Superstar Joey Severance, frontman for Finland-based sleaze thrashers Tornado, posted the following message when the band recently posted a new track-by-track clip for their latest album, Black President:

"I want to make it clear that the statements regarding 'Stop the Madness (Part I)' are directed at (old) thrash bands only and their 'Reunion Madness'...

As you know, there is a wave of said bands from days long gone who 'reunite and only show up once a year at festival season all the while not doing the right thing and making NEW music to go along with their 'comeback.' IMHO this is bullshit and it needs to stop!

I loved your band then, I want a reason to love you in the right now, because you see, while you are out there getting all these undeserving festival slots, there are young up and coming bands that are struggling to get their shot and when we/they have to not only compete with each other, but also with you and your past glories, we/they don't stand a chance. If you don't have it in you to write new songs, hit me up and I will write them for you! 

On the flip side, I get it. Most new thrash bands are hardly worth a shit either with their played out 'party thrash' attitudes and bad songs/albums, but that is not the point. They are also busting their asses in the right now trying to make something happen for themselves. I would much rather go to a festival and see them at least being recognized for the work and effort they are putting in over seeing you being rewarded for shit you did 10/20/30 years ago!"

Tornado signed a worldwide deal with Wormholedeath earlier this year for the release of their sophomore album, Black President. To celebrate, the band released their official video for the track "David And Goliath”. The album has had limited release thus far and is due to hit the shelves worldwide on July 28th.

Says Severance: “We are extremely grateful and excited to be a part of the Wormholedeath family and look forward our future cooperation with the label. Lock up your girlfriends, wives and daughters. Sleazy thrash is coming your way!”

Worm stated: "When I got to know Joey I understood that I was in front of someone with a unique attitude and loyalty. Tornado have been pushing so hard during these years ... So hard that they have been able to work with Peter Tagtgren and get a deal with Listenable Records for their debut album Amsterdam. This is just to underline that I was more than honoured when I got their email. Their new album is like a blast and it has this unique sound since they have been able to create a very strong drive with both Scandinavian and bay area thrash elements. By the way, not many words are needed here...This is a real band with a real attitude and everyone should check them out. A fucking Tornado is coming our way, this is what I wanted to say.”

Tracklisting:

“Black President”
“I, Individual”
“911 First Responder (FDNY)”
“Flesh Crawling Nightmare”
“T – Minus 10”
“David And Goliath”
“World Pieces”
“Under The Crimson Moon”
“Stop The Madness (Part I And II)”
“Ghetto Wasteland”

“David And Goliath” video:

Line-up:
Superstar Joey Severance – Vocals
Tommy Shred – Lead Guitar
Tim Damion – Lead Guitar
Henry Steel – Bass
Niko McNasty - Drums