Although the name Flotsam And Jetsam may not ring any bells for some of you, for others it might make you think of a name you would find right next to a historical date. In the same way that one might think, 1515 – Marignan, any metaller keen on music history will think 1986 – Flotsam And Jetsam. Why 1986 you ask? Well that’s because it’s the year that their acclaimed first album Doomsday For The Deceiver was released, featuring a certain Jason Newsted before he was sacked by Metallica a few months later. Then there are the others, whose mouths water every time this band is mentioned. These are the people who have gone beyond their historical knowledge and just love to hear unstoppable power-thrash albums like Cuatro and Drift, which truly are timeless forgotten gems.
It is now 2011 and Flotsam And Jetsam are still unfailingly around or just about. This was due to a few periods of doubt, disparity and personal reorganisation. However, the band from Phoenix was able to pull itself together and gather again. Their new album is called The Cold and it’s one hell of an album! Those who may have mentioned its similarities with Queensrÿche’s power-thrash sound through their power and subtlety were right on. Proudly signed to Brian “Head” Welch’s label (ex-Korn) and Nuclear Blast Europe, Flotsam And Jetsam have taken everyone by storm with The Cold and managed to rise up the endless album charts. So don’t be afraid, jump right into this talented band’s discography and why not even start with their latest gem.
In the meantime, here is an informative interview with the friendly Craig Nielsen, drummer in the band since 1997.
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