Release Date May 22nd, 2026
Format CD/LP
Genre Death/Thrash Metal
Origin Austria
Hailing from the blackened heart of Graz, Austria, Deathstorm emerged in 2010 to fly the flag of hate with total devotion. These thrash maniacs have carved a bloody path through the underground, leaving a trail of destruction on respected labels like High Roller and I Hate. After making waves with "The Gallows" and the devastating "For Dread Shall Reign", they return from a brief silence following their 2022 demo to prove they are still the masters of auditory violence.
"Cascophonies" is a total assault that proves these Austrians are masters of high-speed carnage. The spirit of classic Teutonic violence is alive and well here, manifesting in a storm of riffs that would make the legends of the eighties proud. It is a relentless display of speed and aggression that refuses to slow down for anything, maintaining a ferocious energy that defines the very essence of underground metal.
The songwriting on this fifth outing is twisted and sharp, weaving through dizzying structures without ever losing the scent of blood. While the speed is often pushed to the absolute limit, the band incorporates hooks and leads that elevate the material above a mere blur of noise. The transition between frantic tempos and crushing mid-paced sections is handled with lethal precision, ensuring every moment is designed for maximum impact.
The production on the album is a breath of fresh air, opting for an organic and sharp clarity that lets the blades of the guitars do their work. It captures the raw energy of the trio, Ferdinand Reinbacher, Marco Stebich, and Manuel Röxeis, without any artificial tampering. At 29 minutes, the album is a lean machine of deathly thrash that hits with the force of a hammer and disappears before the smoke even clears.
If your soul craves the frantic energy of early Slayer, the relentless battering of Dark Angel, or your shit hit the fan with “None Shall Defy”, this is an essential purchase of the year. Deathstorm has crafted a record that is mandatory for anyone who worships at the altar of high-octane metal. It is a devastating reminder that real thrash metal is still alive, lethal, and ready to tear the world apart.
| 8.0
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