"Infectious Vermin" is a brutal throwback to the old-school death metal days, where RATS OF GOMORRAH serve us with a side of thrash for extra bite. The album delivers a relentless onslaught of riffs that hit hard and fast, keeping the listener’s head banging from start to finish. It’s a chaotic yet fun ride through the raw energy of death metal, with just the right amount of groove to keep things interesting.

The guitar work is sharp and heavy, with the kind of thrash-influenced riffing that’s sure to get fists pumping in the pit. Tracks like "Rotting Flesh Ritual" and "Viral Devastation" combine rapid-fire death metal rhythms with thrash-style hooks, creating a dynamic sound that doesn’t let up. The grooves hit with a certain punch offering moments that beg for a pit to open up while maintaining the guttural, relentless energy that defines the genre. Every track carries that charged atmosphere, making it feel like the band is delivering a direct assault on your senses.

The vocals, aggressive and low, are the perfect complement to the ferocious music, growling and howling with fury. There’s an unmistakable sense of fun here as RATS OF GOMORRAH clearly revel in their chaotic mix of sounds. The production is raw and gritty, fitting the old-school vibe and giving the album a rough, in-your-face quality. It’s an album that sounds like it was made to get the crowd moving, with every song packed with enough energy to spark an explosive live show.

All in all, "Infectious Vermin" is death metal with a thrash edge that doesn’t take itself too seriously but still brings the heaviness. RATS OF GOMORRAH have delivered an album that’s loaded with groove, intensity, and plenty of fun, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to get lost in the madness of the pit.