DEATHGEIST Procession of Souls CD

From the heart of the Brazilian metal scene, a territory synonymous with raw aggression, comes Deathgeist. Their 2022 release, Procession of Souls, delivered via Italy’s Punishment 18 Records, is a high-octane celebration of Thrash Metal in its purest and most frantic form. This CD is a mandatory acquisition for anyone who believes that thrash should be fast, sharp, and relentlessly rhythmic. The assault begins with The Greed's Inferno, immediately establishing a sound characterized by precision riffing and a vocal delivery that echoes the golden era of the Bay Area, yet injected with a distinct Brazilian ferocity. Deathgeist excels at maintaining a high velocity while weaving in technical flourishes; tracks like Morlocks and the infectious Living Dead Melody showcase a band that has mastered the art of the neck-snapping transition. The title track, Procession of Souls, serves as the album's centerpiece, a masterclass in shifting tempos and soaring lead guitar work. As the record moves through the dark, atmospheric layers of Nightmare's Chamber and the brief, high-speed blast of Far from Reality, the production remains crisp and powerful. The band dives into deeper, more technical territory with Depressive Thoughts before concluding the ritual with the final, haunting intensity of Fear. Throughout the album, the interplay between the drums and the razor-edged guitars creates a sonic wall that honors the legends of the 80s while sounding completely revitalized for the modern day. This CD is a mandatory acquisition for fans of Exodus, Heathen, Forbidden, and early Metallica. If you seek an album that combines the technical elegance of the progressive thrash school with the unbridled energy of the South American underground, Procession of Souls is an essential addition to your collection.