Krypt’s latest EP, Great Spawn of the Worms of the Earth, marks a scorching addition to the crossover thrash genre and further establishes the band’s reputation for unrelenting aggression and complex metalcraft. The EP embodies a steady force of nature that channels themes of societal decay, corruption, and internal struggle into a blistering sonic experience.
From the moment the EP kicks off, Krypt unleashes a wave of ferocious riffs and punishing rhythms. Julian Chew’s dynamic lead guitar and vocal prowess meld seamlessly with Tim Fauls’s shredding, creating a dual-guitar assault that pays homage to the old-school Bay Area thrash while injecting a modern edge. Adam Dickerson’s drumming and Brandon Carpenter’s bass work form a sturdy foundation, driving the EP’s relentless pace and enhancing its raw energy.
Helmed by Tom Tapley at West End Sound and mastered by Matthew Carmichael, the production is both polished and feral and captures the band’s raw intensity without sacrificing clarity. Each track is a carefully crafted assault on the senses, blending blackened and death metal influences with crossover thrash’s signature speed and ferocity. The EP’s thematic focus on societal and personal turmoil is articulated through blistering riffs and unyielding rhythms, which echo the aggressive spirit of bands like Exodus and Terror while carving out Krypt’s unique niche.
Despite the tragic loss of their original bassist, the infusion of Brandon Carpenter into the lineup has only invigorated the band’s sound, adding a fresh surge of energy and depth. This EP stands as a testament to Krypt’s resilience and evolution, serving as a rallying cry for those disillusioned by societal decay and personal betrayal.
Krypt proves once again that they are a formidable force in the metal scene, with every riff and beat underscoring their unyielding spirit. Great Spawn of the Worms of the Earth is a manifesto of defiance and a call to arms and an unmissable display of raw power and uncompromising intensity.
MUST LISTEN TRACKS: “Incinerate Eviscerate” “Unrelenting”
