Bones - Sons of Sleaze

http://www.secret-face.com/

#FOR FANS OF: Death/Crust

These guitars (which I notice the most of) have good bar chords/tremolo picking in the reminiscent to vein of Usurper. They're groove oriented and not overly technical but some quick parts as well as some grind pieces. The drums go along well with the guitars. As a highlight, the experimental guitars and vocals are different yet unique. I'd like to say that the music is aggressive, full of blast beats (sludge), a raw production sound and solid lead guitar.

These guys sure as hell CONQUER. I like the guitars and vocals the most. The guitars are ambient and unique. The vocals are pretty brutal, but they sound good alongside the rest of the music. That's what makes this release so dominating. Not only are they different as a band, they also have a great deal to contribute to the scene. I wasn't really sure what genre sludge meant in the metal arena, but now it makes sense. The only element that fell a little bit short is the production quality. Aside from that, everything is pretty solid. The music was very original and didn't sound like anything that I've heard from before. They're in their own zone, therefore that's what makes them the most dominating. All the songs are unique, they pack a punch and therefore leave the listener in awe.

They put on quite a stage presence and on this studio performance out in 2013 was well constructed. As I say, they sound just like they do, which is in their own capacities. I like all the songs and think that they show what a band they are, unique and resilient. The music dominates the most, with the guitars in their own. And the vocals yelling but thoroughly tolerable.

This is the first sludge oriented band that I've ever heard. The tremolo picking and bar chords show what a devastating band they've woven their way into. A full annihilation as it became constructed into this whole recording. They deserve positive feedback from me because they are such a valuable band! Check this out! (Death8699)

(Planet Metal - 2013)
Score: 73

https://boneschicago.bandcamp.com/album/sons-of-sleaze

Bones - Vomit

http://www.secret-face.com/

#FOR FANS OF: Death/Crust

The first time introduced to this band at a live show for Autopsy headline late October of last year. They had a great set and my buddy introduced me to Usurper which a few members of this band was from. I kind of like them more but they're in a sub-genre called "crust" which I've never heard of before. They're an actual mixture of death metal/crust. They have quite the energy that's for sure! They seem to be able to keep to their death metal roots mixed with the crust sub-genre. It's excellent how they managed to create this album. It's high on the energy factor. Riffs are intense and full-throttle. Good recording as well.

These guys know how to construct some serious METAL! Their guitars are wicked, not so much in the lead department but the rhythms. They are catchy as all hell. Being former members of Usurper it seems as if that musicianship carried over to Bones. I haven't heard their older materials but I'm aware of the high ratings on some. I'm glad they're doing this gig but still if Usurper is to make a new album, I'd be keen to hear what it sounds like! I'm just totally digging the riffs. High energy mixed with some really fast drumming. I'm liking the vocals as well. They go well with the music. They've got it all down here!

I'm interested in this band's future. If they'll keep going at this pace or will they quit? I'm not sure, when I saw them live, they had enormous energy. Very impressive performance which led me to purchasing this CD. I like the sound of the guitars. They bleed through the speakers. Really good musicianship, that's for sure. I like all the songs! But I'll stay tuned to future releases hoping that they don't give up in the process. Awesome release, death metal/crust to the core! (Death8699)

(Disorder Recordings - 2022)
Score: 75

https://bones-chicago.bandcamp.com/album/vomit