Darkness by Code Crime: A Brutal Sonic Assault That Sticks With You
Alright, let’s get straight to it. Darkness by Code Crime isn’t just another album—it’s a relentless kick to the gut that refuses to let up. Released in 2019 under Germany’s Massive Dynamic Records, this hardstyle beast is everything you’d expect from a country known for its industrial grit and electronic mastery. If you’re into Electronic and Techno with that raw Hardstyle edge, buckle up because this one hits like a freight train.
First off, the title track “Darkness” is an absolute monster. It grabs you by the throat and doesn’t waste time messing around. The basslines are so damn heavy they feel like they’re tearing through your speakers (or headphones, if that's how you roll). What sticks out? The build-ups—they’re maddeningly tense, like waiting for something explosive to happen, and when the drop finally comes, it’s pure chaos. Not overly polished or clean-cut; instead, it’s dirty, raw, and real—just how we like it. You can tell Code Crime wasn’t trying to make friends here—they were out for blood.
Another standout is “Eclipse,” which slams harder than most tracks I’ve heard all year. This one has these eerie synths creeping in alongside pounding kicks that just don’t quit. It’s got this hypnotic vibe but also feels dangerous, like walking into some abandoned warehouse rave where everyone’s losing their minds. There’s no chill moments, no breathing room—it’s relentless energy packed into five minutes of pure audio violence. And yeah, maybe there’s a tiny bit of distortion here and there, but honestly? That just adds to the charm. Feels alive, not manufactured.
Code Crime knows exactly what they’re doing with this album. They didn’t hold back on anything—not the aggression, not the intensity, not even the pacing. Every track pounds at you until you either surrender or start headbanging uncontrollably. But hey, isn’t that what Hardstyle is supposed to do?
Here’s the thing though—when the last beat fades away, you’re left thinking… why does this feel so damn cathartic? Maybe it’s because life itself often feels like a chaotic mess, and albums like Darkness remind us it’s okay to embrace the storm instead of running from it. Or maybe I’m overthinking it and should just turn it up louder next time.
Either way, Code Crime nailed it. Fucked-up perfection. Go listen to it—but don’t say I didn’t warn ya.
