"Slaves & Snakes" by the French blackened deathcore band Nuisible is a fierce sonic assault that draws inspiration from legends like Darkthrone, Entombed, Kreator, and even Discharge. Opening with an eerie hum reminiscent of Stanley Kubrick's "The Shining," "Slaves & Snakes" delivers a raw intensity akin to the early days of Mayhem's "Deathcrush," featuring brutal riffs and a drumming style that emphasizes every impactful moment. This album is far from subtle; it’s a cathartic experience that hits hard. The opening tracks, "Slaves…, And Snakes" and "Evil Still," maintain a cohesive concept leading into the interlude, after which the band ventures beyond the confines of deathcore, exploring unconventional territories that echo the likes of Greece's Natvre, Noise Trail Immersion, Converge, and King Apathy. Nuisible is not here to play games; they aim to deliver an overwhelming experience, convincingly embodying a nihilistic attitude that pays homage to the pioneers of black metal while infusing a heavy and unsettling deathcore/metalcore sound.
