Papy Jeff Metal's Favorite of the Day: Hazzerd
Hazzerd’s "The 3rd Dimension": Canada’s Thrash Titans Drop a Face-Melting Masterpiece
Alright, metal maniacs, grab your air guitars and brace yourselves. Hazzerd’s The 3rd Dimension isn’t just an album—it’s a goddamn event. Released January 17th, 2025, this beast has been tearing up playlists for three weeks straight, and let’s just say: if thrash metal had a lovechild with a chainsaw, this would be it.
Remember Delirium? That 2020 banger that even Dave Mustaine of Megadeth tipped his cowboy hat to? Yeah, that one. Well, The 3rd Dimension cranks the chaos up to 12. Mastered by Johnny Gasparic (Into Eternity’s wizard) and wrapped in Andrei Bouzikov’s signature apocalyptic art (the dude behind Municipal Waste’s madness), this album is a full-sensory assault. Dylan Westendorp, the band’s drumming dynamo and vocalist, put it bluntly: “This is for you—the fans, the underground.” And hell, you can feel the sweat, blood, and Monster Energy drinks they poured into every track.
Let’s rewind. Picture two Calgary teens, Dylan and guitarist Brendan Malycky, jamming in a garage, fueled by Overkill riffs and Metallica’s Kill ‘Em All. Fast-forward to 2024, and Hazzerd’s lineup is tighter than a stage diver’s jeans—lead guitarist Toryin Schadlich (also shredding for Traveler) and bassist David Sprague round out this thrash juggernaut. Their debut, Misleading Evil (2017), wasn’t just “one of the strongest thrash releases” of its year, it was a declaration of war. Dead Rhetoric nailed it: “Maiden/Priest-meets-early Metallica vibe.” Nuff said.
But Delirium in 2020? That’s when Hazzerd went nuclear. Critics lost their minds. Sonic Perspectives called it “the best of thrash and heavy metal,” while Metal Injection warned it “leaves no survivors.” Now, The 3rd Dimension? It’s like they’ve strapped rockets to their riffs.
Earlier this year, Hazzerd teamed up with horror author Julie Hiner (Killers & Demons) for Thrash Track, a blood-soaked book project. They dropped two exclusive tracks, “Skin Peeler” and “Stella Screams,” turning Julie’s nightmare-fueled lyrics into a mosh pit anthem. Talk about a collab made in hell.
Live? These guys don’t just perform—they detonate. Sharing stages with Hatchet, Grim Reaper, and Archspire, plus slaying festivals like Loud As Hell (yes, that’s a real thing), Hazzerd’s shows are less “concerts” and more “controlled explosions.” And trust me, you’ll wanna be front-row when they announce new dates.
Look, The 3rd Dimension isn’t just an album—it’s a middle finger to mediocrity. Hazzerd’s blend of old-school thrash and modern ferocity is like a shot of adrenaline straight to the heart. Whether you’re a battle-jacketed vet or a newbie with a Spotify trial, this record demands your attention. Crank it loud, piss off the neighbors, and thank me later.
“We really can’t wait for you to hear it.” – Dylan wasn’t kidding.
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