Rehearsal 91 by Cadaver Corpse: A Raw Grindcore Gem from Germany
Released in 1991, Rehearsal 91 is a relentless grindcore assault that captures the raw energy and DIY ethos of early '90s underground music. Hailing from Germany, Cadaver Corpse self-released this album under their own label, giving it an unfiltered, straight-from-the-garage vibe. With its chaotic mix of guttural vocals, pummeling drums, and bass lines that sound like they’re trying to escape the speakers, this record isn’t for the faint-hearted—but if you’re into extreme noise, it’s a wild ride.
The trio behind the madness—Bass by Abominoc, Drums by Milos, and Vocals courtesy of Toxic Knoom—deliver a performance that feels more like a sonic riot than a polished studio effort. And honestly, that’s what makes it so damn memorable. This ain’t about perfection; it’s about unleashing pure chaos.
Standout Tracks That Stick
One track that really stuck with me was "Kill The Nazi Pigs." It's short, brutal, and gets straight to the point—both lyrically and musically. The song explodes with a ferocious drumbeat that sounds like machine-gun fire, while Toxic Knoom’s vocals are downright venomous. There’s no time for subtlety here—it’s two minutes of pure rage against fascism, and it hits harder than most political songs twice its length. You can almost picture the mosh pit forming as soon as those first few notes blast out of the speakers.
Another standout is "Brutal Blöckel Mosh’s." If there’s one thing Cadaver Corpse knows how to do, it’s create tracks that make your head spin (literally). This one’s a whirlwind of distorted riffs, relentless blast beats, and some of the nastiest growls you’ll hear outside of a slaughterhouse. What makes it unforgettable is how absurdly over-the-top it gets without ever losing momentum. By the end, you’re left wondering how something so chaotic can still feel cohesive. Spoiler alert: It just works.
Why It Matters
Sure, Rehearsal 91 might not have the production quality of bigger names in the grindcore scene, but that’s exactly why it stands out. It’s messy, aggressive, and completely unapologetic—a snapshot of a band doing whatever the hell they wanted without worrying about trends or commercial appeal. Songs like “Oberbrutalnoisegekloppe” and “You Suffer” double down on the insanity, proving these guys weren’t kidding around when they decided to go full throttle.
What’s fascinating is how this album somehow manages to balance humor and horror. Tracks like “Anal Lust” and “Shit The Meats” lean into the grotesque absurdity that defines much of grindcore, but instead of feeling forced, it all comes across as genuine fun. Like, yeah, we’re laughing at the ridiculousness, but we’re also banging our heads till our necks hurt.
Final Thoughts
Listening to Rehearsal 91 feels like stepping into a time machine back to the early days of grindcore, where bands were more concerned with making noise than making money. Cadaver Corpse may not be household names, but their debut effort proves they had the chops—and the audacity—to leave a mark.
Oh, and here’s the kicker: despite being nearly impossible to find physically nowadays, this album has developed a cult following online. So if you stumble across it, consider yourself lucky. Or maybe cursed. Either way, crank it up and embrace the madness.
