POST-MORTEM is a richly instrumental, Progressive Death Metal Band hailing from France. Their sophomore album, "The Monumental Pandemonium" hit the world on April 29^th, 2022, through Great Dane Records. Though listed as Progressive Death Metal, there is touches of Atmospheric throughout, led by its staunch Death Vocals. The drums play a large role in this band's sound, with their wildly fast-paced speed. Meanwhile, the guitar marries this all to its sometimes-melodic chords.

"Abyssus Abyssum Invocat" - Not enough can be said about the lusciousness of this intro song. Orchestrating a deceptively melodic tune, to an otherwise very heavily Death laden album. From the creepy, monotonous, prayer-like chants; to the almost soothing notes of atmospheric delight. This intro song captures your imagination from the start. "Genocider" - All that creepy, softness laid out by the intro; is blown away like scattered clouds with the brash eruption of Death Metal vocals. Hard, heavy, fast, and pulse quickening. The drum style beats a brutal assault on your ears as the rage of the song sweeps you away. "Skin of My Enemy" - Marching beats, amidst wild waves of madness in the form of sound. Deep, growling vocals so classically Death Metal. This is a sound that could appeal to many. A style similar in nature to FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE, but not entirely mimicking.

"Mountain of Skulls" - The beat varies enough throughout the song to not become boring, or remain static. A good song, just like a good story; must vary in tempo to keep the attention of the listener. This is another very classic Death sounding song. "Skin of My Enemy" - Vengeful passion of raging lyrics, backed by a very solidly mixed sound musically. Those insanely fast drum beats punctuate poignantly passionate guitar and bass chords. The guitar specifically with a haunting lilt to its sad melody. "Soul Inquisitor" - Easily my favorite song on the album, leading in with its atmospheric sounds. The guitar in this song is absolutely phenomenal and heart-wrenching. The kind of sound that grabs you by the heartstrings somehow and wrenches you in the gut. Pure poetry in sound.

"The Monumental Pandemonium" was a ride from start to finish. POST-MORTEM delivered well in their quest to produce an artistic piece of Progressive Death Metal. I think this is an album that can appeal to many with its various sides. Yet, is hard enough to satisfy even the lovers of older school sounds. Despite having a semi-common name, this is not a common band.