Artist
Immortal Disfigurement
Release Date
October 17, 2025
Label
Seek & Strike
Type
EPHell Is Right In Front Of Us
Hell Is right In front of us is a crushing, cinematic journey that really cements the band’s evolution and shows just how far they’ve pushed their sound. From the very first note, it’s obvious that this isn’t just another brutal deathcore release, it’s a carefully constructed assault that blends technical proficiency, orchestral drama, and raw emotional intensity in a way that feels both terrifying and exhilarating. The production is massive but incredibly clear, giving room for every element to shine while keeping the overall impact bone crushing. The guitars hit with a sinister weight, moving seamlessly between technical riffs that twist and coil like steel wires, punishing breakdowns that feel like the floor collapsing beneath you, and melodic flourishes that give the chaos a sense of purpose. The orchestral elements are no longer just background texture; they’re woven into the very fabric of the music, adding tension and grandeur that elevate each track into something almost cinematic, like a horror epic scored by a band that refuses to compromise on heaviness.
Vocally, the EP is relentless but controlled. The guttural lows are punishing, cavernous and visceral, while the piercing highs cut through the dense instrumentation like knives, creating a dynamic contrast that keeps you on edge. Every growl, scream, and shriek feels intentional, as if the vocals themselves are part of the orchestral narrative, adding layers of menace and intensity. The rhythm section locks in tightly, with drums that are both precise and unpredictable, capable of guiding the listener through frantic technical passages, punishing grooves, and sudden tempo shifts without ever feeling disjointed. Bass lines rumble beneath it all, adding depth and heft that reinforces the sense of impending doom.
One of the EP’s greatest strengths is its pacing and dynamic range. It never stays in one lane, one moment, you’re buried under a storm of crushing riffs and blast beats, the next, the music pulls back into a tense, eerie atmosphere where the orchestral elements breathe and create a sense of dread that’s almost suffocating. This push and pull gives the EP a feeling of movement, like it’s alive and breathing, and makes the heavy moments hit even harder. Tracks feel like mini journeys, some assault the senses relentlessly, others linger with melancholy or subtle melodic passages, and the transitions between them feel seamless, like a story unfolding rather than just a series of brutal songs.
Lyrically and thematically, the EP dives deep into despair, corruption, power, and decay, creating a sense of existential horror that matches the intensity of the music. There’s a real emotional resonance behind the aggression, the brutality isn’t empty or gratuitous, it’s part of the narrative. The atmosphere the band builds is oppressive yet captivating, pulling the listener in and holding them there with a combination of technical skill, thematic weight, and sheer ferocity. By the end, it’s clear that this EP is more than just a statement of technical ability, it’s a manifesto of intent, showing that Immortal Disfigurement aren’t content to follow trends but are carving their own path through extreme music.
This release solidifies their identity as a band that can marry chaos with precision, brutality with beauty, and technicality with emotion. Every element feels purposeful, every note and growl calculated to make an impact, and yet it still feels alive and raw in a way that keeps it from feeling clinical. It’s punishing, dramatic, and absolutely immersive, leaving the listener both exhausted and exhilarated, craving more even after the final track ends. Immortal Disfigurement have taken everything that made them stand out before and amplified it, delivering an EP that not only satisfies but demands repeated listens, each one revealing new layers of complexity, menace, and artistry. By the time it finishes, there’s no doubt that this band is operating at the top of its game, and that whatever comes next will be impossible to ignore.