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Single Review: MASSACRE - "The Colour Out Of Space" Friday September 6 2024, 11:03 AM

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Single Review: MASSACRE - "The Colour Out Of Space"
Release Date: September 6, 2024
Origin: USA
Genre: Old-school Death Metal

MASSACRE, the legendary force in American death metal, returns with their latest single "The Colour Out Of Space," a track that perfectly aligns with their upcoming album Necrolution. With Kam Lee's iconic guttural growls at the forefront, this song is a chilling, atmospheric tribute to H.P. Lovecraft's cosmic horror.

From the first note, "The Colour Out Of Space" feels like a time capsule, thrusting listeners back to the raw energy of late 80s and early 90s death metal. The track drips with nostalgia, staying true to MASSACRE’s mission to recreate the early, thrash-influenced death metal sound. The blistering riffs, ominous atmosphere, and relentless drumming instantly evoke memories of the genre’s formative years while keeping the composition sharp and dynamic.

Kam Lee’s vocals continue to serve as the embodiment of old-school death metal—haunting and brutal, yet distinct and impactful. His growls, combined with lyrical themes inspired by Lovecraft's cosmic terror, give the song a sinister, otherworldly tone. The rest of the band, including veterans Mike Borders on bass and Rogga Johansson and Jonny Pettersson on guitars, craft a sound that is gritty and heavy, but also retains that classic sense of rawness that made death metal what it is today.

What stands out most about "The Colour Out Of Space" is how it captures the essence of MASSACRE's roots while maintaining a freshness that keeps it from feeling like mere repetition. It’s a purposeful dive back into a sound that feels unpolished yet powerful, leaning into its "de-evolution" concept to invoke the spirit of early death metal pioneers.

In sum, "The Colour Out Of Space" is a perfect introduction to Necrolution, offering fans a brutal, nostalgic journey that still feels alive with creative energy. For fans of old-school death metal, MASSACRE's latest offering is a reminder of why they remain legends in the genre. Kam Lee and company continue to honor their past while proving they are still an undeniable force in today’s metal scene.