Alec Empire
Kiss Of Death
( 23/05/2005 Digital Hardcore Recrodings)
Opening instrumentals on the title track from the Berlin rock bruiser sound like a raw Feeder in a butcher’s shop, before exploding into a Fu Manchu and Black Flag free for all, as Alec’s coarse and
captivating vocals kick in. This number plucked from their ‘Futurist’ album, is a teasing and cathartic blast about inner strength and defiance.
Also prevalent on this offering are three strong supporting tracks inclusive of the roaring ‘Night of Violence’ that tears through the post rock boundaries to touch metal territory. Alec’s
vociferous
proclamations along with a rustic, raw and frenetic accompaniment give him veracity and boldness and most importantly, the ability to stick around in a bloated music market.