Album Review: OD by Undead Corporation – A Melodic Death Metal Joyride You Didn’t Know You Needed
Alright, buckle up, because OD by Undead Corporation is one wild trip through the land of Rock & Roll and Melodic Death Metal. Released back in 2013 (yeah, a decade ago—time flies when you're headbanging), this self-released gem from Japan hits like an unexpected punch to the gut—in a good way.
First off, let’s talk about “Gone With The Blast.” Wait… hold up. Did they accidentally name it twice? Or maybe it’s just so damn good they wanted to double down on it. Either way, this track slaps harder than your morning coffee after a late-night Netflix binge. It kicks off with that classic melodic death metal vibe—crunchy riffs, soaring vocals, and drums that sound like someone dropped a bag of hammers into a washing machine set to spin cycle. What makes it stick? The energy feels raw, almost unhinged, but still polished enough to keep your head nodding without whiplash. Also, bonus points for making me think twice about typos in song titles ever again.
Then there’s “Too Sweet,” which might as well be renamed “Not Too Sweet At All.” This tune sneaks up on you with its groovy intro before unleashing chaos in the best possible way. The guitar work is sharp enough to slice tofu, and the vocals oscillate between growls and melodies like some kind of musical Jekyll and Hyde situation. Honestly, if this track doesn’t make you want to grab a broomstick and pretend it’s a mic stand while screaming into your bedroom mirror, you’re either dead inside or just not paying attention.
The rest of the album isn’t exactly filler material either. Tracks like “Access Me” and “In This Beautiful World” showcase Undead Corporation’s knack for blending brutality with melody, proving they can write songs that are both heavy and catchy. And hey, props to them for releasing this beast independently—it takes guts to go rogue in the music world, especially coming out of Japan where conformity often reigns supreme.
So what’s the verdict? OD may not reinvent the wheel, but it sure knows how to drive it straight into a wall of amps and come out looking cooler than ever. If you dig melodic death metal with a dash of rock 'n' roll swagger, this album deserves a spot in your playlist—or at least a quick spin during your next existential crisis.
Final thought: Listening to OD feels like getting invited to a party where everyone’s dressed in leather jackets and combat boots, only to realize halfway through that you’re the designated DJ. Awkward? Maybe. Fun as hell? Absolutely.
