Pandemia are one of the better known Czech death metal outfits, forming in 1995 and beginning to release full-lengths around the turn of the century. Feet of Anger is the 4th album, and boasts a solid production from Andy Classen. The style is pretty base, old school influenced death metal with a hint at thrash and grind, very little technicality or excess, just blunt songwriting. None of their previous albums have really resonated with me, and Feet of Anger is sadly not about to change that fact, but it's a well intended effort with a few catchy moments."Blind Sense" opens with a tireless drum battery and some slightly arabesque riffing, akin to a more simple relative of Behemoth though I really like Michael's hoarse, full vocals. "The Void" shifts from a brief acoustic segment into a grinding flurry of death, and "Behind the Reason" follows in suit, with some thrashy bits and a nice breakdown bridge that reminded me of early Death. Most of the songs on Feet of Anger are consistent, but I'd point out the powerful "The Frozen One" and "Progeny's Debt" as highlights here. Also, the album ends with a pair of treats: a serviceable cover of Krabathor's "Unnecessary" and guest vocals on "Death Symbols" courtesy of our beloved Big Boss (Root), another highlight.
Feet of Anger sounds bright and crisp thanks to Classen's mix, from the powerful vocals to the more melodic riffing and grinding impulse of the guitars. Pandemia have always kept it real, and this is a respectable effort, but few of the tracks had any lasting power with me. If you enjoyed previous releases like Riven, then you'll at least want a listen.
Verdict: Indifference [6.5/10]
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