Fasedown continues down similar paths of ultra-heavy, chaotic metal as their debute . Despite the "nu-metal" label tagged onto this band, the music has much more going for it that they typical "nu" band. I actually think that Fasedown have more in common with bands like Pantera or maybe even Unearthed than to bands like Slipknot or Korn. The songs have dynamics, hooks, variety and some outstanding guitar riffs. Songs like the opening track and "Unto Dust" are fast, full throttle assaults on the ears. Other songs, like "Forward", are mid-paced, have a groove and a memorable chorus. "Ruin" even offers a more melancholy side to the band, albeit a very short interlude. Ex-Crucified drummer Jim Chaffin brings some riveting drum work to this platter that should leave fans of anything brutal and heavy wanting more. For the most part the vocals are the typical scream-in-your-face hardcore yell that you might expect from a metalcore band. One small, very welcome surprise was that Mike Phillips was let loose to throw out some guitar leads this time around. Mike is a great guitarist and unfortunately on the band's debut was trapped in a modern band whose style didn't really allow for much guitar shred. However, with a talent like Mike Phillips, I guess the band decided they needed to let him loose on a song or two. The outstanding guitar solo in "Unto Dust" left my jaw on the floor as did the superb solo section in the middle of "Chaos". Unlike the band's debute, "Blitz of Anguish" pushes beyond labels and blew beyond my expectations. If this is nu-metal, then this is how nu-metal is suppose to be played.