Thrash metal band Alpha Warhead hailing from Portugal, released their debut album on March 11th, via Firecum Records. Titled Code Red, the eight song material is set to come out in multiple physical formats. Pedro Silva produced, mixed and mastered the album, which was revealed on YouTube in December, last year.
Emerging from Margem Sul, Portugal, Alpha Warhead burst onto the thrash metal scene with their debut album Code Red. Formed in early 2019, the band quickly made a name for themselves, drawing inspiration from iconic bands like Megadeth, Slayer, and Metallica. Their music, a nod to ’80s metal, is laced with themes ranging from the military-industrial complex to Lovecraftian horror, insanity, and corruption.
Indeed, Code Red embodies Alpha Warhead‘s dedication to musicianship and their fearless approach to blending traditional thrash metal with innovative elements. After honing their sound and gaining momentum through live performances, the band, including the recent addition of lead guitarist Rick Serrano, has just delivered an amazing album. Undoubtedly, one which comes with a promise! To ignite the thrash metal scene with its raw energy and intricate compositions.
Line-up:
Diogo Pereira: Guitar and Vocals
Pedro Silva: Bass and Backup Vocals
Pedro Peralta: Drums
Rick Serrano: Lead Guitar
Tracklist:
1. Detonation Sequence
2. Code Red
3. Fuel to the Fire
4. Thunder Rain and Lightning
4. Apollyon
5. Paranoia
6. Backfire
7. Bullets of Hate
