Year : 2021
Style : Thrash Metal
Country : Czech Republic
Audio : 320 kbps + all scans
Size : 66 mb
Bio:
The band was formed in 2005 with the name Deathmarch. Founding members were: guitar - Tomas Skorepa, bass - Jan Erben, drums - Jakub Vaclav. In 2006, Josef Valkoun joins the band – guitar, and the band changes its name to Exorcizphobia. In the upcoming season, the band is performing in the clubs alongside the czech legends like Debustrol, V.A.R. or Tortharry. In 2009 the band has issued live record "Remains Of Early Years." in the DIY spirit. At the end of 2009 they have released their debut EP "Inside Disease." In the following year the band has appeared alongside Drömdead, Bonded By Blood, Lazarus AD, Torture Squad, Short Sharp Shock and speed core legend Wehrmacht. The Band has got the first experience with large festivals at the Open Air Music Festival in 2010. It´s definitely worth to mention that Tomas Skorepa has had a chance to perform as a lead guitarist with the band D.R.I. at Obscene Extreme 2010. A t the end of 2011 Exorcizphobia recording LP "Something Is Wrong ", which will be released early this year 2012. The drummer Jakub Vaclav leaves the band after six years and Martin Šotola comes to replace him like a new drumer from band P.L.H.
Album:
One of the highlights of 2020 when it comes to thrash metal was delivered by Czech fanatics Exorcizphobia. Their third full length “Digitotality” is a buzzing example of energetic music that honors the past while not sacrificing the possibilities of modern times when it comes to sound engineering. Hot on the heels of this fantastic record the four gentlemen have dropped a new EP in 2021 titled “Friend of Lunacy”. With over 27 minutes of running time there is quite a bit meat to pick from the bones - although it has to be said a closer look reveals we got one alternative version of the title track, one cover and two short interludes so essentially we are talking about four new songs so let’s take a quick look at those.In the end Exorcizphobia continue where they left off so fans of their previous album will not be disappointed. They have kept their style of traditional bay area thrash enhanced by a few crossover sections and some slightly more technical patterns. Opener “Inner Strength” really sets the band afire via a brief hit of technical riffing to start before unleashing a set of riffs that best illustrate what made thrash metal so popular in the 80s/90s in the first place. Most chord progressions follow the traditional formula, but Exorcizphobia have added a few extra turns and sequences that leads to their music sounding just a bit fresher than the offerings of most of their peers. The chorus parts and main harmonies are absolutely catchy though and will satisfy each fan of the genre.On “Stuck between Realities” for example there is even a distinct feel of a classic NWOBHM song, presenting harmonies subtly reminiscent of early Iron Maiden, along with a touch of Judas Priest in the mix. Other parts show some kind of early Annihilator influence, with that raw, razor sharp riffing always hitting with power and enthusiasm. Reducing Exorcizphobia to some kind of copy cates by dropping names of more famous bands is a bit unfair though, as their songwriting skills are really great and they are able to put their own DNA into their music with ease.Special shout-outs need to go to the two guitarists who keep churning out quality chords while sometimes adding a few unexpected flourishes and textures to their playing. The rhythm section are doing their best to keep the groove, making sure that each song has a rock solid basis. Tomás, one of the guitar players, is also doing the vocals and he is delivering in great fashion. His voice is pretty clean yet powerful, reminding a tad of US power metal singers. I really appreciate this approach as it is another detail separating Exocizphobia from the pack. All in all “Friend of Lunacy” might not have the same impact as “Digitotality” in its entirety on me, but it is another proof of the band’s talent and a nice way to make the gap to the next album feel a bit shorter.
Line Up:
Tomáš Skořepa - Guitars, Vocals (2005-present) - See also: Final Flag, ex-E-Force (live)
Ondřej Šíma - Guitars (2014-present) - See also: Final Flag, ex-Kron
Aleš Kostka - Bass (2018-present) - See also: Final Flag
Tomáš Kejkrt - Drums (2019-present) - See also: Okult, Pit Full Death
Tracklist:
01. Inner Strength 05:56
02. Take It Easy 00:42
03. Stuck Between Realities 04:11
04. Friend of Lunacy 03:26
05. Mentally Divergent 00:44
06. The Reckoning 05:29
07. Missing Rebellion (Malignant Tumour cover) 03:13
08. Friend of Lunacy (alternative version) 03:39
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