German death metal outfit My Darkest Hate has been around since the late
nineties, built by musicians already known from bands such as Sacrificium and Fall
Of Serenity. Through the years they carved a name through stubborn
devotion to heavy riffs, blasting drums and a straight to the point approach.
After several albums and a long stretch without new material, they return with
their sixth full length “Rust And Bones”, a release that connects their history
with a renewed spark.
“Rust And
Bones” lands with the kind of directness that made the group respected across
European death metal circles. The production by Andy
Classen gives the songs a thick and hostile surface, and the band moves
with the confidence of veterans who know exactly how to build a crushing
atmosphere. The overall tone is aggressive, dry, violent and unapologetically
old school. No tricks, no experiments, just straight German death metal with
plenty of muscle.
The
songwriting keeps a steady pace, with tracks built around blunt riffs, stomping
rhythms and choruses meant for clenched fists. The album is straightforward and
violent, which works well for its total runtime. Even when the band slows
things down for heavier moments, the impact stays high. The atmosphere is dark
and aggressive throughout, and the songs land with enough punch to satisfy fans
who want their death metal direct and unfiltered.
“Rust And
Bones” embraces the raw spirit that My Darkest Hate
always had. The cover art by Remy Cooper matches
the rough tone perfectly, giving the release an additional layer of character. This
album delivers a strong return for the Germans, full of harsh riffs and warlike
vocals. It stands as a solid chapter in their catalog, driven by experience and
determination.
Score: 7.5
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