HEY PUNK. ARE YOU TUFF E’NUFF TO LISTEN TO SOME GODDAMN DEATH METAL. Let’s do this. Two tracks of New Jersey death metal that’s dead set on destruction. Hypochondria of the Machine downplays some of the skronkier aspects of Replicant’s previous releases and pushes the knobs on the low end til they can’t go no further. The result sounds slower, more intentional, and undeniably heavy. “Hymns of Distress” is bookended by a stuttering chug that immediately brings to mind the syncopated, bass-driven agony of Admiral Angry (RIP Daniel Krauss). Worry not, Replicant stalwarts, as the lead guitar is allowed space … Continue reading EP Premiere: Replicant – Hypochondria of the Machine