Demo by Never Human: A Raw Punch to the Gut
Let’s cut straight to it—Demo by Never Human isn’t your polished, radio-friendly rock album. Nope. This is a gritty, unapologetic slap of punk and hardcore energy that feels like getting hit with a snowball full of gravel. Released back in 2014 outta Canada (no big label, just DIY vibes), this record is packed with raw emotion, breakneck riffs, and lyrics that stick to you like gum on a boot. Recorded by Luke Mumford, the sound has that basement-show grit but still punches hard enough to make your ears perk up.
Now, let’s talk tracks because, honestly, some songs here are unforgettable for all the right reasons. First off, “Conquest For Death.” Man, this one hits different. It’s got this relentless pace, like someone yelling at you to keep running even when your lungs feel like they’re gonna explode. The dual versions—the original and the Necros remix—are both savage in their own ways, but I gotta say, the Necros take adds this eerie layer that makes you wanna crank it louder just to figure out what’s going on. You can tell these dudes weren’t messing around—they wanted chaos, and damn if they didn’t deliver.
Then there’s “Void Of Voice,” which sneaks up on you. At first, it feels like any other hardcore banger, but about halfway through, something shifts. Maybe it’s the way the vocals crack under pressure or how the guitar riff starts spiraling into pure madness—it’s hypnotic in an unsettling way. Like staring at storm clouds while lightning splits the sky. That track lingers long after it ends, kinda like the smell of burnt toast you can’t shake.
The rest of the album? Solid as hell. Tracks like “Not My Views” and “Deny” bring that punchy punk attitude, while “Pathetic” leans more into hardcore territory with its bruising breakdowns. But honestly, every song here feels intentional, like each note was carved outta frustration and fury. And yeah, maybe the production could’ve been cleaner, but who cares? This ain’t about perfection; it’s about impact.
So, wrapping this up… Listening to Demo feels like finding an old zine stuffed between couch cushions—it’s rough around the edges, totally unfiltered, and somehow speaks directly to you. Never Human might not have set out to change the world, but they sure left their mark on anyone lucky enough to stumble across this little gem. Oh, and fun fact: apparently, the band broke up before most people even heard this album. Kinda fitting, huh? Punk rock ghosts leaving breadcrumbs for us weirdos to find years later.
