TERMINATOR - Brutal Termination (12" LP on Black Vinyl)

Terminator from Kozuchów, Poland delivers a ferocious blast of death-thrash mayhem with their 1990 demo Brutal Termination, now officially reissued by Life Eternal Productions. Drawing comparisons to early Sodom, Sepultura, Kreator, Vader, and Imperator, this record embodies the unrelenting spirit of a bygone era when metal was raw, wild, and unapologetically aggressive.

From the first riff to the final pounding rhythm, Brutal Termination showcases a relentless assault of razor-sharp guitar work, galloping drums, and commanding vocals that channel raw energy without delving into guttural extremes. The band's frontman delivers his lines with a harsh, fiery edge that perfectly complements the chaotic instrumentation, pushing the intensity to its limit while remaining clear and direct.

Terminator’s journey is as inspiring as their music. Rehearsing in modest spaces with borrowed gear, they forged their sound through sheer grit and passion. Recorded live on a four-track reel-to-reel, the demo captures the raw immediacy of a band playing straight from the heart, unfiltered and full of youthful intensity. The unpolished production only adds to its underground charm, making every riff and snare hit feel like a direct connection to the golden era of metal’s rise.

The reissue by Life Eternal Productions is nothing short of a triumph, preserving this gem of Polish underground metal history for a new generation. Whether you're headbanging to the high-octane thrash riffs or marveling at the demo’s unrelenting energy, Brutal Termination offers a thrilling ride through metal’s uncompromising roots.

For fans of death-thrash brutality in the vein of early Sodom and Kreator, this is more than a reissue—it’s an essential piece of the puzzle in understanding how Poland’s metal underground helped shape a genre. Strap in, turn it up, and let Brutal Termination rip through your speakers like it’s 1990 all over again.