Demo 2016 by Aguara: A Raw Death Metal Punch from Poland
Alright, let’s get into this. Demo 2016 by Aguara is one of those albums that doesn’t try to sugarcoat anything—it’s brutal, unfiltered, and straight-up in your face. Released back in 2016, this Polish death metal gem feels like it crawled out of some dark basement where the band probably spent hours headbanging alone. Self-released under "Not On Label," it’s got that DIY grittiness that makes you appreciate how real this thing is.
Now, I’m not gonna lie, when I first hit play, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But damn, did it grab me. Let’s talk about two tracks that stuck with me because they’re just so freaking memorable for different reasons.
First up, “Agony After Death.” Man, this track hits hard right outta the gate. The riffs are nasty—like, gnarly enough to make your ears bleed if you crank the volume too high (which, obviously, you should). It’s got this relentless energy, like a freight train barreling toward you at full speed. And the vocals? Holy crap, they sound like someone screaming their soul out while being dragged through hell. Honestly, it’s exhausting but in the best way possible. You feel every ounce of pain and anger packed into those lyrics. By the time it ends, you’re left gasping for air, kinda wondering what just happened—but loving it.
Then there’s “Broken Chains,” which takes things down a notch—but only slightly. This one’s slower, heavier, almost sludgy compared to “Agony After Death.” There’s something hypnotic about the way the guitars churn along, building tension until it explodes into chaos again. It’s the kind of song that makes you wanna punch walls or smash stuff—not because you’re mad, but because it channels all that pent-up frustration we don’t even realize we have. When the breakdown hits around halfway through, oh man, it’s like getting hit by a truck made entirely of steel and spite. Unreal.
As for “Ingrate Children,” well, it’s solid, but these other two tracks overshadowed it for me. Still killer though, no doubt.
Here’s the thing about Demo 2016: it’s rough around the edges, sure, but that’s exactly why it works. It doesn’t care about polish or perfection; it just wants to rip your face off and leave you breathless. Listening to it feels like eavesdropping on a band pouring their guts out without giving a damn whether anyone’s listening. And honestly? That’s rare these days.
Final thought: If you’re looking for shiny production or radio-friendly hooks, keep walking. But if you want raw, visceral death metal that’ll leave you feeling like you’ve been run over by a tank… Demo 2016 might just be your new favorite thing. Weirdly enough, after blasting it twice, I found myself craving pancakes. Go figure.
