THE WAR OF ART (EX)

American Head Charge: Martin Cock (vocals, guitar, programming); Chad Hanks (guitar, bass, programming); David Rogers, Wayne Kile (guitar); Aaron Zilch (keyboards, programming, samples); Justin Fowler (keyboards, samples); Christopher Emery (drums, percussion). Producers: Rick Rubin, Chad Hanks, Cameron Heacock. Engineers: Greg Fidelman, Steve Mixdorf. Recorded at The Houdini Mansion, Hollywood, California. Personnel: Martin Cock (vocals); Chad Hanks (guitar, programming); Wayne Kile, David Rogers (guitar); James Fowler (keyboards, sampler); Aaron Zilch (keyboards); Christopher Emery (drums). Audio Mixers: Justin Smith ; Rich Costey. Audio Remixer: Rich Costey. Recording information: Houdini Mansion, Hollywood, CA. Editors: Marc Moreau; Billy Bowers. Photographer: Dean Karr. Unknown Contributor Roles: Gary Richards; Dino Paredes. If the nu metal realm is a battlefield, then American Head Charge are locked and loaded. The Ozzfest tour gave metal enthusiasts a sneak peak at the songs included on THE WAR OF ART, and the exposure clearly left a few scorched holes in the earth, making this release among the most anticipated of 2001. AHC vocalist Martin Cock can swing on a dime from a Max Cavalera-style scream to a clean singing voice that would have Mike Patton wondering if he was genetically cloned at birth. Keyboardist Justin Fowler flavors the six-string brutality with atmospheric textures, arpeggiated techno flavors, and on occasion, gentle piano; clearly a departure from what might be expected at first impression. Production guru Rick Rubin tracked THE WAR OF ART in a mansion rumored to be haunted, and that vibe casts its specter into the mix, especially in the mosh-inspiring mantra that closes "Never Get Caught."

• Genre: Rock
• Format: CD
• Released: 8/28/2001