RATS OF GOMORRAH · Infectious Vermin | TRANSPARENT BLUE MC

Transparent blue MC with a two-page booklet (Limited to 100 copies).

Background information about 'Infectious Vermin'

"Infectious Vermin," the debut album by Rats of Gomorrah, emerges as a formidable exploration of the depths of human despair and societal decay, drawing heavily from the rich literary tradition of H.P. Lovecraft. The German duo, known for their bold sonic experimentation, delve into themes of pestilence and chaos with a sound that is an evolution from traditional death metal to a more complex fusion that incorporates elements of heavy and speed metal. This album does not simply regurgitate tired clichés but instead refines its core death metal roots with crust-infused riffs and memorable choruses that echo through the darkness.

Formed by seasoned musicians Daniel Stelling and Moritz Paulsen, formerly of the death metal outfit DIVIDE, Rats of Gomorrah channels over a decade of musical experience into "Infectious Vermin." The album's vocal diversity and lyrical narrative capture the essence of modern fears transmuted into dark tales replete with vermin-infested imagery. As these themes intertwine with relentless musical aggression, listeners are enveloped in an intense auditory experience that is both unsettling and invigorating. This is more than music; it is an invocation challenging listeners to confront their own discomforts amidst a world gone awry.

Track listing

1. Swarming Death
2. Face No Consequence
3. Tails Unknown
4. Narcissus
5. Rise from the Abyss
6. Rattenkönigin
7. Night Orbit
8. Asleep on a Dagger
9. Strychnos
10. Towers, Ropes and Knives
11. Judas Goat
12. Cosmicide
13. Vat of Acid

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