Oriax is a Thrash Metal band hailing from Ukraine. Established in 2022, the band made significant strides in their musical journey, culminating in the release of their independent EP titled “Reaper of Death” on August 24, 2024, just two years after their formation.
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Oriax, Reaper of Death Review: This review will evaluate every aspect of the album, from its intricate musical composition to its production. Our analysis will provide valuable insights to help you determine if this album is worth adding to your collection.
The First Three Sins of Reaper of Death
Let’s start by discussing the first three sins of Oriax and their album, Reaper of Death
The First Sin, The Strings/Keys: Features twin guitar prowess, that unleashes a torrent of rapid, aggressive riffs and intricate solos, encapsulating the unfiltered energy and fervour of their sound. The bass establishing a robust foundation that enriches the band’s overall sonic tapestry. The Second Sin, The Vocals: Delivering raw and commanding vocals that resonate with the same intensity as the rapid-fire riffs and thunderous drumming… The Third Sin—The Percussions: Drumming is fast, with aggressive beats and intricate patterns, infusing the tracks with an electrifying intensity.
The Fourth Sin: Overall Discussion:
Music that embodies this raw, devilish charm, capturing the essence of a bygone era while infusing it with a contemporary edge
The moment the listener hits the play button, they are welcomed by the immersive soundscape of the opening track, Into the Madness. This is quickly followed by the second track, Mental Patient, along with the final two pieces that plunge the listener into a whirlwind of intense themes encompassing violence, betrayal, obsession, and fear.
Oriax‘s Reaper of Death delivers twelve relentless minutes of unadulterated chaos, a visceral onslaught of thrash metal that leaves you breathless. This fierce journey unfolds over three tracks, each one a time capsule that transports you straight to the gritty underground aura of eighties extreme metal. At the same time, Oriax‘s soundscape evokes this fierce energy reminiscent of early Slayer‘s aggression, intertwined with the primal spirit of Venom and perhaps a touch of Possessed and may some Hellhammer, and early Celtic Frost.
Oriax captivates the listener’s soul with a tantalizing blend of fruit of art devilmanship, crafting an instrumental landscape that resonates deeply. The twin guitar prowess of Vova and Andriy unleashes a torrent of rapid, aggressive riffs and intricate solos, encapsulating the unfiltered energy and fervour of their sound. Their seamless fusion of speed and precision creates an unyielding sonic barrage that propels the music forward, leaving an indelible mark on the listener.
Over on bass, Daniel anchors the ensemble with a combination of precision and velocity, establishing a robust foundation that enriches the band’s overall sonic tapestry. Meanwhile, Taras drives the music with his fast, aggressive beats and intricate patterns, infusing the tracks with an electrifying intensity. The relentless backdrop he creates perfectly complements the rapid and aggressive guitar work, and pulsating bass lines. Adding to this powerful mix, Vova takes on vocal duties, delivering raw and commanding vocals that resonate with the same intensity as the rapid-fire riffs and thunderous drumming, creating an unforgettable listener experience.
While the devilmanship and their composition -both instrumental and music are a forbidden fruit of art. What enhances this experience is the production quality, making it feel as though the album, was birthed in that vibrant time of the eighties. This fruit of art attention to sound amplifies the overall mood and enriches the atmosphere, allowing the rawness of the music to shine through. Each note reverberates with a sense of authenticity, transporting listeners back to a time when metal was both a rebellion and a celebration of unrestrained energy.
If you have a passion for thrash metal, you may be drawn to their intense and unrefined sound.
The album concludes with the final track, Absolute Despair, we want to give a shoutout to Oriax for letting us review their album Reaper of Death. Now, we are going to conclude the review by talking about the final three sins and concluding the review.
The Last Three Sins
Let’s discuss the last three sins of Oriax and their album, Reaper of Death
The Fifth Sin, The Memorabilia:
Oriax and their EP, Reaper of Death, transported me back to the vibrant sounds of the extreme days of the eighties. The experience was a delightful blend of nostalgia and innovation, where every element—from the striking artwork to the intricate devilmanship—came together to create a powerful auditory journey. The composition, both in terms of instrumentation and music, resonated deeply, offering listeners a taste of an extreme and tantalizing artistic expression.
Oriax has delivered a fruit of art — crafted release, pays homage to the past and pushes the boundaries of creativity.
The Sixth Sin, The Artwork:
The artwork is a fruit of art, mindful of the music that transports one back to the eights, reflecting a similar aesthetic.
The Seventh Sin, Disrelish:
Nothing to disrelish within the musical spectrum of Oriax and their album, Reaper of Death. Therefore, this concludes Oriax and their album, Reaper of Death review.
Members
Andriy Bilak: guitars
Vova Balazhynets: guitars, vocals
Daniel Karshai: bass
Vasya Khymynets: drums
Track-Listing
01. Into the Madness
02. Mental Patient
03. Obsession
04. Absolute Despair
