Destroy The Runner

These days, there is a formula for most metal bands. Deafeningly heavy, aggressive music that bangs you over the head with its ferocity is backed by lyrics about dark subjects with images of depression, despair and hopelessness. Those are the basics. But San Diego’s Destroy The Runner aren’t basic or formulaic with their approach. Sure, they certainly know how to craft blood-blistering riffs and rattling rhythms, and they aren’t afraid to play with shifting dynamics, dropping clean melodies in the middle of the maelstrom. This is a down-to-earth band that’s got the chops to incorporate memorable melodies and undeniable hooks, all the while maintaining their metal/hardcore roots. Additionally, the band steers clear of the “usual subjects” of anger and rage, instead choosing to lace their music with notes of hope, positivity, and light. Saints, their Solid State Records debut, is thinking man’s metal, and it’s aimed toward the youth of today. “So many metal bands are all about death, destruction and depression, and it might seem like ther...more edit info

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	Album (Click for Review)	Avg Rating	Your Rating
	I, Lucifer    04/15/2008	3.5 35 Votes	Rate It Awful Very Poor Poor Average Good Great Excellent Superb Classic
	Saints    2006	3.1 73 Votes	Rate It Awful Very Poor Poor Average Good Great Excellent Superb Classic

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