ANIMALIZE meat we're made of DVP218

French Speed Metal Attack: Animalize’s ‘Meat We’re Made Of’ (DVP 218)

Today’s entry highlights a high-octane debut from the modern traditional heavy metal scene. We are looking at the 2022 album Meat We’re Made Of by the French band Animalize, released on Dying Victims Productions with the catalog number DVP 218.

Fresh Blood from France

Formed in 2018, Animalize quickly established themselves with a strong debut EP, but this first full-length album takes their sound to the next level. Delivering a relentless mix of heavy metal, hard rock, and speed metal, the band captures the spirit of the 80s with manic energy.

The Music

The album kicks off with the samurai-themed anthem Samouraï De L’Univers, setting the tone with fast riffs and catchy hooks that hit the sweet spot for traditional metal maniacs. A unique characteristic of this release is the linguistic blend; while primarily in English, three of the nine tracks are sung in their native French, adding a distinct flair to their sound. From the opening track to the closing notes, it is a “killer” record recommended for anyone who loves their metal loud and fast.

Format and Packaging

This German pressing is the regular edition on Black Vinyl, but it is anything but bare-bones. Dying Victims Productions is known for generous packaging, and this release includes a poster, an insert, a postcard, a sticker, and a download code. It comes housed in a protective PVC sleeve featuring a hype sticker, making it a complete package for collectors.