A Thrash/Metalcore band from Germany. On February 18th, 2022, the band released their debut studio album, I. Which includes seven sweet-gooey tracks, which would gratify any thrash, metalcore and groove fans.
Introduction:
The Black Goo, I: 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 I
Let’s start by discussing the first three sins of Black Goo and their album I.
The First Sin, The Strings/Keys: Features thick/(dense) heavy oozing sharp-thrash/groovy (progressive) riffage with a flow of rhythmic tempo changes, breakdowns/solos and an undertone of metalcore, heavy bass lines. The Second Sin, The Vocals: Involves powerful dark and aggressive vocals—simultaneously with a touch of Slayer’s Tom Araya within the vocal pipes-which also consists of various pitches, tones, and ranges! The Third Sin—The Percussions: Delves into the vast world of various drum strikes/fills and beats/tempos.
The Fourth Sin: Overall Discussion: Referred to as supreme metal, music that oozes through one’s speakers/headphones.
Immediately, as the listener presses that play button, one is welcomed to the opening piece, The Darkest Side Of Christ, which welcomes the listener with an introductory instrumental—the sound whistling through one’s speakers with a sound effect/spoken word audio clip and dark piano keys (something from an 80s horror film)
following suit with the second piece Devil’s Disease being the first song following the intro, opening and the remaining six pieces.
As soon as that second piece, Devil’s Disease hits the listener’s ears and speakers, the remaining six songs. The listener will find that The Black Goo is a bit different. Referred to their music as supreme metal. Where the music is not repetitive nor dull -neither overpowering, complex nor forcefulness with the influence/elements of various metal acts/genres (that are added) within the band’s musical spectrum.
As I’m listening to the music and inking this review, as mentioned above, each song has influence/elements of various metal acts/genres within the band’s musical spectrum. This is showcased with each piece—as further, the listener goes down the track listening -where each song (sweet and short—simultaneously, a lovely kiss of perfection) is different in identity sound, tempo, and atmosphere -not just adding thrash or metalcore. There are moments of death metal, groove, horror metal, etc. which can be found and heard within the gooey veins of the music.
At the same time, on the album, I welcome the listener with an oozing delight that drips through one’s speakers/headphones. Consists of well-executed and incredible/professional devilmanship that delivers and provides the listener’s ears with instrumental/vocal work artistry of showcasing a more orchestral unit, than a trio.
A musical/instrumental composition and production which is well executed with perfection. This includes the sound and atmosphere -where everything is crisp and clean -hearing that swift chord changes on the guitar, flowing patterns on the drums -the speedy change in the tempo, moods, and tones throughout each song — an instrumental/vocal work that dominates the musical environment with this full of-life, headbanging and energetic atmosphere.
The album comes to an end with the last song, Break On Through (To the Other Side). We want to give a shoutout to The Black Goo for letting us review their album, I. Now, we’re going to wrap it up by talking about the final three sins and concluding the review.
You’re Listening to “Break On Through”
PlayThe Last Three Sins
Let’s discuss the last three sins, our thoughts on Black Goo and their album, I.
The Fifth Sin, The Memorabilia: Is that for us, we found the band’s music and debut to be an entertaining release, full of life and enjoyable from pressing that play button — each song is alive and different! Looking forward to a second release!
The Sixth Sin, The Artwork:
The artwork is unique like the music — “what you see is unexpected within the music”, and the artwork represents this!
The Seventh Sin, Disrelish:
Nothing to disrelish within the musical spectrum of The Black Goo, and their album I.
This concludes the Black Goo, I review.
Track-Listing:
- The Darkest Side of Christ
- Devil’s Disease
- Mass Hysteria
- The Black Goo
- Hero Inn
- Welcome Our War
- Crime
- Break On Through (To the Other Side) The Doors Cover
The Black Goo is:
- Anatoli Aloha Monov – bass, vocals, piano
- Kriss Danger – guitar
- Kai Paulmann – drums
