Krömosom - Krömosom 染色体をやっちまえ

Review by Manish Kochar

Krömosom’s “染色体をやっちまえ” (Chromosome Yatchimae): A Raw Punk Masterpiece from Japan Alright, let me just say this upfront—Krömosom’s “染色体をやっちまえ” is the kind of album that grabs you by the collar and doesn’t let go. Released in 2011 under the Freedom Fighter label, this Japanese punk-hardcore gem hits hard with its unapologetic energy and raw production. It’s not trying to be perfect—it’s trying to be real. And damn, does it succeed. The band blends punk grit with hardcore aggression, creating something that feels both chaotic and controlled. Tracks like Living Dead and Force-Fed Lies stick out for me because they’re relentless but also have these little hooks that worm their way into your brain. Like, I couldn’t stop humming the opening riff of Living Dead for days after hearing it. The song barrels forward like a runaway train, all fast-paced drums and screeching guitars, while the vocals scream about being stuck between life and death. It’s messy, intense, and oddly cathartic—like screaming into a pillow when life gets too heavy. Then there’s Force-Fed Lies. Oh man, this one’s a punch in the gut. The lyrics hit on themes of manipulation and control, delivered with so much venom you can practically feel the frustration radiating off the track. What makes it memorable though is how tight the instrumentation is. Every note feels intentional, every beat lands like a hammer. You can tell the recording team—Brent Punshon on recording duties, Yeap handling mixing, and Harry Williamson mastering the chaos—knew exactly what they were doing. They didn’t clean up the sound too much; instead, they let the dirt and grime stay, which gives the whole thing an authentic edge. The artwork by Minami deserves a shoutout too. It’s got this gritty, almost DIY vibe that matches the music perfectly. Think torn posters and spray-painted rebellion—it sets the tone before you even press play. Other tracks like Sentenced To Life and Swine Control keep the momentum going, each bringing their own flavor of rage and defiance. But honestly? This isn’t an album you listen to for individual songs—it’s more of a full experience. By the time Wasted Life wraps things up, you’re left feeling like you’ve been through some sort of emotional wringer. In the best way possible. Here’s the thing: albums like “染色体をやっちまえ” remind me why I fell in love with punk and hardcore in the first place. There’s no pretense here, no overthinking—it’s just pure, unfiltered emotion cranked up to eleven. Plus, coming from Japan—a country known more for J-pop and idol groups than hardcore punk—it feels kinda rebellious in itself. Like finding a secret club where everyone speaks a different language but still understands each other perfectly. So yeah, if you’re looking for polished perfection, this ain’t it. But if you want something that’ll make your heart race and your fists clench, give Krömosom a shot. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself headbanging in your car at red lights. Oh, and random thought: listening to this album makes me wonder what would happen if Krömosom played a gig inside a mosh pit instead of on stage. Would anyone even notice?

Artist: Krömosom
Album: Krömosom 染色体をやっちまえ

Japan

Rock

2011

Rating: 4.5

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Wasted Life
Sentenced To Life
Hysteria
Systematic Death
Live Forever
Swine Control
Living Dead
Force-Fed Lies

Video

Kromosom - 8 tracks. (FULL EP)

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Catalog Numbers

FF-008

Labels

Freedom Fighter

Listen online

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ouvir online
online luisteren
online anhören
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ascolta in linea
kuunnella verkossa
escuchar en línea
lytte på nettet

Formats

Vinyl
12"
45 RPM
EP
Limited Edition
Gold

Companies

Role	Company
Pressed By	Rainbo Records

Credits

Role	Credit
Artwork By	Minami
Mastered By	Harry Williamson
Mixed By	Yeap
Recorded By	Brent Punshon

Notes

Released on 4 continents by 4 labels
This records sales only in Japan
Limited Japanese tour edition with additional cover on gold vinyl
Limited edition of 250 copies with Obi strip and Flyer (This)

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Matrix / Runout (Side A): HCV007 DTAKT034 HC1245 FF-007 A S-76474
Matrix / Runout (Side B): HCV007 DTAKT034 HC1245 FF-007 B S-76475

About Krömosom

Raw Hardcore Punk band from Melbourne, Australia. Active from 2010 until 2016. Underwent extensive personnel changes through the course of their history, particularly in the early days. This is most evident on the demo cassette, when Matt Doom was the singer and some of the lyrics were in Finnish. The most stable iteration of the band operated between 2011 until 2014 listed here as Mark V. Members were involved in multiple projects prior, during and following their eventual demise. Mark I Line Up (2010) Formation & Rehearsals: Yeap Heng Shen - Guitar Matt Doom - Bass Kirk Scotcher - Drums Luke Leprosy - Vocals Mark II Line Up (2010-2011) Demo Cassette: Yeap Heng Shen - Guitar Matt Doom - Vocals Kirk Scotcher - Drums Bart - Bass Mark III Line Up (2011) 8 Tracks 12

Name Vars

Kromosom

Members

Yeap Heng Shen
Penke
Kirk Scotcher
Matt Plumb
Cormac O'Síocháin
Luke Leprosy

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Krömosom 染色体をやっちまえ* by Krömosom is a raw explosion of punk and hardcore energy from Japan. Released in 2011 under the label Freedom Fighter, it packs tracks like *Living Dead* and *Systematic Death* that hit hard with intense riffs and relentless passion. Fun detail—Minami handled the artwork, giving the album its gritty visual edge. It’s wild how this record blends chaotic music with sharp production, thanks to mastering by Harry Williamson and mixing by Yeap. A true underground gem!