Cannibal Corpse “Torture” Review
Cannibal Corpse
George Fisher – Vocals
Alex Webster – Bass
Pat O’Brien – Guitar
Rob Barrnett – Guitar
Paul Mazurkiewicz – Drums
Review by Daryl BK
@DarylBK
Alright, in this stage of the game I’m sure you’ve heard Cannibal Corpse, if you have not heard them, you most certainty have heard of them. They have been getting their music banned in most “developed” countries since 88, so I’m going to forego all the introduction and pleasantries. They are from Buffalo, New York, they play death metal, everything your shitty little metal band does has been done by this band, and with their 12th studio album Torture, they continue to show their brutality and longevity, so you might as well quit.
3.13.12
Tracklist:
1. Demented Aggression – 3:14
2. Sarcophagic Frenzy – 3:42
3. Scourge of Iron – 4:44
4. Encased in Concrete – 3:13
5. As Deep as the Knife Will Go – 3:25
6. Intestinal Crank – 3:54
7. Followed Home then Killed – 3:36
8. The Strangulation Chair – 4:09
9. Caged…Contorted – 3:53
10. Crucifier Avenged – 3:46
11. Rabid – 3:04
12. Torn Through – 3:11
The band has been doing the same thing since 1988 and with relatively minor changes in membership. That is something in of itself showing that Cannibal Corpse not only has the following, but also has the ability to stay relevant in the ever-changing musical scene.
Torture does not break any new boundaries let alone any of the boundaries set forth even by Cannibal Corpse. No it is not something new, but rather a continuation of the career that most bands wish they had. For a band to be able to continue writhing and playing music without drastically changing their sound and or views is an amazing accomplishment and Torture again proves that they will be around for more to come.
The sound is classic, fast pace, low furious vocals and shredding guitars. Hate Eternal’s Erik Rutan was tasked with producing this latest dose of metal goodness and does well to show off the skill of all members, able to isolate different instruments throughout its entirety. Mr. Rutan is no stranger when it comes to success with Cannibal Corpse as this is his third consecutive release with the guys. Don’t look for Torture to mimic 06’s Kill or 09’s Evisceration Plague, rather to kind of hug the guide lines laid down by its predecessors.
Songs with titles such as Sarcophagic Frenzy, and As Deep As the Knife Will Go, you can figure what you will be getting, which is exactly what you will hear, another signature Cannibal Corpse album. This presentation was released by Metal Blade Records (who else) March 13th. Get it.
Check Cannibal Corpse out on the Torture Tour in support of their new album:
Apr 06 The Soapbox Wilmington, NC
Apr 07 Lincoln Theater Raleigh, NC
Apr 08 V Club Live Huntington, WV
Apr 09 The Orange Peel Asheville, NC
Apr10 The Canal Club Richmond, VA
Apr 12 Higher Ground S. Burlington, VT
Apr 13 The Club at Water Street Rochester, NY
Apr 14 Bogarts Cincinnati, OH
Apr 15 The Intersection Grand Rapids, MI
Apr 16 People’s Court Des Moines, IA
Apr 17 Slowdown Omaha, NE
Apr 19 The Scene-ary Wichita, KS
Apr 20 The Black Sheep Colorado Springs, CO
Apr 21 Mesa Theaters & Club Grand Junction, CO
Apr 22 Top Deck Farmington, NM
Apr 23 The Rock Tucson, AZ
Apr 24 Tricky Falls El Paso, TX
Apr 25 Jakes Lubbock, TX
Apr 27 The Blue Note Colombia, MO
Apr 28 Diamond Ballroom Oklahoma City, OK
Apr 29 Newbys Memphis, TN
Apr 30 Exit In Nashville, TN
May 01 Zydeco Birmingham, AL
May 03 Double Down Gainesville, FL
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About the Author
Denise Borders 39, Los Angeles. Denise founded PWV in 2008 and remains the primary manager and photographer/videographer. She is not secretly obsessed with Joey Cape.
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