DEAD METAL

FaithXtractor is a death metal band from Ohio. Here we have their debut full-length, originally released by Aphotic Records in 2007. Morbid Records went on to reissue it on cassette in 2017; then 2018 saw a CD reissue from Reaper/Redefining Darkness, and a vinyl pressing from Reaper/Redefining Darkness/Austenitized. The CD features four bonus tracks - the band's contributions to a 2007 split with Crucified Mortals on Hells Headbangers. Thrashy death metal with hints of Deicide  and  Monstrosity , amongst others. Also one for fans of the first  Macabra  album. Catchy riffs, excellent lead guitar work, strong vocals... it's a highly enjoyable listen. You can preview Razing The World Of Myth below, and buy it here .

These guys hail from Ohio, and have been active since 2011. We Of Scorn is their second full-length, brought to us by Hell's Headbangers. Shed The Skin shares members with  FaithXtractor , Incantation,  and an array of other bands . Their 'sound' is probably best-described as hook-laden death metal, with thrash elements and perhaps some black metal influences where the vocals are concerned. If that sounds like your cup of tea, then picking up a copy of this album is highly recommended. ...not least because Hell's Headbangers are currently selling CD copies for $1! This sophomore effort can be previewed below, and purchased  here .