Symphonic Chaos Sterilising The Unworthy
Self released Demo 2002
By Russell Garwood
Symphonic Chaos are aptly named the twisted death metal compositions emanating from this Australian duo are symphonic, chaotic, technical and melodic. With such an eclectic sound the bands influences are diverse, including early At The Gates, Atheist, Meshuggah, Ephel Duath, classical and baroque to name a few. The two men behind Sterilising The Unworthy are Geoff Bailey (with whom you can read an unsigned spotlight here) and James McDonald. From the outset it is clear a lot of care has been paid to the complicated, blasting drums, while unmistakable chugging death metal guitars add a heavier element, and bewildering symphonics provide melody and complexity. The vocals are reasonably guttural death growls, while the bass is by no means prominent, but provides a reasonable low end.
Standout tracks include The Imbreeder [sic] for its reflective acoustic picking, the singularly odd time signatures of XXII Raped Virgins, and the catchy, compelling fury of Symphomaniac. Overall this is an impressively professional and remarkably well-produced demo which shows great potential. Symphonic Chaos are a talented pair with a bright future; the encumbrance they could face is the insanity of their music, and the fact this may prevent popular acceptance.
Self released Demo 2002
By Russell Garwood
Symphonic Chaos are aptly named the twisted death metal compositions emanating from this Australian duo are symphonic, chaotic, technical and melodic. With such an eclectic sound the bands influences are diverse, including early At The Gates, Atheist, Meshuggah, Ephel Duath, classical and baroque to name a few. The two men behind Sterilising The Unworthy are Geoff Bailey (with whom you can read an unsigned spotlight here) and James McDonald. From the outset it is clear a lot of care has been paid to the complicated, blasting drums, while unmistakable chugging death metal guitars add a heavier element, and bewildering symphonics provide melody and complexity. The vocals are reasonably guttural death growls, while the bass is by no means prominent, but provides a reasonable low end.
Standout tracks include The Imbreeder [sic] for its reflective acoustic picking, the singularly odd time signatures of XXII Raped Virgins, and the catchy, compelling fury of Symphomaniac. Overall this is an impressively professional and remarkably well-produced demo which shows great potential. Symphonic Chaos are a talented pair with a bright future; the encumbrance they could face is the insanity of their music, and the fact this may prevent popular acceptance.
