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pondělí 30. ledna 2023

Recenze/review - SKULLDOZER - Non Stop Ruthless Crushing (2023)


SKULLDOZER - Non Stop Ruthless Crushing
CD 2023, Guts and Blood Records

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Další hromadný hrob, další svědectví a lidské nenávisti. Mrtvoly naskládané vedle sebe, pach smrti. Vzduchem se vznáší nová deska maniaků SKULLDOZER. Perfektně dotváří syrovou a hnusnou atmosféru. Odkrýváme další mrtvá těla a modlíme se k Bohu. Jak si mohl tohle dopustit? Síla morbidního okamžiku, hudba, která se vám zadře pod kůži. Temná, chladná a absolutně devastující. Jako buldozer, který před sebou hrne polámaní kosti.

Základem hudby těchto maniaků je masivní zvuk. A také starý, prašivý, valivý death metal. Přidávány jsou moderní prvky. Jako celek potom působí "Non Stop Ruthless Crushing" velmi uvěřitelně, opravdově, reálně. 


Nahrávka je značně heavy, má v sobě potřebnou černou jiskru a náboj. Drive a nakumulované energie, smíchaná se vztekem a touhou ničit hudbou. SKULLDOZER jsou opravdu jako tank, po kterém zůstává jenom spálená země. Stačí několik prvních riffů a jsem zcela pohlcen. Kývu se do rytmu, hrozím k nebi. Líbí se mi i sludge metalové momenty, které krásně doplňují jednotlivé zahnívající motivy. Připadám si, jako bych opravdu stál nad masovým hrobem. Také cítíte při poslechu pach rozkládajících se těl? Kapela je jako perfektně seřízený stroj na zabíjení. Riffy jsou ušpiněné zkaženou krví a skladby zní jako ozvěny ze záhrobí. "Non Stop Ruthless Crushing" je albem, které vám mohu jenom doporučit. Dostanete pořádnou porci zahnívajícího masa. Nikde nic nepřebývá, nikde nic nechybí, jenom v některých okamžicích jsou skladby možná trošku monotónní. Jsou to ale jenom drobnosti, který nemají velký vliv na můj celkový dojem. Jinak se jedná o opravdu povedené dílo ve všech směrech. Jednou jsem byl v galerii a díval se na obrazy šíleného umělce. Byly plné násilí, lidské špíny a šel z nich strach. Když poslouchám tuhle desku, jsou moje pocity velmi podobné. Jsem najednou obětí, která je pohřbená v hromadném hrobě. Udušen vlastními myšlenkami, přidávám neustále hlasitost. Death metalová mašina, která nezná slitování!


Asphyx says:

Another mass grave, another testimony and human hatred. Corpses piled next to each other, the smell of death. A new record by maniacs SKULLDOZER floats through the air. It perfectly completes the raw and disgusting atmosphere. We uncover more dead bodies and pray to God. How could you let this happen? The power of the morbid moment, music that gets under your skin. Dark, cold and absolutely devastating. Like a bulldozer that throws broken bones in front of it.

The basis of these maniacs' music is massive sound. And also old, dusty, rolling death metal. With modern elements thrown in. As a whole, "Non Stop Ruthless Crushing" is very believable, real.


The record is considerably heavy, it has the necessary black sparkle and charge. Drive and accumulated energy, mixed with rage and the desire to destroy with music. SKULLDOZER are truly like a tank that leaves only scorched earth. Just the first few riffs and I'm completely engrossed. I sway to the rhythm, threatening the sky. I also like the sludge metal moments that beautifully complement the individual rotting motifs. I feel like I'm really standing over a mass grave. Also, do you smell decomposing bodies when you listen to it? The band is like a perfectly tuned killing machine. The riffs are stained with tainted blood and the songs sound like echoes from beyond the grave. "Non Stop Ruthless Crushing" is an album I can only recommend. You'll get a good helping of rotting meat. Nothing is missing, nothing is missing anywhere, only at some points the songs are maybe a bit monotonous. But these are just small things that don't have a big impact on my overall impression. Otherwise, this is a really good work in all respects. I was once in a gallery looking at paintings by a crazy artist. They were full of violence, human filth and fear. When I listen to this record, my feelings are very similar. I'm suddenly a victim who's buried in a mass grave. Choked by my own thoughts, I keep turning up the volume. A death metal machine that knows no mercy!



tracklist:
1. Non Stop Ruthless Crushing 
2. Thy Enemies Driven Before Me 
3. Kingdom Ossuarium 
4. Hatesworn Shitstorm 
5. Scum Beneath the Skin 
6. Wolves Amongst Sheeple 
7. Bastards of Zeus 
8. Bow to None 
9. Deathblessed 
10. Skullfucking Domination 



A few questions - interview with death metal band from USA - SKULLDOZER.

