ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters release AMERIKAN KAOS "Armageddon Boogie" - Pt. 1 in a Trilogy

Published April 26 2024 at 18:58

Step into the electrifying realm of AMERIKAN KAOS where the spirit of rock and the thrill of rebellion collide. "Armageddon Boogie", the inaugural anthem of this audacious musical journey, beckons you to a world where the beats are fearless and every note echoes the call for a sonic revolution. Embrace the chaos, ride the riffs, and let the uprising begin!

On April 26th, 2024 Metal Department is releasing the debut album from AMERIKAN KAOS, "Armageddon Boogie".

AMERIKAN KAOS is the secret love child of guitar virtuoso JEFF WATERS (best known from Annihilator), which he has been working on since 2019.

Amerikan Kaos marks a significant shift in the musical journey of Jeff, the mastermind behind the renowned metal band Annihilator. With a career spanning decades and numerous albums, Jeff embarks on a new project that promises to blend a variety of musical influences, transcending the boundaries he experienced with Annihilator.

Amerikan Kaos was born from Jeff's lifelong passion for diverse music genres, ranging from blues, punk, thrash, and heavy metal to pop, classical, and jazz. The global shutdown provided the perfect opportunity for Jeff to delve into this creative endeavor, aiming to explore beyond the familiar territories of Annihilator.

The main challenge for Jeff was to create a unique sound, distinct from his influences and past works. The idea of writing music outside the thrash and heavy metal domain was daunting yet exciting. The project began to take shape with an eclectic mix of songs, each reflecting different musical styles, from pop to heavy metal, and everything in between.

Jeff's vision for Amerikan Kaos expanded into a trilogy, each album showcasing different styles and featuring diverse line-ups and vocalists. This ambitious plan stemmed from his desire to write across multiple genres without being confined to a single style.

Album 2 will be released in 2025, and album 3 in 2026.

The first album in the trilogy, "Armageddon Boogie," channels a Van Halen and Rolling Stones vibe, blending heavy metal with hard rock. Key collaborators include drummer Brian Tichy, known for his affinity with Van Halen, and vocalist Chandler Mogel, who brings a unique bluesy tone to the album. The album aims to capture the essence of music from the mid-70s to 1985, with a focus on heavy metal and hard rock.

Conclusion: Amerikan Kaos is not just a musical project; it's a journey through various eras and styles, a testament to Jeff's versatility as a musician. With 'Armageddon Boogie' setting the stage, fans can anticipate a diverse and exhilarating musical experience from the upcoming albums in the trilogy.