AFFLICTION |
| This five song
EP from the Wisconsin natives-that's right-possesses a very riff-heavy
quality in an otherwise Hard-core style. Highly underproduced, and performed, we can assume in a very modest condition, Affliction strikes out with devastating effectiveness at the listener, first with a "Lethal Injection," then once they're in a semi-conscious, mind-altered state, pound at 'em with the "Sledgehammer" which is where we're left of, an unpleasant ringing still occurring between our ears. Affliction leaves a lot to be desired, but considering they're still green, this is a respectable recording. Combining elements of metal and hard-core, but more toward the hard-core style, without including the slowed down version of "Perfect," they've taken the first step and so goes with them any preconceived notion that Wisconsin natives can do little more than farm and brew beer! Released by FA-Q Records Review By Vinnie Apicella |