Guts return with Nightmare Fuel, a masterclass in groove-laden, bone-crushing death metal that cements their place among Finland’s most relentless heavyweights. From the opening moments, the album surges forward with a thick, punishing guitar tone that immediately grabs the listener by the throat. Each track is a calculated assault, blending the raw intensity of classic death metal with just enough melody and groove to keep heads banging from start to finish.
What sets Nightmare Fuel apart is its sheer weight—both in sound and execution. The rhythm section is thunderous, driving each song with a force that feels both unstoppable and surgically precise. Riffs twist and churn, balancing old-school grit with a modern edge, while the guttural, cavernous vocals add an extra layer of menace. Tracks like “Devoured by Insects” and “Ravenous Leech” showcase Guts' ability to craft infectious, groove-heavy anthems without sacrificing brutality, while “Echoes of Desolation” delivers a haunting, doom-tinged atmosphere that lingers long after the album ends.
With Nightmare Fuel, Guts prove they are more than just another name in the ever-expanding world of death metal. This is an album built for replay, whether in the pit, on the road, or blasting through the speakers late into the night. Fans of Finnish death metal, from the murky depths of Rippikoulu to the ferocity of early Convulse, will find plenty to sink their teeth into here. Uncompromising, relentless, and utterly crushing—Nightmare Fuel is an essential listen.
