Lyrically and musically, Yautja’s The Lurch is a 45-minute reminder of the chaotic state of the world. The Lurch is a ferocious record with the feel of a live recording. “A Killing Joke” kicks things off with a burst of drumming while the guitar and bass sear through like a wildfire. The tracks that follow each bring their own flavor of brutality to the record. “The Spectacle,” one of the songs that really lurches, is seasoned with dolorous chords reminiscent of Inter Arma; tracks like “Tethered” have the slightest tang of DC hardcore. While this record is relentless, it’s not unapproachable. … Continue reading Interview: Kayhan Vaziri of Yautja