Rating: 7/10

Nile’s latest album hits with relentless technical chaos, but leaves you craving a bit more groove amid the ancient carnage.

The godfathers of technical death metal are back, and Nile is still doing what they do best: brutal, old-school heaviness with their signature nod to ancient Egypt. The production quality holds up well for their relentless style, keeping things polished without losing that raw edge. And while the album doesn’t completely revolutionize their sound, it does refine and deepen it. There’s a nice balance between crushing death growls and their epic, chaotic riffs, with drummer George Kollias working his kit like a man possessed.

Lyrically, they’re sticking to their roots, invoking imagery straight out of ancient temples and Egyptian lore. For someone who hasn’t tuned in to Nile since their early days, it’s cool to see that they haven’t lost touch with what makes them distinct. But honestly, the relentless technical onslaught had me wanting to switch it up every third track. Call it old age or call it the chaos, but a bit more groove would have made this old headbanger stay in for longer stretches.

Tracks flow well from start to finish, maintaining a solid pace. But for all the skill on display, it felt like a relentless storm without the occasional breath of fresh air. Still, Nile earns their place as death metal veterans—they know their lane, and they dominate it like no other. It’s just not the kind of album you casually pop on, but one you dive into headfirst when you’re in the mood for pure chaos.

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