|
|
|
|
|
|
FATALIST
"The Depths of Inhumanity" (Ibex
Moon; 2009)
Reviewed by Christopher J. Kelter
Hailing from sunny California, old school death metal
purveyors Fatalist get the Stockholm-sound down pat on "The Depths of
Inhumanity." In fact, Fatalist originated as a Stockholm-styled old school death
metal band called Stockholm Syndrome. It's pretty clear where the band's
influences are.
It goes without saying that the sound made famous by Sunlight Studios is in
spades here. Fatalist charge forward with crunchy guitar tones, thick
production, and solid songwriting.
"The Depths of Inhumanity" has eleven tracks of mostly
mid-paced tracks that pay honest homage to the past while allowing modern
melodic sensibilities to make their presence known. The merging of past and
present enhances the overall impact of "The Depths of Inhumanity."
Fatalist is Wes Caley on vocals and guitars, Neil Burkdoll on guitars, Art Hayes
on bass, and Tyler Castro on drums.
For more information visit
http://www.fatalistband.com/.
Rating Guide:
A classic. This record will kick your ass.
Killer. Not a classic but it will rock your world.
So-so. You've heard better.
Pretty bad. Might make a nice coaster.
Self explanatory. Just the sight of the cover makes you wanna hurl.
Copyright © 2010 by R. Scott Bolton. All rights
reserved.
Revised:
16 Sep 2024 12:13:34 -0400.
