Filth is a death
metal trio from Sweden made up of Per (drums,
vocals), Sebastian (lead guitar, bass), and Ismael (rhythm guitar). Formed to deliver a raw
and aggressive style rooted in the filthier end of death metal, the band takes
a no-frills approach. Their music leans heavily into a repulsive and primitive
sound. Their debut album, “Time To Rot,” is released through Me Saco Un Ojo
(vinyl) and Rotted Life (CD and cassette), two respected labels known for
supporting gruesome and authentic death metal.
“Time To
Rot” brings just under half an hour of pure, putrid death metal. From the first
moments, there’s no mystery about what Filth aims
to deliver. Every second is soaked in decay, driven by thick guitars, crushing
drums, and deep, monstrous vocals.
There’s a
strong mid-tempo focus, giving each riff the weight it needs to hit hard. At
times, it leans into slower, crawling sections that drag the listener into
darker depths, while other parts bring a steady stomp that feels both heavy and
infectious. It never becomes chaotic or overstuffed—everything is direct,
simple, and heavy.
What makes this debut stand out is the sense of unity in sound. The guitars, bass, drums, and vocals all feel tied together like one massive beast. “Odious Obsession” sets the tone well, immediately laying out the band’s style with no distractions. Tracks like “Flesh Dress” and “Emaciated” continue that same path, keeping things consistent from start to finish.
There’s no
need for flash or dramatic shifts here—Filth relies
on steady punishment and a thick atmosphere to do the work. The production is raw
and sounds like it was dug out of the crypt, but you can still follow every
riff and drum hit.
The band
doesn’t stray far from the core of death metal, but they don’t need to. What
they do, they do well—and more importantly, they do it with confidence. “Live
In Agony Die In Pain” and “Decrepit Womb” are especially crushing, balancing
heaviness with pacing that keeps things moving forward.
Filth’s debut is
consistent, ugly, and exactly as brutal as it should be. Fans of classic death
metal will find plenty to enjoy here. “Time To Rot” doesn’t pretend to be
anything it’s not—it delivers decaying death metal without hesitation.
Score: 7.0
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