LET'S face it, we're getting a glut of thrash from bands new and old at the minute, with many pretenders throwing their hats into the ring. But some bands manage to keep that enthusiasm alive and kicking without compromising quality.

There may be nothing really new in using the thrash template, but Exumer have taken that tried and tested formula and re-ignited and resurrected enthusiasm in this old jaded hack with their latest album, 'The Raging Tides'. <br

EVIL Scarecrow played a stunner in Belfast in November (read Mel's review here) and are now gearing up for a short tour before, no doubt they sign up for the summer festivals.

To celebrate something or another to do with all things weird they have released a lyric video for the track 'End Level Boss', and for those gamers of a 'certain age' it