This young Italian band offer some death metal, but you must have guessed it by looking at the logo and the coverart, which is totally inspired by Dan Seagrave. If you are looking for something new, then you will not find it here. If you don't care about new, then be my guest and read on.

Driving, in vein of Kataklysm, death metal, with a lot of recycled morbid 'n' eerie riffage from the ancient masters of death (mainly from the North America), is what Kadavar are about. Blasting death metal meets more melodic parts as well as some epic parts. Okay, there's a hint of thrash metal, especially on 'Global Collapse', but you must've guessed it by reading the song title anyways. I like the fortitude with what these young fellas can throw their stuff on listeners' faces. They clearly love what they do. The ripping, murderous guitar sound with audible finger movement is adorable, backed by pounding, but a bit too clinical drums and a tad quiet bass. Some synths appear here and there, as atmospheric mat or eerie choir style, and do indeed lift the ambiance. The compositions are somewhat unchanging, but the band can throw enough stuff that should keep listeners happy. If you like the style, that is. The vocals are good, one voice being Jeff Walker style throat rattle and the other low guttural growl à la Intestine Baalism (at least on their 'An Anatomy of the Beast' album). Good work, but the lyrics suck, mostly because of being incomprehensible or just worthless babble.

Kadavar lack of individuality, but are filled with energy. They can play, as well as build up good enough songs. They go into-the-point, even though they take very familiar paths to get there. A listenable album for sure, but is that enough for you? Anyway, Kadavar offer some real headbanging pleasure here!

Rating: 7+ (out of 10) ratings explained

Reviewed by Lane
07/16/2009 19:21