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DEMONSCAR - MDCXCII (Exclusive Track Premiere)

7/20/2020

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What, dear reader, makes a song--or an album, or an artist for that matter--quintessentially metal​? That's obviously a question so broad as to be belligerently provocative, so let me just assert my two cents and get on with it: (italicized) metal is epitomized by chunky riffs, hefty atmosphere, a certain adherence to heartfelt aggression, and a devil-may-care attitude. Sure, the vast majority of music falling under the assorted subgenres will divert from this basic formula, but the existence of those factors can mean only one thing: metal is present. Time to break out the headbang.

New York's very own DemonScar are quintessentially metal, and their latest single--"MDCXCII," which we are honored to premiere here today--is a perfect exemplar of their Motorhead-by-way-of-Sabbath-by-way-of-Corrosion of Conformity aesthetic. ​In regards to the track in question, DemonScar state: “our new song has got a lot of those classic doom, stoner, and witchy vibes. Groove along with DemonScar as we journey back to Salem, 1692.” It's a tempting invitation, and I hope you take 'em up on the offer. Have yerselves a listen below:

That riff? Simplistic in form yet massive in groove-ridden weight, like unto a lumbering rhino setting up to charge into the melee. The tone? Thick as all hell--nearly doomy in their fuzzy aura. Those drums? Thunderous and punctuating--that cymbal lands with definitive emphasis every damn time. Vocals? Absolutely dripping in that classic leather-clad rock n' roll grime. The solo? This thing impeccably adds to the forward momentum and march with gritty panache. "MDCXCII" is a track that stands on the shoulders of a strong chorus and a stronger groovin' riff, and everything else that may come--take, for example, the understated roar that crops up just before the solo, or perhaps the little hook that sets up the central riff--is really just icing on the cake at this point.

However, metal doesn't exist by the good graces of sonic qualities alone. Without that genuine aforementioned 'tude, a track such as this--and a band such as this--would fall by the wayside. A kid playing dress-up without the prerequisite swagger that comes from experience, world-weariness, and a penchant for the raw and rowdy. Luckily for us slumbering scribes and all of you out there in internetland, DemonScar are the real deal. Fully and completely.


“MDCXCII” will also be featured on the upcoming Indie Underworld Rocks Mixtape, Vol.1 in digital, cassette, and CD formats.

​DemonScar can be found:
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12 Comments
Morey link
7/21/2020 06:52:32 am

Great review of a killer track! Now, tell us more about this mixtape...

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Highfalutin Peasant
7/21/2020 01:56:22 pm

We'll get right on that!

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Adam Hyman link
7/21/2020 10:35:45 am

Metal and Hard Rock was never meant to be over-polished and pretty. And to put it simply, Demonscar has got it right. MDCXCII is a heavy as hell, mean, nasty hard driving pounding tune- a perfect example of a band that has been influenced by the likes of Black Sabbath, Motorhead and more. I admire a band that shows musical versatility but also stays the course and keeps it real..in my book that's DEMONSCAR.

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Disgruntled Gargoyle
7/21/2020 01:57:25 pm

Wholeheartedly agreed! Rock ain't dead so long as guys like this are kickin' around.

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GR Eerie
7/21/2020 10:53:03 am

Killer track by an awesome band! This review is spot on. Demonscar definitely brings the metal with a thundering riff and groove! 🤘🏻

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(Vaguely Successful) Village Alchemist
7/21/2020 01:58:45 pm

Thanks for reading!

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Darren
7/21/2020 11:15:59 am

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

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Trey S.
7/21/2020 11:32:08 am

DemonScar have refused to let any barriers stand in their way in 2020! Not only is it admirable, but it’s god damn inspiring! Keep up the great work boys.

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Rip Van Winkle'd Villager
7/21/2020 02:07:18 pm

Excited to see them keep growing!

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Aaron
7/21/2020 12:08:43 pm

Great song, great review. I'm glad I got to hear this.

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JeffK
7/21/2020 12:10:08 pm

Great track, DemonScar always brings it, and kills it. Some of the hardest working guys out there too. Nice review and well deserved.

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David
7/21/2020 01:36:39 pm

This review hit every key word which describes Demonscar - Thick, Doomy, Thunderous, Gritty, Fuzzy, Grimey, Raw, Rowdy.
Demonscar is the embodiment of how Rock n Roll should be played!

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