Mefitis – Offscourings (2021)
USA
Hessian Firm
The second album from Mefitis sees the band expand on their characteristic “Dark Metal” sound and venture into even more experimental territory this time around, all the while maintaining a sense of artistic cohesion. These idiosyncratic elements can be characterized based on their penchant for classical melodies and intricate song structures, whilst also emphasizing melody as its main core. Consequently, the result is more or less a cauldron of various sub-genres merged into one, giving the music a rather experimental dynamic. The agonizing screams of the vocalist compliments the music very well and gives the whole thing a profoundly aggressive edge. The band shows great craftsmanship, particularly in how the riffs interplay with each other. This is music for those with an attention to detail, since the music reveals more and more about itself each time you listen to it. If you enjoyed their debut album, “Emberdawn,” then you will no doubt like their new record, as it offers a collection of well-crafted songs full of detailed textures and an atmosphere that draws you in. Call it dark metal, progressive, avant-garde, or whatever you like – it doesn’t matter – the only thing that matters is that you get this album as soon as possible. (HT)