Medeia - Cult

Medeia - Cult

2008 / Death Metal, Progressive Metal, Metalcore

Medeia is one of those bands that likes to have a good time and doesn't take themselves too seriously. However, one thing they DO take seriously is making music, and they do a fucking excellent job at it. Medeia's sophomore album "Cult" is a fast, aggressive, and energetic piece of work. Their signature sound incorporates a multitude of musical influences, making it difficult to brand them any one genre. The best generalization I can provide is to call it the bastard child of metalcore and death. The guitar riffs are fast and groovy, with a lot of chugging as well as impressive shred licks and break downs. The drum work, while not particularly technical, perfectly fits the flow of each song, giving the album as a whole a solid backbone. And lastly, the vocals. Vocalist Keijo Niinimaa from the prominent grindcore band "Rotten Sound" pulls the whole operation together. One of the most energetic vocalists I've seen, his distinct style suites the music's aggression flawlessly. Check this album out if you like Medeia, Rotten Sound, or death metal.

Favorite Song: Devouring