XL and DBD new album - Offensive Truth

I haven't seen a topic about this yet so I don't know if anyone knows...

XL and DBD have just released a new album - a double album at that called Offensive Truth.

I don't have it yet, but the samples I've heard are pretty good. I plan on picking up the album as soon as physical CDs are available. 

I always though XL and DBD were ahead of their time and always liked Sodom and America. I still spin it with fairly regularly. The new stuff sounds like it picks up where the older stuff left off. 

Here's a link to the Amazon page - [url=https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AZKRGGU?ie=UTF8&keywords=xl and dvd offensive truth&qid=1455025342&ref_=sr_1_fkmr0_2&sr=8-2-fkmr0]https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AZKRGGU?ie=UTF8&keywords=xl%20and%20dvd%20offensive%20truth&qid=1455025342&ref_=sr_1_fkmr0_2&sr=8-2-fkmr0[/url]

I loved Sodom and America will definitely have to scope this one out

I need to get a copy of "Sodom & America" again.  I haven't thought about that album in years.

I was able to find these newer albums plus "Sodom & America" on eMusic for around $5 each.  Awesome!

alldatndensum wrote:I was able to find these newer albums plus "Sodom & America" on eMusic for around $5 each.  Awesome!

No hard copies available? I like to actually 'own' the album when I buy it.

Amazon has Sodom and America is expensive some sellers had it at 25 - 40 bucks from what i saw.

The new albums (vol 1 and 2) were 8.99 each on Amazon and i believe they were CDs but dont quote me on that

Aaron C wrote:Amazon has Sodom and America is expensive some sellers had it at 25 - 40 bucks from what i saw.

The new albums (vol 1 and 2) were 8.99 each on Amazon and i believe they were CDs but dont quote me on that

Oh ok cool! Thanks!

No Problem

I still got my copy of Sodom and America glad i held on to that.  Hehe

Who plays on this new material ? Any metal guys such as Jimmy Brown,Greg Minier from the old days?
Want to hear samples first...

Samples are available if you follow the link to Amazon.

The releases at Amazon, however, are download only.  There is no option listen for CD as of yet.

RavenWolf wrote:

alldatndensum wrote:I was able to find these newer albums plus "Sodom & America" on eMusic for around $5 each.  Awesome!

No hard copies available? I like to actually 'own' the album when I buy it.

If you're not picky about it being on cassette, Brent Miller has a copy for 2 bucks.

http://brentschristianrockmetal.com/

Thanks H.M.!

Samples don't sound quite as interesting as Sodom & America (loved it!), but I downloaded from emusic just the same!  I want to support all these classic dudes still making music.

Have never heard of them. Who are they and how long have the been around? Not really my thing but it isn't bad either. I am interested in learning more about them.

Their first album came out in 1993, Mike.  Then, it was a LONG time before they came out with a follow up.  The original album had Jimmy P. Brown playing guitar and singing backup.  They were doing this long before the term nu-metal, which is somewhat where this would be thrown in with labeling, ever came to be.  I wouldn't call it nu-metal as it truly is metal.

alldatndensum wrote:Their first album came out in 1993, Mike.  Then, it was a LONG time before they came out with a follow up.  The original album had Jimmy P. Brown playing guitar and singing backup.  They were doing this long before the term nu-metal, which is somewhat where this would be thrown in with labeling, ever came to be.  I wouldn't call it nu-metal as it truly is metal.

It kind of reminds me of Body County. Not really Nu-Metal but some rappers putting out a hard rock album. Again, I find it interesting even tho it really isn't my thing. Even for 5 bucks on Emusic I can see myself buying it, even if I only listened to it one time.

FreeRangeBeliever wrote:Who plays on this new material ? Any metal guys such as Jimmy Brown,Greg Minier from the old days?
Want to hear samples first...

I doubt Jimmy is on but not sure, but I asked him

Sodom & America had Mark Salomon doing vocals on a track or two also, which were awesome.  I haven't listened to the album in awhile but I remember really digging the production and the guitar tones.  It had a very unique style and some great riffs.

Looking forward to listening to the new one, with low expectations (the key to happiness!).

If I remember right Jimmy produced Sodom and America? or maybe jsut the track he was in I dont remember its been so long.

I always wanted to buy this album back in the day, but never did. I like what I've heard - I'd like to get a copy. Is their new stuff as good as their early stuff?

I like Rap Metal stuff sometimes. But it has to be good.

Musically, I think it is just as good.  The album mostly is a hard rock/metal project with just a hint of funk thrown in for fun.  There are no speed metal.thrash elements this time with the two new albums.  Lyrically, there are a lot less JPMs, but XL still comes off very heavy handed with the messages he is bringing. 

Overall, I like it!  Thanks for letting me know about these new releases!

Offensive Truth Volume 1:
In need of therapy- All XL
Devastated- Jimmy Brown on guitar solo, Doug Shumway on bass, XL played all other instruments.
Best Friend, Worst Enemy- Oz Fox on guitar solos, XL played all other instruments.
Because of this- Jesse Sprinkle on drums, XL played all other instruments
Rapist- Greg Minier on solos, XL played all other instruments
The Stereo- All XL
Be a real man- Anthony Stevens on drums, XL played all other instruments
The Wilderness- Jimmy Brown on guitar solo, XL played all other instruments.
The wrath to come- Joel Goodwin on drums, Doug Shumway on bass, XL played all other instruments
Yeah I know right- All XL

Offensive Truth Vol 2
Going after Money- All XL    
Failure- All XL
Methamphetamine- Rex Carroll on guitar solos, XL played all other instruments
Daddy's too friendly- Jimmy Brown on guitar solo, XL played all other instruments
Corporate Elite- Jimmy Brown on guitar solo, XL played all other instruments
Dead By 45- All XL
My Hour of Desperation- Jim Chaffin on drums, XL played all other instruments
Armed for Battle- Anthony Stevens played drums, XL played all other instruments
The Wretched- All XL
Quit Drinking- All XL

With that line up I wonder how this flew under the radar until now. Both eMusic and Amazon list a 2016 release date though.

For some classic goodness here's a clip from the Cornerstone 93 show.

Looks like there is a Facebook page too.

https://www.facebook.com/XLDBD-195803943788241

There is a post there directed towards donors

XL and DBD DONORS
This list of Awesome individuals made the release of Offensive Truth Volumes 1& 2 possible today!!! I can't thank you enough!!!
You will receive either a set of Download cards, or Cd's (whatever is your preference). CD's will be a bit longer of a wait than download cards. I should receive the cards in just a few days and will begin to mail them or send the code #'s to you (whatever is your preference). You will be mentioned in my CD credits and my website, which is under construction for a few more days. In my future itinerary, which will be on our website. If you see that I am gigging by you, You get in free!! If you donated and your name is not here please inbox me and tell me!! I tried to keep accurate documentation of that, but I could have missed somebody. Godspeed to you all!!

Sooo... CD's are coming soon (?)

According to XL himself, if all goes well, CDs should be available by the end of this week. I'm holding out for CDs.