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Album Review: ROTTEN SOUND – Species At War (EP)

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I was a big fan of Rotten Sound's 2011 LP, Cursed, so I approached this new EP with high expectations, all of which were gloriously met and exceeded by this vicious surge of grindcore madness. For those who don't know, Rotten Sound have actually been around since 1993 and put out their debut album, Under Pressure, back in 1997. But despite their 20-year track record (…or should I say land-speed record?) they tend to be mentioned less than many of their veteran peers. With any luck however, this year's Species At War and their slot on Maryland Death Fest (can't wait!) will help change that. (more…)