DECEASED - Rotten To The Core Part 2 (The Nightmare Continues) (DIGIPAK CD)

Deceased return with Rotten to the Core Part 2 (The Nightmare Continues), a raucous and heartfelt tribute to the punk and hardcore forebears who helped shape the extreme metal underground. Following up their 2004 Rotten to the Core release, this second installment finds the Virginia legends once again tearing through a set of raw, high-energy covers with the same enthusiasm and reverence that has defined their approach for decades.

From the opening assault to the final echoes of distortion, Deceased inject their signature spirit into classics from Final Conflict, Buzzcocks, The Accüsed, and more. Rather than simply replicating these songs, the band puts their own sinister stamp on them, amplifying the aggression and giving the tracks a new, menacing edge while maintaining the rawness that made them classics in the first place. Their take on The Clash’s “London Calling” is a standout, showcasing their ability to honor the source material while twisting it into something uniquely their own.

The production is crisp yet retains a gritty, live feel, allowing the band’s passion for these songs to shine through. While the album naturally leans into the straightforward, unfiltered energy of punk, Deceased's musicianship ensures the material never feels one-dimensional. The result is an electrifying listen that bridges the gap between punk’s primal fury and the creeping horror of death metal.

Rotten to the Core Part 2 (The Nightmare Continues) is a celebration, not just of punk’s enduring influence, but of Deceased’s undying love for the roots of extreme music. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the band, a punk enthusiast, or just looking for a raw, unrelenting listen, this album delivers with the same unapologetic intensity that has kept Deceased at the forefront of underground metal for decades.