Cattle Decapitation - Terrasite - Album Review

Much loved California based death metal outfit Cattle Decapitation are set to release their much awaited sequel to their apocalyptic album 'Death Atlas'. Their latest album 'Terrasite', we were sent an advanced copy of the new album and are pleased to report that it is a certified banger.

Opening with the track 'Terrasitic Adaptation' unsettling ambient gargles and sounds of squelching ichor and viscera giving way to slower bombastic guitars .... only to have this shattered by a barrage of blast beats and harsh vocals. The guitars especially showcase the more progressive elements that have been a signature part of Cattle Decapitations sound in recent years.

'Scourge the offspring' has a slow and grinding groove in places that is reminiscent of older death metal/ grind classics... which will alternate between some of the tightest double kicks I have heard. The track also showcases Travis Ryan's versatility, changing between higher and more melodic vocals - which incidentally sacrifice nothing in intensity - with barbaric gutturals.

'The Insignificants' showcases the technically proficient drumming which I previously mentioned, the opening fill demands your attention. From more ambient sections which flow into chugging almost slam elements later , this track - and the whole album - is nothing but diverse.