V/A Cave of Death - Volume 1 CD

Cave of Death - Volume 1 is a high-octane split release that brings together five rising forces in the underground Death Metal scene: Vile Apparition, Congealed Putrescence, Constant Torment, Horrifier, and Goredawn. Released as a collaborative effort to showcase the caveman style of death metal, this compilation focuses on low-tuned, sewer-drenched brutality and a raw, uncompromising production. Each band contributes a unique flavor of filth to the record. Vile Apparition and Congealed Putrescence deliver heavy, cavernous riffs reminiscent of the old-school Australian and American scenes, while Horrifier and Goredawn lean into a more aggressive, high-speed assault. Constant Torment bridges the gap with a blend of crushing grooves and suffocating atmosphere. The album serves as a perfect primer for anyone looking to discover the current state of underground death metal, specifically the subgenre often referred to as Caveman Battle Doom or Ominous Death Metal. This Volume 1 is an essential pickup for collectors of split CDs, as it captures a specific moment in the global extreme metal underground, highlighting bands that are currently pushing the boundaries of sonic rot.