Words by Anselm Anderson
This past Tuesday saw the welcoming of a new release from the Metalocaplypse. Dethalbum IV is the fourth album by the animated melodic death metal band Dethlok formed by Brandon Small and Gene Hoglan.
Dethlok was formed over fifteen years ago. They were initially created for a TV show on Adult Swim. The two-piece ventured into the outside world to build their brand of high-energy metal. They combined it with comedic performances and a brutal sound. Dethalbum IV is the heaviest yet, featuring the animated-on-screen performances of vocalist Nathan Explosion, lead guitarist Skwisgaar Skwielf, Rhythm guitarist Toki Wartooth and drummer Pickles.
They are ready to release their distinctive sound and conquer the metal scene. the album is the duo's first in a decade and showcases their most aggressive sound yet. The bold and menacing sound of the band is created by the growls of vocalist Nathan Explosion and the mesmerizing fretwork of Skwielf and Wartooth, taking listeners back to the heady days of atmospheric black metal.
Dethlok pull no punches with their opener 'Garden of Vengeance', a track featuring their distinct and tenacious edge. The sound is amplified by sonic blasts and rhythmic guitar play, creating an even more powerful effect. Next up is the latest single "Aortic Desecration", which features aggressive drumming and impressive guitar play that has a devastating effect.
Brandon Small, the co-creator, has compensated for the band's absence in the past decade by delivering solid production and spirited songwriting on Dethalbum IV. Every track features a balanced combination of melodious passages and gut-wrenching solos that complement the playful lyrics. Dethlok balances the ferocious metal of "Poisoned Food" and "Bloodbath" with tongue-in-cheek lyrics with the soulful, dark music of " Satelite Bleeding" and " Deadface" to create a sombre, yet progressive release.
The band accompanied this release with a Feature-Length movie named Metalocalypse: Army of the Doomstar", due out of time of writing. And finally, Dethlok switches gears with the crushing "Murmaider III" and "S.O.S" to fill a void in the metal world.
After a decade of obscurity, Dethlok returns to the metal scene with a full force of nature on over ten tracks.
Rating: 5/5
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You can watch videos for "Gardener of Vengeance" and |"Aortic Desecration" below
Gardener of Vengeance
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