(April 2026) Episode 720 is MESHUGGAH, an extreme metal band from Sweden. They’re known for a highly technical approach, full of complex polyrhythms and structures. Their skill and virtuosity becomes a focus of the listening experience, without coming off as pretentious or detracting from the fundamental metal aura. Each album has its own personality: for example, Catch Thirtythree is presented as a continuous song, like a concept album. It defies sub-categorization – described as “intellectual death metal” as well as prog, math, groove and “djent.” No matter the label it appeals to me.
Favorite album: Destroy Erase Improve
Favorite song: Elastic
Compared to expectations: ↑
Recommendation: It’s an interesting listen, not just for metal fans I think. The first couple albums are more thrash. The middle albums slow the tempo and add some groove bits.
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