The Black Box Recordings-released debut full-length from NYC's ASRA (Alleged Satanic Ritual Abuse) tears through 11 tracks of completely and totally fucking badass death metal-infused grind in a mere 22 minutes. Legendary bands like Assück, Napalm Death, Man is the Bastard, and Discordance Axis seem to get thrown around frequently in press materials related to ASRA, and I actually can't argue with that at all. From the blasting, super tight drumming to the thick riffs that balance tactful speeds and intense grooves, or the maniacal vocals that shift effortlessly from burly growls to fierce sneers, snarls, or shrieks, it's all here, and it all fucking rules. The songwriting's memorable without lacking a shred of intensity, the recording's gritty and textured but still forceful and crisp... I mean, shit, it's just everything anyone should ever want out of a grindcore record. Even the cover art is fucking great! I can't speak to the lyrical content because the promo didn't come with lyrics, but judging from the song titles I'd say there's nothing to worry about in that department either. So, yeah... fucking perfection. I love it.
This one's available on both CD and vinyl, but I don't think the CD pressing is out just yet (though it should be available within the next few days). However, it looks like the limited edition clear vinyl pressing comes with a CD of the tracks or something like that, so... pick this shit up if you like what you hear. I'm already looking forward to hearing more from these cats.
Comments
This fucking kills; I definitely hear the D.A. influence. Thanks for posting this!
5.8.2008 | By Anonymous
Andreux Hernandez is a gon on the drum.
5.8.2008 | By Genius Xenchen
Or a god. If I could only type.
5.8.2008 | By Genius Xenchen
(A) rocks as a drummer, you should be so lucky. W
5.8.2008 | By Anonymous
Yeah, this ish is killer! I am enjoying this record as well.
5.8.2008 | By Invisible Oranges
i agree. But nothin will ever top DA Inalienable Dreamless. I found some time ago that there is new band from the ex DA members. I forgot to checked them ;(
still this is good stuff.
5.8.2008 | By Carlos
Black Box is a pretty decent little label. Wasn’t crazy about the Heuristic EP they put out but The Wayward, Anodyne, Tombs and Black Army Jacket releases are all worthwhile. This might be the best thing they’ve released thus far. I think the quality of the riffs is this band’s best strength. Good grind that maintains some memorable aspects to the songs
5.8.2008 | By vugelnox