A few questions - interview with death metal band from USA - SKULLDOZER.

Answered Jason Ramsay, thank you!

Ave, can you introduce your band to our readers?

Hello this is Jason Ramsay, front man and founding member of Skulldozer.

Skulldozer is a Crushing Death Metal Band from Long Beach Mississippi. 

The members are:

Jason Ramsay- Guitar/Vocals,

Keith Dobson- Lead Guitar,

Mike Spurlock- Bass

Joel Stepp- Drums

When was it founded and what style of music do you play etc.?

Skulldozer was founded by Jason Ramsay in 2018. The original idea for this band was under a different band name and was initially going to be a “one man” band. After a year of development and relocating, Ramsay quickly hired musicians to fill out the line up. The band name changed to Skulldozer and we started compiling new and old material to put together an album.


Where and under what conditions were you recording the new album? Who was in charge of sound, production and mastering?

The recording came together at a few different studios. The drums were recorded by Charlie Hart at Death Echo Studio, the bulk of the instrument recording took place at my home studio called Crossbones Studio. The remaining 4 songs were recorded, mixed and mastered by Brown Dobson at Echo Box Media.

How many copies were released and which medium was used for this new edition (CD, digital, vinyl, cassette)?

500 Copies of the CD are being printed and 50 cassettes so far. Hopefully there will be some vinyl to come in the future.

Who is the author of the lyrics and how were they created and about what do the lyrics deal with?

I write and arrange all the music and lyrics. The subject matter deals with tyranny, mind control, corruption, vengeance, death, redemption, awakening. Alot of the original ideas were spawned during the Scamdemic lockdowns when people were angry and volatile. I try to keep the lyrics relevant but still rooted in fantasy, poetic story telling. Im not interested in preaching to the audience. Instead I hope that the lyrics can be translated to connect with people on an artistic level.


Who created the logo of the band, and who took care of the graphics and the website? What about you and social networks?

I also handle all of the art and advertising in the band. I created the logo to resemble the type of metal logo you might have seen in the 80’s of metal. I wanted the logo to be readable and strong looking like METALLICA or IRON MAIDEN. I definitely think that a legible logo is very important. Its the first thing someone associates with your brand and should visually represent what you are trying to convey to the fan.

Which label did you choose for releasing your album and why this label?

We signed with Guts n Blood records out of Peru for this release. We wanted to do a re-release of our EP and add more songs to make a full album. Luckily GnB Records was interested in helping us release our first full length album.

Are you satisfied by how your label represents you and takes care about you? Which bands do you idolize and where do you get your inspiration?

Most of my influence comes from old school death metal and 80’s hard rock. Thats the kind of music I grew up listening to and loving. Music is always evolving but I truly feel like I learned all of the necessary building blocks for writing quality metal from the traditional metal bands.


How many gigs have you played? Which type of gigs do you prefer, whether it's (clubs or festivals) and which of your performances would you consider as the best? 

I personally love playing festivals. The vibe, energy and crowds at festivals are the best part. I honestly love just playing music as much as possible but the festival circuit is always something we strive to be a part of.

What about your plans for the future? What do you want to achieve with the band? How and where can your fans contact you? 

My intention with Skulldozer is to continue writing and releasing quality death metal that will hopefully withstand the test of time and offer some sort of significance to metal music.

Can you provide some contact information? Thanx for the interview.

You can download our new album “Skulldozer - Non Stop Ruthless Crushing” on Bandcamp and find Skulldozer on most social media platforms. Check the links below and thanks so much for the interview.

Bandcamp:

Facebook:

Youtube:

Thanx for interview.



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