OBLIGATORY FIEND Unleash Crushing New EP “Martyrs of the Machine”
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Christchurch, New Zealand deathcore outfit Obligatory Fiend deliver a relentless new statement with their latest EP Martyrs of the Machine, a five-track release clocking in at just over twenty minutes of unfiltered sonic devastation. The record showcases the band’s commitment to the brutal side of modern extreme metal, blending punishing riffs, guttural vocals, and crushing breakdowns into a tightly packed assault that wastes no time getting to the point.
Opening track “Ravenous Earth” immediately sets the tone with crushing guitars and a dark atmosphere that builds tension before erupting into full-scale aggression. The EP continues with “Eyes of Deceit,” a track that pushes forward with relentless drumming and razor-sharp riffing, highlighting the band’s ability to balance chaos with precision. The title track “Martyrs of the Machine” stands as the centerpiece of the release, combining oppressive heaviness with ominous melodic undertones that add depth to the band’s brutal foundation.
The final stretch of the EP dives even deeper into the band’s uncompromising sound. “Insidious Blasphemy” delivers waves of savage breakdowns and punishing vocal delivery, while closing track “At the Hands of Baal” brings the release to a crushing finale, leaving a lasting impression with its dark atmosphere and relentless pace.
With Martyrs of the Machine, OBLIGATORY FIEND present a focused and hard-hitting release that reflects the intensity and growing global reach of the deathcore movement. Across its five tracks, the band demonstrate a clear vision built on brutality, atmosphere, and relentless energy, delivering a compact yet powerful record that will resonate with fans of uncompromising extreme metal.
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