Bestial Crust by Druidus: A Raw, Unrelenting Assault on the Senses
Alright, let’s talk about Bestial Crust by Druidus. Released back in 2013 under the Polish label Till You Fukkin Bleed (yeah, that’s a real name), this album is not for the faint of heart. If you’re into Death Metal and Black Metal with a side of raw fury, this one might just be your new jam—or at least something to blast when you need to clear a room.
First off, the vibe here is pure chaos—Poland clearly knows how to crank out some gnarly stuff. The production has that gritty, lo-fi edge that makes it feel like you’re listening to a live ritual deep in some forest where bad things happen. It’s messy, but intentionally so, and honestly? That’s what makes it work.
Now, onto the tracks. There are two songs I can’t get out of my head: “Call Upon The Fire God” and “Unholy Vengeance Of War.” Let’s break ‘em down.
“Call Upon The Fire God” kicks things off with this thunderous riff that feels like it’s summoning literal hellfire. The vocals are guttural growls layered over shrieks, creating this unholy choir vibe. It’s relentless, man. Every drum hit sounds like someone hammering nails into steel plates—it’s punishing, but in the best way possible. This track sticks because it sets the tone perfectly: primal, aggressive, and unapologetically evil.
Then there’s “Unholy Vengeance Of War,” which is actually a cover of Black Witchery. Covers can sometimes fall flat, but Druidus absolutely crushes this one. They take the original’s ferocity and amp it up even further, adding their own twist without losing the essence of the song. The pacing is insane; it never lets up, and the guitar solos sound like they were recorded during an exorcism. Like… how do fingers even move that fast?! Props to whoever did that.
The other tracks, like “Eclipsing The Lighted Path Of Christ” and “Exalting The Unholy Goat,” keep the energy high too. But those first couple of songs really set the bar. By the time you hit track three, you’re either fully committed or running for the hills—and both reactions are totally valid.
So yeah, Bestial Crust isn’t gonna win any Grammys, nor would Druidus probably care if it did. What it does offer is a no-frills, brutal-as-hell experience that fans of extreme metal will eat up. It’s ugly, loud, and proud of it. And honestly? Sometimes that’s exactly what you need.
Random thought while wrapping this up: If Druidus ever decided to tour, I’d legit pay good money to see them perform in a cave. No lighting rigs, no fancy stages—just them, their instruments, and maybe a sacrificial goat or two. Now THAT would be a show worth remembering.
