Void is a thrash
metal band from Lafayette, Louisiana, formed in 2021. In a short span of time,
they’ve managed to create a distinctive identity in the underground scene,
beginning with digital singles and the impressive debut album "Horrors Of
Reality" in 2023. Their style combines classic thrash with eerie, gothic
themes and elaborate storytelling. After catching the eye of Shadow Kingdom Records, the band reissued their
debut and followed it with the "Return Of The Phantom" 7",
further establishing their unique aesthetic rooted in horror and medieval
imagery.
"Forbidden
Morals" is the second full-length release from Void,
and it continues the band’s rise with even more ambition and power. Spanning 10
tracks and clocking in at 46 minutes, this album deepens the band’s dark
fantasy universe—filled with haunted castles, phantoms, and ancient
curses—while delivering aggressive and fast-paced thrash metal.
The atmosphere is strong and consistent from start to finish. Guitars are aggressive and tight, with complex riffs and solos that feel inspired by the golden age of late ‘80s thrash and bands like Toxik and Realm. The drums are intense and precise, pushing the tempo in dynamic bursts. Vocals are theatrical and expressive, adding character and personality without going over the top. There is a clear structure to the songs that makes the album sound flawless.
Songs like "Forbidden
Morals," "Gateways Of Stone," and "By Silver Light"
carry a strong energy, while the closer "Beneath... Lives The
Impaler" stands out with its epic length and sprawling structure. The
reappearance of "Return Of The Phantom" connects the past and present
for those who followed the band early on.
This is an album built with care and imagination. It has the raw force of traditional thrash metal but leans into storytelling and fantasy elements with confidence. For fans of Testament, Forbidden, Megadeth, Annihilator, Toxik, or Realm, "Forbidden Morals" feels like a natural discovery—something familiar yet very much its own.
Void continues
to evolve, and with this release, they are solidifying a sound and visual world
that sets them apart in today’s metal scene. They’ve moved far beyond the early
buzz and now seem fully in control of their creative direction.
Score: 8.8
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