Brutal Sphere - World Decomposing by Vermin
France
Independent
"World Decomposing by Vermin" is the second and latest full-length album from French death metal band Brutal Sphere, which will be released independently by the band on 17th December.
Now, I haven't heard their first album (yet), but the band seems to have new members in their line-up, including Nick on vocals, whom I interviewed in regards to his label, Hessian Firm.
The music presented here is death metal through and through, as guitarist Pierre belches out an array of unholy riffs that will tear your soul apart.
The track "Death Is Just The Beginning" features a killer mid-tempo and some verily evil vocal effects, while "Declaration of War" mixes a somber atmosphere with crushing riffs. The aforementioned track has a slight blackened feel to it.
I really like the vocals. They're powerful and filled with aggression. From vicious growls to blood-curdling screams, the vocals are well arranged and balanced in the mix.
A good deal of creativity is present in the songs, which keeps them interesting and entertaining throughout their duration.
This album contains some good bass playing from Olivier. His bass is thick, well played, and always audible, as exemplified by the track "Sphere of Evil".
The drumming is pretty basic for the most part but provides fitting tempos and some great double bass to go with the various arrangements.
The drums and bass complement each other in a way that reminds me of Bolt Thrower, but there are also riff segments that resemble Cianide, especially the track "Trinity," which is a near six-minute track filled with stomping riffs.
The artwork appears to resemble wormlike creatures from another planet, which is presumably the sphere referred to in the band's name.
Overall, "World Decomposing by Vermin" is an excellent release from these French death metallers, which will undoubtedly earn them some acclaim. Recommended. (HT)