This band is yet another in a long line of creations from Paul Kenney arguably one of the hardest working blokes in the underground music scene at the moment. In my opinion he has been part of some of the greatest bands in the country namely Fukpig and Mistress. And has help produce works from family member Mick, who is one half of the excellent Anaal Nathrakh. These Birmingham residents really have a massive part in creating some truly filthy grind and crust records and Kroh is no exception.

The guitar sound is so incredibly ‘Paul’ sounding you can tell it is one of his horrific creations from the moment the first note is played. But the main difference here is the vocal stylings of a Mr Francis Anthony who has made this release and entirely new thing. Very reminiscent of Depeche Mode or Paradise Lost his vocal skills have made this album a million times more melodic and dare I say it “accessible’” than the necropunk sound that has been coming out of the Devises studio of late. It is both beautiful and disgusting with the welcome addition of some very nice orchestral elements, particularly on song “How I Wish”.

This is a real treat of an album and one that would be loved by any fan of the heavier things in life but probably best suited to a more relaxing time of the week, perhaps whilst horribly hungover on a Sunday afternoon. Buy this, you will not be disappointed and whats more they have some beautiful purple vinyl up for grabs on their big cartel site!

Stand out track: Heaving Earth

Listen/buy here: Kroh Bandcamp