10 Jul 2021
EP review: Funeralis - Hoc est Lvx mea Spiritvs Libero (Reissue 2021)
3 Jul 2021
Album review: Cancerbero - Reconquering The Throne of Death (2019)
It’s quite hilarious when I see flowery positive language and empathetic phrases with words such as “so nice” and “wonderful” being used in reviews for death metal bands. It’s counteractive to the very nature of the music, and quite frankly, just plain moronic. I’d be insulted if I played dark, violent and abstract death metal and some moron referred to it as “lovely” and “wonderful” or whatever tremendously pathetic hippie buzzwords are popular amongst this new breed of metalheads nowadays – and believe me when I tell you – Cancerbero certainly needs none of that, but I digress. Onto the music...
“Reconquering The Throne of Death” is the band’s second full-length and an absolutely sick release. It was one of the best albums from 2019. Any idiot that disagrees can go self-abort by drinking hydrochloric acid for all I care. This whole album is characterized by a profoundly morbid aura, featuring an array of filthy riffs that render to the blasphemous sound, combined with the totally vile vocals, which I must confess, is perfect for this style. I really like the drums on this. Nothing flashy, yet perfectly arranged and integrated into the mix, featuring a variety of caveman beats that keep it interesting. Believe me when I say there is no shortage of depth to this release – the whole thing radiates filthy charnel vibes that will make you feel like you have just awakened some subterranean creature in a pit drenched in the vile, howling stench of death. Does that sound “nice” and “wonderful” to you? I didn’t think so.
The album has that perfect middle-ground between raw but audible that gives the music its charm. I’d rather listen to this kind of material than most of the cleanly produced vomit that’s called metal nowadays made by pimple-faced geeks that take up space in their mother's basement masturbating to porn. These Chilean warriors are the pure essence of death metal and “Reconquering The Throne of Death" is a must for maniacs into the style. For fans of: Sarcofago, Grave Desecrator, Blaspherian. Favourite track: Evil Incarnate. (HT)
2 Jun 2021
Interview: Slaughtbbath (2021)
The following interview was conducted with Daniel Desecrator from Chilean bestial black death menace, Slaughtbbath.
Hails. Can you give us an update on the current status of the band?
Everything has been on hold for us since the beginning of last year due to the virus. We had our last album's release national tour and some other dates in Brazil and the States but all had to be canceled. However, we are working on new stuff and some releases. There's a 4 way split CD coming out soon.
Slaughtbbath have been active since 2002 – how do you stay inspired to write and record material on such a consistent basis?
Me and the guitarist began the band in 2002 but we have been really active recording demos and playing live since 2005 by the time our drummer joined and we got a stable line up. We were very young when we started so having this band is something quite natural for us. We don't have any obligation with it so when there's no more energy or inspiration the band will just cease to exist.
What can you tell us about your last full-length "Alchemical Warfare" and the inspiration behind the title? Are you happy with the final result?
Well the inspiration for the title, as a lot of our music, comes from the mighty Slayer but of course you can find a lot of symbolic meaning of Alchemy and Warfare within the lyrics of most of the tracks. There are always a lot of details that could be improved but for what's done we are satisfied.
Slaughtbbath's music radiates pure destructive fury – what are some of the factors resulting in such an harsh sound?
Being actually angry and furious instead of faking it!
How did you initially come up with the name Slaughtbbath and what does it mean?
It's a combination of the words 'Slaughter' and 'Sabbath'.
Musically, what are some of your biggest influences?
Slayer, Sepultura, Sarcófago, Kreator, Mayhem, Darkthrone, Morbid Angel, etc.
Do you agree with the philosophical sentiment of life being inherently meaningless? What gives you purpose?
Each individual gives existence it's own meaning. Before philosophers we are animals of survival and instinct. Instead of asking yourself what's the purpose ask yourself what keeps you enslaved of not doing what you desire.
What is your stance on progression in black/death – should the genre be pushed forward or do you prefer stagnation as opposed to bands stepping outside the usual confines of what has already been established?
I couldn't care less to be honest, politics, ethics and morals in music and art in general is not my thing. To each his own.
Can you tell us something about your artwork and profession as a tattoo artist? Are there any artists that had an influence on the development of your style?
For sure there's a lot of artists that have influenced me and helped me to develop my technique and style. I can name Doré, Bosch, Goya, Giger, etc. At the moment I'm working with many bands on their artwork, some of them are Druid Lord, Perversion, Profanatica, Nihilo, Qrixkuor, Perdition Temple, Varathron, Ruinous, etc. Regarding tattooing, that's my main job and I have been doing it for many years. It has also given me the chance to visit many countries.
Does sentiments like "the underground is dead" have any relevance to you? What is the true underground in your opinion?
No, and I must say I haven't even heard something like that. Underground just means doing stuff as you want and as you can first and not for the masses in my opinion.
Lastly, what's next for Slaughtbbath and when can we see some new material manifest? Thanks for your time!
25 May 2021
Album review: Slaughtbbath - Alchemical Warfare (2019)
Slaughtbbath – Alchemical Warfare (2019)
Chile
Hells Headbangers Records
Slaughtbbath, hailing from the depths of Chile have released numerous demos, splits, EPs, and a debut full-length with a pretty consistent output since their inception in 2002. Their second full-length is fittingly titled “Alchemical Warfare.”
Musically, their style is rooted in the bloody sounds of Blasphemy, Sarcofago, and Bestial Warlust. Having said that, you can expect nothing but a high-octane dosage of supreme darkness from this Chilean horde. The album is a tour de force from beginning to end, featuring 8 tracks and 34 minutes of infernal black/death steeped in vitrioloic poison, which is enough to satiate your need for all things morbid and chaos-driven. Each track is stacked to the brim with blasphemous riffs, savage vocals, hard-hitting drums, and heavy bass lines, including the fact that the whole thing is boosted with an excellent production (at least by black/death standards) which allows all the instruments to be heard and distinguished from one another. Listening to this album will plunge your soul into the very depths of Hell. “Alchemical Warfare” is a more than worthy follow-up to “Hail To Fire” and comes highly recommended to fans of well-executed bestial black/death. (HT)
16 Oct 2020
Album review: Communion - At The Announcement (2018)
Communion - At The Announcement - Full Length (2018)
Chile
Hells Headbangers
https://communion-chile.bandcamp.com/album/at-the-announcement