Are technical and melodic death metal bands really a dime a dozen these days? If so, and if most of them are nearly as good as these snarling kids, then it's a remarkable value, indeed. Their debut is chock full of great riffs, virtuotic leads, and pummeling rhythms, startling twists and turns. Certain passages recall death-core at times, which is nearly impossible for this new generation of metal head upstarts to not reference, but the true heart of this band resides in a speedy tech death. The lyrical subject matter, though is a departure for death. They are serious minded contemplations of science, theology, and power.
This album is exhilarating, takes a few listens to fully appreciate, and is a neck crunching noggin' knocker.
Rating: 8.5 out of 10
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