Chaos is something highly connected to metal, and when that chaos is crawling, it gets even better. In November 2013, Italian Death Metal band CRAWLING CHAOS released "Repellent Gastronomy", an album sure to make your skin crawl. The four-piece have been unleashing chaos since 2005, influenced by Metal greats such as LAMB OF GOD, NILE and CANNIBAL CORPSE.

Opening track "Rue D'auseil" kicks off with some low drones from a string instrument and what sounds like an impending storm. The track is a mere 1:14, but is sufficient in depicting the disturbing tone of the album. Track 2, "Blind Fiends of the Ancient Evil", brings forth the Metal, with very rapid riffs, low growls, hectic drumming and rumbly bass. The rhythm is extremely funky, each member working together to create an awesome song. The very beginning of "From the Unsafe Shrines Come the Abyss" features Edoardo's impressive drumming skills, but he certainly isn't the only noteworthy contender. The guitars keep the pace frantic, whilst Manuel's growls ensure things stay brutal. The cool guitar solos and funky bass riffs also add something groovy to the mix. "Plate Xii" opens with a rain effect and some old time singing, before the heaviness comes in. The bass is a real highlight of this track, kudos to Gabriele. Track 5, "Encephalitic Cyst", features awesome combined guitar work by Manuel and Andrea, and although less than a minute long, it still stands out as an example of awesome Metal. "Let the Vultures Sing Our Deeds" has a rather melodic introduction, but becomes very rapid before much time has passed. The breakdown at the end, combined with doublekick, really adds to the brutality of the song.

"Closing the Gates" begins with a spoken voice, which initially continues as the instruments come in. Manuel's growls impressively keep up with the pace of the drums and guitars, giving the track a memorable rhythm. Next up, "Premature Burial" further illustrates the versatility of the guitars, with speedy riffs, solos and slides, and ensures Manuel's reputation of vocal malevolence continues. "Visceral Breeding Army" is another short one, but again proves CRAWLING CHAOS is a force not to be reckoned with. This sentiment is expressed throughout the album, such as in "Promised Unheaven", where the riffs and doublekick are so rapid your feet won't be able to keep up. "The Sleep of Innana" follows suit, with impressive work by all members. CRAWLING CHAOS really is consistently awesome. The second last track, "Manifest of Chaos", brings in all of the good stuff: relentless riffs, deadly doublekick, vicious vocals and booming bass. Finally, we have "Glory to My Enemy", which concludes the album with all the band's strongest features, and leaves the listener craving more.

Overall, "Repellent Gastronomy" is a consistent, impressive creation, proving the talents and ferociousness of CRAWLING CHAOS. If you haven't listened to them already, you really should check them out.