K.L.L.K.-Le Brasier Des Mondes (2017)

I can’t recommend any black metal bands in particular to illustrate the point, because black metal doesn’t appeal to me. I can definitely recommend a doom metal band, however: this one, the  band K.L.L.K. is like being crushed by a glacier at top speed. In other words, it’s very heavy, it’s very cold, and it’s very, very slow – songs to watch the earth freeze to the core by.  You shouldn’t listen to this cassette in summer or by day or with the heating on and you probably won’t be able to listen to it repeatedly, but if you like, or want to hear doom metal you should definitely listen to it. Very interesting !!
www.caligarirecords.com
K.L.L.K.bandcamp.com
Review by Paul Caravasi

Taphos Nomos/Urdun "RIP" (Split Cassette)

Taphos Nomos: It is always interesting to review bands that play this. I am only able to comment on the music itself and how it affects me. Once I could HEAR THE DAMN THING, I found Taphos Nomos to be a truly unique and highly enjoyable Death metal band. So, I believe there is not much more to be said about this unstoppable death metal beast. If you like extreme metal and you don't like this, you just probably don't really like extreme metal at all.  If you are into early Morbid Angel, Asphyx, Incantation, Immolation, this is simply essential. GET IT!
Urdun: Sharp and savage, tearing away at your face like a rabid pitbull. The guitars are sludgy as hell, shredding, harmonized, and purely fucking metal. Make no mistake here - Every riff and lead break on this thing is an expertly crafted sledgehammer to face. Basically, if you like death metal, you need this band. If you don't like it, you're a dick and would be better off listening to metalcore.
www.caligarirecords.com
facebook.com/taphosnomos
facebook.com/urdun
Review by Paul Caravasi

Unspekeable-Expulsion of the triumphant Beast ( Demo 2017)

Brutal and blasting death metal with their own identity. Sure their music is as wicked and gruff as death metal has any right to be, but it’s also unblessed with eerie structures, memorable anti-melodies, and an ever present, nearly tangible sense of Black metal and desperation. Everything that gives off an image of death metal is present in this demo. Heavy guitars, lyrics about occultism, demonic vocals. Now, I consider this demo to be flawless - that's right, there is nothing wrong with this demo at all. Why, though? Well, this demo is crushing. The heaviness of this demo is like being trapped in a swamp full of mush and below that swamp lies an evil that just sucks your soul in to never return. That's the best way I could describe how oppressive and dark a demo like this is. Monstrous vocals, somehow manages to sound like Cthulhu combined with Satan himself to give off one of the most devastating vocal performance. Overall, this is a kick ass demo. There are no flaws and everything about it is perfect from the guitar tone, to the fitting solos, to the drumming, and the bass playing. It all fits together perfectly like an elaborate puzzle. It is really that good.
unspekeablerites.bandcamp.com
Review by Paul Caravasi

Morbid Cross-Ep 2015

This debut Ep features insane riffs and some truly awesome soloing. Holy freaking fudge this is a crazy band. There is a very fine line between what is actually metal and what is noise, and this band pushes that line to it's absolute limit without being just noise. This Ep will destroy you listen after listen. Morbid Cross from New jersey fuses absolutely wicked raw power with insane riffing and ferocious vocals in a very surprisingly fashion. Sure, there are bands who play way faster than this, and other bands who played as heavy as this, but usually not both of these aspects combined in such a way. It's rare that you hear a band with this much aggression and energy. I cannot get enough of this Ep, it is insanely good. The music on here is play by a bunch of pissed off kids who armed themselves with the ability to thrash, and they do a wicked job. Overall, this debut Ep is an absolute beast. It is not at all polished or clean. It is a monster that will assault you. I love it and I listen to it regularly, it never ceases to put a smile on my face with its raw energy and power. Also features a cover of the legendary Sodom "M16". If you are a Thrash metal fan buy this right freaking now, you will like this if you haven't already heard it. If you want something to seriously get you headbanging or if you want some seriously intense metal, check this band out !!
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Review by Paul Caravasi

La Bruja (2017)

This Peruvian band just simply makes interesting, varied music that needs to be heard and enjoyed by any fan of 70s heavy metal and hard rock. This is a new project by members of Kranium and Reino Ermitaño. This album has it all: aggressive, introspective, and melodic songs. It really just makes you want to move your head and sing along, even if you can't sing worth a damn. Outside influences are used to perfectly compliment a somewhat classic sound, and it's just a fact that it produces five cool songs, all of which can be enjoyed. Check out La Bruja right away. You'll love their sound if you love bands like Purple, Sabbath and Uriah Heep, it sound badass. Then give yourself a little bit of time to let the rest of the album sink in. It may take a few listens, but this may very well end up as one of your favorites. If you know spanish check out the lyrics on the album too: equally introspective, soulful, and telling some interesting stories and ideas which, while not traditionally "metal", are still awesome.
facebook.com/ToxikoProducciones
Review by Paul Caravasi

Genocidal Terror/One day in Fukushima 7" split Ep (2015)

These maniacs have been conjuring some of the cruelest Death/Grind metal ever summoned! Wimps and posers be warned! The Dark Lords are here! This is a Split 7" with One Day in Fukushima. Lets' talk about Genocidal Terror first. I imagine poser corpses all over the place, and i think this holocaust is complete ( well in my mind is when listening to this pulverizing Ep) The tight Death/grind execution is expertly played in this trio. Drums whip the grueling pace while the lightning fast speed picking flies above it all, raining down deadly metal notes. The bass is on death command, warning Nu metal  fans to run for cover. Vocals vomiting hate for all those who choose to pose is palpable. It is clear it pumps through his metal heart. This is an excellent band playing a savage metal style. Well now is the turn for One Day in Fukushima. From an Instrumental standpoint, complexity is not their forte. The riffs are extremely basic. This doesn't necessarily make it bad. They're catchy and you'll most likely enjoy the riffs very much. The drumming is very fast. In my opinion, the fast, and almost careless, do what you want feel, is what made me love this band. You have to just accept the fact that this band is basic, fast, heavy, and pretty crazy sounding. This is fkn grindcore and is great. I enjoy the commotion created within the songs. Overall, I fkn like it. Even though it's basic, it has a great sound,, it's brutal as fuck, and it will kick your ass. I can't stress enough that it is not for everyone. You've been warned. LONG LIVE EXTREME MUSIC !!!!

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genocidalterror.bandcamp.com

facebook.com/odifgrind

onedayinfukushima.bandcamp.com

Review by Paul Caravasi

Code Red-Fang of the Sun (2017)

The thrash metal revival has become huge now once again. All countries with a metal culture already have their fair share of new thrash metal acts. Code Red from Japan are a bunch of really energetic fast guys. Their originality might not but that good, but their energy and solid song writing easily makes up for it. Top of the bill enthusiastic retro thrash on which the pace is very high most of the time. Exactly the way I like it. Izuru’s screaming and screeching vocals are exactly what this music needs. Hyperactive drumming in true Nuclear Assault and early Slayer fashion with razor sharp guitars. It’s difficult to name highlights since the album as a whole simply rages on without giving the listener time to breath. But if I have to, it would be opener "Rise of the Avenger" and "Toward the South. Catchy and furious sing-a-long songs that will do perfect in a live environment. This album should be available all over the world. Code Red is by far the best new thrash metal band from Japan and I can’t wait to hear new material. Fkn Insane !!
facebook.com/CODE-RED-458722400828324
thrashingcultrecords.bandcamp.com
Review by Paul Caravasi