Kruelty, a metal band known for their unique blend of beatdown, death, and doom metal, has carved out a niche for themselves in the genre. Drawing inspiration from old school metal bands like No Zodiac and Xibalba, Kruelty’s debut LP, “A Dying Truth,” showcased their prowess in tight songwriting and creative riffage, setting them apart from the crowd. Their sophomore album, “Untopia,” further solidifies their position in the heavy hardcore movement by striking a balance between hardcore aggression and death metal intensity.
With tracks like “Unknown Nightmare,” Kruelty sets a dark and menacing tone, blending demonic chants with gnarly distortion and guttural vocals. The band’s songwriting prowess shines through in their ability to seamlessly transition between fast-paced punk-influenced sections and bone-crushing mosh parts, showcasing a diverse range of influences from hardcore to death metal. Tracks like “Harder Than Before” and “Burn The System” demonstrate Kruelty’s deep understanding of metal history, incorporating elements of thrash, death metal, and NYHC to create a sound that is both brutal and authentic.
As “Untopia” unfolds, Kruelty delves deeper into themes of suffering and brutality, nodding to East Coast hardcore and early Carcass influences. The band’s ability to blend skull-splitting riffs with half-time hardcore grooves showcases their versatility and command over their sound. Tracks like “Manufactured Insanity” and “Reincarnation” further highlight Kruelty’s genre-defying approach, seamlessly blending hardcore aggression with death metal ferocity, creating a visceral listening experience that transcends traditional genre boundaries.
One of the standout moments on “Untopia” comes in the form of the album’s closing track, where Kruelty unleashes their hardest beatdown, culminating in a relentless assault of tremolo lines and punk-infused speed. The band’s ability to extract maximum aggression from each genre they touch upon is a testament to their skill and dedication to pushing the boundaries of their sound. By drawing from a wide range of influences and incorporating them organically into their music, Kruelty continues to set a standard for the Japanese underground metal scene with “Untopia.”
With their latest album, Kruelty proves that they are not just another heavy hardcore band, but a force to be reckoned with in the metal world. Their ability to seamlessly blend elements of hardcore, death metal, and thrash, while maintaining a distinct identity, sets them apart as innovators in the genre. As they continue to evolve and explore new sonic territories, Kruelty’s impact on the metal scene is sure to resonate for years to come.
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