The Bottom Line
- Star studded compilation.
- Bonus DVD with session footage.
- Many different styles of metal included.
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Description
- Compilation to honor the 25th anniversary of Roadrunner Records.
- Over 50 different musicians participated in the project.
- Four "team captains" were in charge of assembling the musicians and putting together the songs.
Guide Review - Various Artists - Roadrunner United CD/DVD
The resulting 18 songs are a collection of some of the best metal musicians on the planet. Of course not all the songs are gems, but the majority are very good. Here's a sampling of some of the artists that participated on the album: Mikael Akerfeldt (Opeth), Glen Benton (Deicide), Max Cavalera (Soulfly), Dez Fafara (DevilDriver), Dani Filth (Cradle Of Filth), Howard Jones (Killswitch Engage), King Diamond, Daryl Palumbo (Glassjaw), Acey Slade (Murderdolls), Corey Taylor (Slipknot) and Jeff Waters (Annihilator).
Included in the package is a DVD containing footage from all four sessions and some other goodies. This has definitely been a worthwhile project for the label and the musicians involved. Instead of repackaging old hits, they came up with the unique idea of an album of all-star collaborations.
