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"Primitive Origins" is an EP release by US, New York based thrash/groove/crossover metal act Prong. The EP was released on the independent label Mr. Bear in August 1987. Prong grew out of the strong New York hardcore/crossover scene of the early- to mid 80s, but like so many of their contemporaries weren´t satisfied with exclusively staying within hardcore territory and soon started flirting with thrash and groove metal elements.
So stylistically the 8 tracks on the 18:12 minutes long EP are aggressive hardcore/crossover thrash. Lead vocalist/guitarist Tommy Victor has a nice aggressive vocal style and a raw voice, which suits the predominanlty fast-paced and aggressive music perfectly. Prong wouldn´t win an originality contest based on the material on "Primitive Origins", but the music is both well performed and effective.
"Primitive Origins" features a raw, powerful, and stripped sound production, which is perfect for the material. No need for a fancy polished production for music as raw and simple as this. "Primitive Origins" is upon conclusion a decent start to Prong´s recording career, but when compared to similar contemporary releases it is a pretty standard quality hardcore/crossover thrash metal release from the mid- to late 80s. A 2.5 - 3 star (55%) rating is warranted.