www.pathologicallyexplicitrecords.com
6/10 CRUSHED FUCKING SKULLS (10/10 for the vocals)
Murdered is the one-man project of Justin McNeil, playing brutal death metal that for once isn't trying desperately to be Devourment or Disgorge. Sure, elements of these bands are present, but that's because the entire brutal death metal scene is built on their backs. There are plenty of other influences at work here, which is nice, even some nods to the older bands. I dislike the dissonant riffs that are occasionally used, but that's my taste, and I've never been a fan of dissonant guitar riffs. The vocals are the real standout performance here (although all the instruments are very skillfully played). Justin's tones are impeccable and powerful, with a guttural roar that most singers can't muster. It's a death metal vocal clinic. While I didn't enjoy the songs as much, I could listen to his vocals all day, and that truly saves the record for me. A good vocal performance always does, since I am first and foremost a singer guy.
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