Year : 2025 (Heaven And Hell Records Edition)
Style : Heavy Metal , Female vocals
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + all scans
Size : 67 mb
Bio:
A fresh yet formidable presence in the modern metal scene, BREAKKER has quickly carved out a name for themselves with a sound rooted in the raw intensity of 80s British heavy metal, fused seamlessly with the melodic swagger of American glam. Their music offers a throwback spirit with a sharp edge, echoing the thunder of genre legends while forging a path entirely their own. Formed in 2023, BREAKKER is fronted by the commanding Clare Mairéad, whose powerful vocal delivery and razor-sharp lyrics bring both grit and gravitas to the band’s identity. Guitarist Teagan Edsell fuels the fire with blazing riffs and solos, while the unrelenting rhythm section—bassist Steve Lang and drummer Ben Brower—grounds the band with a driving pulse that demands attention. In their short time on the scene, BREAKKER has built a loyal following through their explosive live performances and a self-released demo EP that made waves both in the U.S. and overseas.Clare Mairéad on Vocals Ben Brower on Drums Stevie Lang on Bass Teagan Edsell on Guitar.
Album:
BREAKKER, a traditional melodic heavy metal band from Philadelphia, PA, brings the power and grit of 80s British-style metal with a touch of radio-friendly U.S. glam. The band’s music, a testament to their self-determination, blends the shredding guitar work of Teagan Edsell with high-octane energy, backed by the thunderous rhythm section of bassist Steve Lang and drummer Ben Brower, all fueled by the commanding vocal presence of Clare Mairéad delivering fierce lyrical themes.In their short time on the scene, BREAKKER has built a loyal following through their explosive live performances and a self-released EP that made waves both in the U.S. and overseas.In the summer of 2025, Heaven and Hell Records signed the band for the release of BREAKKER’s official self-titled debut EP. Newly mastered by renowned producer Jamie King, the album showcases the band’s signature sound—fiery, anthemic, and unapologetically heavy.The band did a great job with the production & mix. Everything is well-defined, warm, and organic. The record is sprinkled with some synths that add a nice ’80s feel to the songs. I love the drum sound and the bass runs. There’s no big wall of sound with eight guitars tracked on each side, yet the chords sound full and precise—I hope Teagan takes this as a compliment, as I’m not diminishing his lead skills at all, but the rhythm guitars here are gold!You can tell a guitar player is good when their rhythm playing is solid, and this guy’s is rock solid. Great tone and playing! On top of all that, Clare is a natural star. She never overdoes anything. Her voice has character, attitude, and feeling, and I particularly adore her delivery.‘Time’s Not Gonna Wait’ kicks the door open, and I’ll spoil things right away: this one is my favorite! It’s perfect driving music. I’m obsessed with the guitar riff that opens the verses—it reminds me of ‘Walk Like an Egyptian’—don’t get mad, guys; I mean it as a compliment. I think it’s genius and a fantastic build-up for the vocals. The vibe it gives off is like those chase montages from classics like The Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, or Risky Business. But for me, the real highlight is the chorus. One of my favorites this year. Interestingly, it comes a bit late in the song and doesn’t repeat that often, but each time it does, it hits right when you’re craving that reward, and it doesn’t disappoint.‘Tight Leash’ is a Hard Rock powerhouse driven by Clare‘s commanding presence, featuring irresistibly tasty guitars and powerful gang vocals. I love the verses, particularly when Clare belts out ‘Sacrifice to the enemy!’ Extra kudos to Ben for the entire section before the solo—it’s ‘Wild Child’ on steroids. Speaking of guitar solos, this one might be my favourite, with its Frehley-esque licks at the end. And tell me, don’t these synths make all the difference?Another favourite of mine is the epic ‘Under the Overlords’. This track is where everyone truly shines and where the band gets the closest to their NWOBHM roots. In my opinion, that’s also Clare at her best. The drums are on point, and Stevie delivers his best bass lines so far.‘FEVER’ is an anthem. I wonder if these guys got pictures of naked ladies lyin’ on their beds, because it gives me an extremely W.A.S.P. vibe! At the same time, it’s definitely its own thing, and by now, you should be able to tell that this is pure BREAKKER. I have a feeling this is their definitive song—the one they’ll have to play at every single encore until they’re replaced by avatars in 2084. It has everything: sleaziness, energy, a catchy call-and-response chorus, a guitar theme that’s perfect for singing along, and an irresistible “oh, oh, oh” section. It’s short, direct, and radiophonic… a masterclass of a rock song! Great job, guys.With an intro that reminds me a bit of Dokken, ‘Lipstick Trace’ wraps it up in chains and pins! Full disclosure, every time I listen to this EP, I feel this song isn’t as strong as the others. But the BREAKKERS quickly prove they know what they’re doing and that I have no idea what I’m talking about: from the 3:25 mark on, the build-up to the end is top-notch! That’s good songwriting folks. The acoustic guitar is awesome, Clare sounds like a pro, the backing vocals are a fine touch—and I love that it’s the band, not just Clare overdubbing. And I also need to say that even though these maybe the simplest bass lines on the record, this is probably the song where the bass sits the best in the mix, with Stevie grounding everything perfectly. He is the unsung hero on this one.This is a very strong debut record, coherent, fun, and dangerous. Everyone knows their place and plays their role well. The record doesn’t overstay its welcome, and all the songs are solid. It starts strong and ends strong.They have the name, the logo, the looks, the skills, and the drive. If these guys are serious about playing the game, I can’t see why they wouldn’t go far. I’ll be keeping an eye on them, and you should too because BREAKKER is the talk of the town!“Breakker” captures the band in their purest form, channeling their influences into a propper expression of traditional metal. A bonus track, a cover of WILD DOGS’ “Stick to Your Guns,” serves as a nod to the genre’s roots while cementing BREAKKER’s place in its future.For fans of Dokken, WASP, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Warlock, Bitch, Dio, UFO and the like will enjoy this young and promising band.“Breakker” captures the band in their purest form, channeling their influences into a cohesive and modern expression of traditional metal. A bonus track, a cover of WILD DOGS’ “Stick to Your Guns,” serves as a nod to the genre’s roots while cementing BREAKKER’s place in its future.For fans of Dokken, WASP, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Warlock, Bitch, Dio, UFO and the like will enjoy this young and promising band.
Line-Up:
Clare Mairéad - Vocals - See also: ex-Midnite Hellion
Ben Brower - Drums (?-2025), Guitars (2025-present) - See also: Wastoid, ex-Adam West, ex-Creem Circus, ex-Stuntmen, ex-The 440's
Stevie Lang - Bass
Lar TK - Drums (2025-present) - See also: ex-Deadspot, ex-Scott Sorry
Tracklist:
01. Time's Not Gonna Wait 04:53
02. Tight Leash 04:31
03. Under the Overlords 05:09
04. Fever 03:57
05. Lipstick Trace 04:57
06. Stick to Your Guns (Wild Dogs cover) 04:00 (Bonus Track)
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