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Enemynside | In The Shadows Of Unrest | Independent


Release Date: November 14, 2025
Format: Digital, CD
Genre: Thrash Metal
Country: Italy

Formed in Rome back in 1994 under the name Scapegoat, and reborn as Enemynside in 1999, this veteran act has built a steady reputation across the international thrash scene. With four albums and a string of EPs, countless European tours, and stage time alongside acts like Destruction, Tankard, and Flotsam And Jetsam, they’ve earned their scars honestly. Over the years, Enemynside has stayed loyal to their roots while sharpening their edge with each release, and their new EP "In The Shadows Of Unrest" is another solid testament to their enduring energy.

The EP packs aggression from the first note. It’s thrash metal through and through, fast, angry, and packed with hooks that bite. The riffs are crisp and punchy, the drumming relentless, and the production gives everything a modern punch without sanding down the raw edges. The sound is fierce and unfiltered, with a clear nod to the classic thrash ethos that still drives the band forward.


Fran Cremisini’s vocal delivery remains a defining weapon, barking with precision and attitude. The guitars of Matteo Bellezza and Andrea Mataloni tear through the mix with a sense of urgency, creating a storm of chugging and slicing riffs. The rhythm section from Andrea Pistone and Fabio Migliori keeps things grounded, maintaining a tight energy that holds the EP together from start to finish.

Each song on "In The Shadows Of Unrest" comes across as a direct punch, short, aggressive, and infused with power. There’s no filler or hesitation, only straightforward thrash with just enough bite to make it memorable. The mix by Marco “Cinghio” Mastrobuono (at Kick Recording Studio) ensures every instrument hits with the right impact, giving the release a fresh sound while keeping it raw at heart.

Visually, Diyaco Paymazd’s artwork captures the unrest and fury that pulse through the music. It mirrors the tension and chaos that have always been at the core of Enemynside’s identity, a band that has survived trends and decades without softening its tone. "In The Shadows Of Unrest" may be brief, but it’s a fierce reminder of why Enemynside remains relevant after all these years. It’s thrash played with heart, precision, and pure determination.

Score: 7.0

Enemynside online:

enemynside.com

facebook.com/Enemynside

instagram.com/enemynsideofficial

youtube.com/Enemynside

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