Catheter Dimension 303
Selfmadegod Records SMG019 November 1st, 2005
By Jason Jordan
And the other thing I like about Catheter is the no-nonsense attitude, which coats all of Dimension 303. Overall, this is the trios sophomore outing even though theyve got about ten splits lumbering about in the metal world. Still in spite of what theyve accomplished thus far Im convinced that Dimension 303 will serve as the primary introduction to this American band. Whether good or bad, this isnt anything that Napalm Death or Rotten Sound havent done before, but this full-length indicates that audiences have another promising grindcore act on their hands.
Honestly, the fact that Catheter (a name that makes me wince) are signed to Selfmadegod Records a company quickly amassing a bevy of noteworthy artists only lends credence to the former. I sincerely doubt that elucidation is needed here, because this is formulaic grind: brutal, fast, and short. The multi-faceted vocal approach not only intensifies the music, but it helps keep things interesting. Each member, in addition to his respective instrument, contributes to the vocal fray. However, I must touch upon Mardoness drumming because of its sheer tastefulness. Not only is H Murder able to compose intricate patterns when needed, but also hes content to stick with minimalism when the riffs deserve the attention. Brann Dailor (Mastodon): take note. Other numbers tend to be eviscerating, too, plus the bass is much more audible on this recording than on hundreds of others Ive come across. With eighteen songs to browse, Dimension 303 is not afraid to hit the thirty-five minute mark, which is a rarity as far as grind is concerned, and the sludginess such as in Waste Time increases their likeability marginally.
Though much of Catheters sound can be chalked up to the trailblazers of grindcore, theyre investigating something worthwhile here. The pure antagonistic grind, with hints of trashy sludge, is an interesting mixture, and fanatics of the subgenre may just do a double-take when Dimension 303 bleeds from the speakers. As of now, Catheter are the best that Selfmadegod Records has to offer, and thats saying something.
7.5/10
Official Catheter Website
Official Selfmadegod Records Website
Selfmadegod Records SMG019 November 1st, 2005
By Jason Jordan
And the other thing I like about Catheter is the no-nonsense attitude, which coats all of Dimension 303. Overall, this is the trios sophomore outing even though theyve got about ten splits lumbering about in the metal world. Still in spite of what theyve accomplished thus far Im convinced that Dimension 303 will serve as the primary introduction to this American band. Whether good or bad, this isnt anything that Napalm Death or Rotten Sound havent done before, but this full-length indicates that audiences have another promising grindcore act on their hands.
Honestly, the fact that Catheter (a name that makes me wince) are signed to Selfmadegod Records a company quickly amassing a bevy of noteworthy artists only lends credence to the former. I sincerely doubt that elucidation is needed here, because this is formulaic grind: brutal, fast, and short. The multi-faceted vocal approach not only intensifies the music, but it helps keep things interesting. Each member, in addition to his respective instrument, contributes to the vocal fray. However, I must touch upon Mardoness drumming because of its sheer tastefulness. Not only is H Murder able to compose intricate patterns when needed, but also hes content to stick with minimalism when the riffs deserve the attention. Brann Dailor (Mastodon): take note. Other numbers tend to be eviscerating, too, plus the bass is much more audible on this recording than on hundreds of others Ive come across. With eighteen songs to browse, Dimension 303 is not afraid to hit the thirty-five minute mark, which is a rarity as far as grind is concerned, and the sludginess such as in Waste Time increases their likeability marginally.
Though much of Catheters sound can be chalked up to the trailblazers of grindcore, theyre investigating something worthwhile here. The pure antagonistic grind, with hints of trashy sludge, is an interesting mixture, and fanatics of the subgenre may just do a double-take when Dimension 303 bleeds from the speakers. As of now, Catheter are the best that Selfmadegod Records has to offer, and thats saying something.
7.5/10
Official Catheter Website
Official Selfmadegod Records Website
