When it comes to brutal death metal, few bands manage to strike a perfect balance between chaos and precision. With their fourth album, “Extinguish All Existence”, Finland’s Enragement prove that they belong to that rare breed. This record is a monstrous showcase of everything that defines the band’s sound – cataclysmic, technical death metal infused with grindcore ferocity, slam brutality and even touches of deathcore aggression. The result? A sonic assault that leaves no room for compromise. From the opening seconds, “Extinguish All Existence” grips you by the throat and refuses to let go. The energy is electrifying, ferocious and utterly relentless. Each track hits like a calculated punch to the face, a combination of pure violence and surgical precision. The riffs are intricate yet crushing, shifting from technical flourishes to earth-shattering breakdowns with ease. The arrangements are complex, keeping the listener on edge, while the guttural vocals sound like they’re rising straight from the abyss. One of the album’s strongest assets is its rhythm section. The drumming is nothing short of phenomenal – fast, tight, and constantly shifting patterns to keep the chaos under control. Paired with a bass tone that adds depth and menace, the foundation of these songs feels solid. The production deserves praise too: clear enough to highlight the technical details, yet powerful and loud enough to crush everything in its path. What stands out most is the passion and intensity that Enragement injects into every note. This is not just brutal music for the sake of brutality – it’s carefully crafted and fueled by vision. Across its ten tracks, the album feels like a rollercoaster through a dark, misty ocean of riffs, rhythms and unrelenting aggression. “Extinguish All Existence” is for fans of extreme metal, an absolute must-hear. Whether you’re into technical death metal, slam or anything that pushes the boundaries of heaviness, this record delivers an immersive experience you won’t forget. Press play and prepare to be obliterated.
♦ 8/10
Dimitris Zacharopoulos
