Orecus unleashes a sonic onslaught with their sophomore album, Dreadnought, a relentless barrage of modern death metal that pushes the boundaries of brutality and innovation. Following up on their debut, The Obliterationist, the band dives deeper into chaotic, dissonant, and melancholic territories while maintaining their signature blend of aggression and clever songwriting.
With Dreadnought, Orecus solidifies their position in the modern death metal scene, showcasing their evolution since their re-launch in 2020. The album is a testament to their dedication to the genre, offering ten tracks of uncompromising intensity that leave listeners breathless.
One of the highlights of Dreadnought are the guest vocal appearances that feature Björn Strid of Soilwork on “Pacifist”, Kevin McCaughey of Ion Dissonance on “Fuming”, Joe McGlynn of Man Must Die on “Harm”, and Filip Danielsson of Humanity’s Last Breath on “Stronghold”. Each guest brings their unique style and energy to the album, adding layers of depth and diversity to Orecus‘ sound.
Additionally, guitarist Peter Wichers, formerly of Soilwork, contributes a blistering guitar solo that adds another dimension to the track “Dark Matter”. From start to finish, Dreadnought is a relentless assault on the senses, with each track delivering bone-crushing riffs, thunderous drumming, and guttural vocals that leave a lasting mark on the ears.
Proving their prowess as masters of their craft, Orecus seamlessly blends elements of modern death metal with hints of chaos and melancholy. Dreadnought is a tour de force of modern death metal, solidifying Orecus’ place as one of the genre’s formidable acts.
