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SHIPPING DOMESTIC $ 6 PLUS $ 3 EACH ADDITIONAL    FIRST   OVERSEAS $ 16  In the case of obscure NWOBHM bands, these are often necessary for most fans of NWOBHM. I was recommended this band when asking about ‘more obscure’ NWOBHM recommendations, and I’m certain it fits well into that little category. Goldsmith is an interesting NWOBHM act with a sound very much still influenced by the 70’s British hard rock school, with songs rooted in softer vocals, ‘nicer’ melodies and catchy choruses catchy, with little ‘metal’ in the mix, but nonetheless some well executed guitar work, and some vocals almost, just almost reminiscent of late 70’s ‘Priest. 
The band’s claim to fame and title track ‘Life is Killing Me’ are harder hitting numbers, with crunchier guitars and faster pace on offer. However the 70’s influenced rock sound is still detectable. The former is still heavily reliant on its catchy, and frequently repeated harmonised chorus “You won’t catch me baby (repeat)”. It mates this with a strong guitar lead, and riffs with a certain distinct pace. ‘Life is Killing Me’ is an excellent classic NWOBHM number deserving to be on any ‘Great Hits of NWOBHM’ type compilation (and probably is). Again, a mixture of melodic vocal harmonies in the 70’s tradition, with punchy NWOBHM guitars and thunderous pace make for an excellent number, and very much define the Goldsmith approach to music. I really enjoy the lyrics in this one, and certainly give a ‘hats off’ to vocalist Pez Hodder. It deals with being run-down due to a life (presumably of hard rock, hard liquor and fast women – one would assume). The band has a talent for writing songs in this vein though, and it is certainly an art form in itself. Collectors of NWOBHM should probably consider giving this one a listen, that is, if you can find it.