LIK

2nd album from 2018 by this Swedish Death Metal band. Featuring members of BLOODBATH and KATATONIA, including vocalist and guitarist Tomas Åkvik and bassist Niklas Sandin, LIK built upon the strong impression left by its debut with "Carnage", further embracing the classic Swedish Death Metal sound of the early nineties. Rather than simply recreating familiar formulas, the band combines the aggression and unmistakable Stockholm sound with a powerful production and confident songwriting that preserves the true old-school spirit.

The songs stand out for their crushing riffs, relentless intensity and an excellent balance of heaviness, darkness and melody. Instead of merely paying tribute to the pioneers of the genre, LIK injects genuine personality into an album that represents a significant step forward from its debut and firmly establishes the band among the leading names of the Swedish Death Metal revival.

Recommended for fans of: ENTOMBED, DISMEMBER, NIHILIST, GRAVE, ENTRAILS.