Escuela/Disparo – Split
The feral riffs, abrasive rhythms, and punishing vocals will rend a hole in your personal atmosphere.
Tiny Tim – The Boxlers: A family history written as it occurred
I find myself enthralled in the story of a family I’ve never heard of, a family who never leaves the house, but instead spends their days watching an Egyptian TV show that they can’t understand.
Ayyur – Balkarnin
Dagon and Angra Mainyu combine on the desolate and atmospheric guitar riffs, weaving moments of dissonance in with moments of heavy pathos.
Myrkgand – Old Mystical Tales
Dynamic pacing, well thought out composition, a strong vocal performance, and earworm riffing all contribute to making this an album well worth hearing.
Sparrows – Mark of the Beast: Extinction
It’s as if you had an M4 Sherman tank that could convert into an ‘82 Firebird with the push of a button.
Kaliya – Born to See, Bred to Hate, Led to Destroy
On this release, Kaliya can run you down with speed, rumble over you with power, and often does both simultaneously. Behold the brutal velocity!
Wyrm Chasm/Psychiatric Regurgitation – The Purge of Shrouded Martyrdom
Honestly, I’m glad I don’t have to choose. I can sit back and listen to both.
Cognizant/Bad Rites Split
Regardless of which side sounds more your style, I recommend brewing a pot of chamomile tea prior to listening. You may need it to calm your nerves.
Violent Opposition – Utopia/Dystopia
Utopia/Dystopia makes me feel out of control, off balance, angry, lost, belligerent, and more, all at once.