MORTEM The Devil Speaks in Tongues CD

From the depths of the Peruvian underground comes one of the most savage and respected forces in South American history. Originally unleashed in 1998 and brought back to life in this essential 2020 reissue by the legendary Merciless Records, The Devil Speaks in Tongues is a landmark of Death Metal that remains as terrifying today as it was over two decades ago. Mortem defines the true spirit of the genre: dark, blasphemous, and relentlessly aggressive. The ritual opens with the ominous Fiat Obscuritas, immediately plunging the listener into a soundscape of chaotic solos and crushing riffs. Mortem excels at a specific style of blackened death metal that prioritizes ancient atmosphere over modern polish; tracks like Demons Haunt Loudun and the cult favorite Uma, Head of the Witch showcase a band that draws inspiration from the primal energy of the 80s while forging their own sinister path. The title track, Devil Speaks in Tongues, stands as a testament to their ability to create infectious, high-speed violence. As the record moves through the visceral energy of Mutilation Rites and the haunting structures of Posthumous Magic, the production remains authentically raw, capturing the sheer power of the South American school. This reissue also honors the band’s roots with a blistering cover of Turn in Your Grave (originally by Sacrifice), alongside relentless anthems like Zombie Plague, Sucubus, and the ferocity of Lycanthropes (Howling Death). The journey concludes with the atmospheric brutality of Moon of Cannibalism. This CD is a mandatory acquisition for fans of Possessed, Slayer, Morbid Angel, and Sarcófago. If you seek an album that embodies the raw, unholy, and technical spirit of the golden age of death metal, The Devil Speaks in Tongues is a foundational piece for any serious collection.