Releases – July 2024

Step into the shadowy realm of Cryptic Hatred’s forthcoming sophomore album, “Internal Torment” !Hailing from the enigmatic landscapes of Finland, this mesmerizing cryptic death metal band unveils a sonic tapestry that delicately weaves together their death metal roots with haunting melodies, cryptic harmonies, and relentless blast beats, all enhanced by atmospheric sounds.Throughout “Internal Torment”, the band’s musical prowess is evident, as they effortlessly navigate between moments of intensity and tranquility. The interplay of crushing riffs and ethereal melodies creates an atmosphere that is both ...

“Nothing Hurts Quite Like Life” consists of 10 punishing tracks with a total run time of 36 minutes. The band look at hardcore through “a death/thrash metal kid’s” lens, so attention is paid to songwriting and arrangements too without forgetting the chugs. With three of the members as backing vocalists (Timo, Sami & Juuso) joining in, the band is able to lift Antti’s screams to a new level. Also drawing from a wide variety of music beyond the hardcore umbrella, SARS aim to keep ...