Decapitated Nihility
2002 Wicked World/Earache MOSH255CDPRO
By Russell Garwood
With an average age of nineteen, Decapitated are one of the younger bands around, making their achievements even more impressive. Sauron (vocals), Vogg (guitar), Martin (bass) and Vitek (drums) met at a music school in their native Poland, which does not seem surprising after listening to Nihility. The musicianship is excellent, with both drumming and guitar work so highly polished you have to marvel.
Nihility opens with white noise, the first indication that this album is something slightly different, and then progresses into the razor sharp riffing of Perfect Dehumanisation (The Answer?). The instrumentation is tight to the point of being mechanical, juxtaposed by the extreme vocals. Tracks like Eternity Too Short further showcase the excellent rhythm section and technical ability of the band. With its multiple time changes and complex arrangements Mother War is one of the best songs on the album, while other standouts include Spheres Of Madness and the sheer aggression of Symmetry Of Zero.
The production throughout is crystal clear, making for easier listening, and aided by the refreshing lack of morbidity. Nihilism is short; at thirty-five minutes it holds your concentration - any longer and it could become samey. Despite some clear influences, Decapitated manage to make this album their own, with a determination that leaves you breathless.
2002 Wicked World/Earache MOSH255CDPRO
By Russell Garwood
With an average age of nineteen, Decapitated are one of the younger bands around, making their achievements even more impressive. Sauron (vocals), Vogg (guitar), Martin (bass) and Vitek (drums) met at a music school in their native Poland, which does not seem surprising after listening to Nihility. The musicianship is excellent, with both drumming and guitar work so highly polished you have to marvel.
Nihility opens with white noise, the first indication that this album is something slightly different, and then progresses into the razor sharp riffing of Perfect Dehumanisation (The Answer?). The instrumentation is tight to the point of being mechanical, juxtaposed by the extreme vocals. Tracks like Eternity Too Short further showcase the excellent rhythm section and technical ability of the band. With its multiple time changes and complex arrangements Mother War is one of the best songs on the album, while other standouts include Spheres Of Madness and the sheer aggression of Symmetry Of Zero.
The production throughout is crystal clear, making for easier listening, and aided by the refreshing lack of morbidity. Nihilism is short; at thirty-five minutes it holds your concentration - any longer and it could become samey. Despite some clear influences, Decapitated manage to make this album their own, with a determination that leaves you breathless.
