heavy-metal-darkness: Deos |Augustus Omnipotens |Wormholedeath Records

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Deos |Augustus Omnipotens |Wormholedeath Records

Release Date December 5^th, 2025
Format CD/Digital
Genre Blackened Death Metal
Country France

Deos has been waging war on the underground scene since 2014. Hailing from France, this squad, founded by Fabio Battistella, Jack Graved, and Loïc Depauwe, dedicated their existence to the history of the Roman Empire. They aren't rookies in this arena. They have three previous albums under their belts, starting with "Ghosts Of The Empire" and leading up to 2022's "Furor Belli". After tearing up stages across Europe and hitting the Cart & Horses in London, they returned to the studio to craft their fourth assault, "Augustus Omnipotens".

The narrative here is massive. The band tackles the rise of Octavian, the man who became Augustus. It is a bloody trek through Roman history, dealing with the aftermath of Caesar’s death and the brutal road to the Pax Romana. The lyrics dig into the dirty details of political backstabbing and ancient warfare. It is a heavy concept that demands a heavy soundtrack, and the band delivers a grim atmosphere that fits the subject matter perfectly.

Musically, this is blackened death metal with zero compromise. The riffs are jagged and vicious, cutting through the mix with hostility. The drums hammer down constantly, driving the music forward with serious aggression. The vocals are harsh, sounding like they are shouting commands over the din of battle. J.-F. Dagenais mastered the album, and the sound is crisp enough to hear the details. It is aggressive music for aggressive history.

"Augustus Omnipotens" is a fierce addition to the Deos catalog. The band executes their vision with total focus. While the relentless pace might blur the lines between a few tracks, the energy remains high. It is a historical beating that fans of Roman history and extreme metal will appreciate, especially those close to Ex Deo and Kataklysm. It is loud, angry, and historically accurate.

Score: 7.0