Metal Magic

Remember when Pantera was (gasp!) a glam band? The band released Metal Magic in 1983, and even wore spandex and hairspray during shows. Of course, Phil Anselmo didn't sing on this debut disc. That job was reserved for Terry Glaze.You know Terry (or Terrence Lee as some websites indicate) was born in Ohio. He was an official member of the band until 1986. Of course, Pantera didn't get really "famous" until Vulgar Display of Power in 1992. Back to Terry. I'd like to track him down sometime. I think I'll add him to my list of fantasy interviews. I want to know what it was like to perform on the same stage as Dimebag Darrell.

While I was clicking through YouTube last night, I found the coolest clip of early Pantera. Yes, there's spandex. Yes, there's a killer guitar solo. Yes, there's fog.

It's "All Over Tonight" from the band's second album Projects in the Jungle (1984, Metal Magic Records). You'll notice Metal Magic Records has the same name as the band's first disc. Pantera couldn't get a record deal to save their lives!

I wish I owned some of Pantera's glam albums. Actually, I just logged onto eBay and bid on a vinyl copy of Projects in the Jungle. Don't bid against me. You won't win.

I think Pantera was better with Terry Glaze. I know the Metal Gods will now strike me dead, but that's my honest opinion. I wonder what would have happened if Pantera stayed glam instead of going to heavier route?