Ultimatum
Ultimatum formed in 1992 in Albuquerque, New Mexico by musicians Robert Gutierrez, John Carroll, and Greg Dingess. The bands name comes from the ultimatum given in Joshua 24:15 which says, "But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve."
Soon after the start of the band, bassist Steve Trujillo joined and in Jan of 1993, Vocalist Scott Waters joined helping to give the band their signature sound. In 1995 Drummer Sean Griego united with the band and helped take the band from Metal to Thrash. In 2001 bassist Tom Michaels left and was replaced by bassist Rob Whitlock. Then in 2006 Guitarist Steve Trujillo left and was replaced by guitarist Augustine Ortiz. During the recording of "Into The Pit," Drummer Sean Griego left and was replaced by drummer Alan Tuma(Moshketeers). Alan was a great addition to the band because he really helps hammer out the Thrash sound for the band.
Ultimatum has released some very heavy Thrash that is sure to get the mosh pit stirring. Their sound is really unique and fun to listen to that, for me, is a regular in my speakers. One thing that helps set them apart from the rest is the vocal style of Scott Waters. He has a unique Death Metal style delivery that is very cool because you can still understand the words without too much effort. Scott's vocal style changed slightly between the albums "Puppet pf Destruction" and "Into the Pit" so you can decide which you like better or just get them all and mosh on. (for a definition of Death Metal see Site Info)
Robert Gutierrez is an amazing guitar player delivering the Thrash'n riffs to Speed Metal intensity and everything in between. He Really adds a profesional sound to the band by his unique guitar solos and shreds.
Discography:
1993 demo release "Fatal Delay"
1995 demo release "Symphonic Extremities"
1996 demo release "Live Extremities"
1998 album "Puppet of Destruction"
2001 album "Mechanics of Perilous Times"
2006 album "Til the End"
2007 album "Into the Pit"
2009 album "Lex Metalis"
2012 album "Heart of Metal"
Soon after the start of the band, bassist Steve Trujillo joined and in Jan of 1993, Vocalist Scott Waters joined helping to give the band their signature sound. In 1995 Drummer Sean Griego united with the band and helped take the band from Metal to Thrash. In 2001 bassist Tom Michaels left and was replaced by bassist Rob Whitlock. Then in 2006 Guitarist Steve Trujillo left and was replaced by guitarist Augustine Ortiz. During the recording of "Into The Pit," Drummer Sean Griego left and was replaced by drummer Alan Tuma(Moshketeers). Alan was a great addition to the band because he really helps hammer out the Thrash sound for the band.
Ultimatum has released some very heavy Thrash that is sure to get the mosh pit stirring. Their sound is really unique and fun to listen to that, for me, is a regular in my speakers. One thing that helps set them apart from the rest is the vocal style of Scott Waters. He has a unique Death Metal style delivery that is very cool because you can still understand the words without too much effort. Scott's vocal style changed slightly between the albums "Puppet pf Destruction" and "Into the Pit" so you can decide which you like better or just get them all and mosh on. (for a definition of Death Metal see Site Info)
Robert Gutierrez is an amazing guitar player delivering the Thrash'n riffs to Speed Metal intensity and everything in between. He Really adds a profesional sound to the band by his unique guitar solos and shreds.
Discography:
1993 demo release "Fatal Delay"
1995 demo release "Symphonic Extremities"
1996 demo release "Live Extremities"
1998 album "Puppet of Destruction"
2001 album "Mechanics of Perilous Times"
2006 album "Til the End"
2007 album "Into the Pit"
2009 album "Lex Metalis"
2012 album "Heart of Metal"
Ultimatum might sound strong musically but you might ask, " how solid can the lyrics be for a band of this genre?" Well lets look at a few of their songs:
"Blink"
Gone in a second, vanished in thin air.
The Lord at His appearing, His people disappear.
We are sons of God, we'll meet Him in the air.
Those without Him will live in despair.
Chorus:
BLINK (x4)
Coming in the clouds, like a thief in the night,
to take us away in the blink of an eye.
Without Him you will see the horror of His wrath.
Bow before Him, this chance could be your last.
Chorus:
BLINK (x4)
Here He comes!
Gone in a second, vanished in thin air.
The Lord at His appearing, his people disappear.
Without Him you will see the horror of His wrath.
Bow before Him, this chance could be your last.
Chorus:
BLINK (x4) BLINK!
(Matthew 25:1-13, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 1:7, 3:3)
Gone in a second, vanished in thin air.
The Lord at His appearing, His people disappear.
We are sons of God, we'll meet Him in the air.
Those without Him will live in despair.
Chorus:
BLINK (x4)
Coming in the clouds, like a thief in the night,
to take us away in the blink of an eye.
Without Him you will see the horror of His wrath.
Bow before Him, this chance could be your last.
Chorus:
BLINK (x4)
Here He comes!
Gone in a second, vanished in thin air.
The Lord at His appearing, his people disappear.
Without Him you will see the horror of His wrath.
Bow before Him, this chance could be your last.
Chorus:
BLINK (x4) BLINK!
(Matthew 25:1-13, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 1:7, 3:3)
"Blood Covenant"
Laid on the the alter, a living
sacrifice atonement for sin through
innocent life. without the shedding of blood
no remission for sin, lamb to the slaughter, new covenant for sin
Jesus Christ the author, perfector of our faith, Who for the joy before him
bore the cross' shame. Pardon our iniquity, removed the crimson stain
Through sacrifice, redeem the human race
Blood Covenant for sin, Now Christ within
Blood Covenant for sin, The Spirit within
Promise is unbroken, the covenant is sealed, Spirit as the earnest
Eternity revealed, Whatever was my profit, I now consider loss
For the sake of Christ, who endured the cross
Laid on the the alter, a living
sacrifice atonement for sin through
innocent life. without the shedding of blood
no remission for sin, lamb to the slaughter, new covenant for sin
Jesus Christ the author, perfector of our faith, Who for the joy before him
bore the cross' shame. Pardon our iniquity, removed the crimson stain
Through sacrifice, redeem the human race
Blood Covenant for sin, Now Christ within
Blood Covenant for sin, The Spirit within
Promise is unbroken, the covenant is sealed, Spirit as the earnest
Eternity revealed, Whatever was my profit, I now consider loss
For the sake of Christ, who endured the cross
On the album "Into the Pit," there is a song called "Heart of Metal" that has become a Metal theme song for all Christian Metal heads:
"Heart of Metal"
Neck snappin' ,fist pumpin' , head bangin' ,
Heart of Metal
Bang your head, yer fist in the air
Studs and leather & head banging fun
In the Metal scene, this is how it's done
Neck snappin' ,fist pumpin' , head bangin' ,
Heart of Metal
Bang your head, yer fist in the air
Studs and leather & head banging fun
In the Metal scene, this is how it's done
Ultimatum is a must have for the Thrash fan and they don't disappoint, so if your heart still beats in Metal form then you should do yourself a favor and give them a listen.
Musicians:
Robert Gutierrez: Guitar
Scott Waters: Lead Vocals
Rob Whitlock: Bass Guitar
Alan Tuma: Percussion/Drums
Musicians:
Robert Gutierrez: Guitar
Scott Waters: Lead Vocals
Rob Whitlock: Bass Guitar
Alan Tuma: Percussion/Drums
