It’s been five years since Whore of Bethlehem appeared in our pages. Back then the subject was their then-forthcoming second album Extinguish the Light. It spawned thoughts of hellish war zones, brutal bludgeonings, and slithering serpents. In a nutshell, we called their blend of brutal death and black metal “catchy stuff, as well as obliterating”.
Five years along, these central Texas demons have risen from their crypts into the light again, with a new single named “Pseudochrist” that we’re premiering today along with a visualizer that makes good use of the striking cover art. It stands alone as a vivid reminder of the band’s electrifying savagery, but it’s also a herald of a new album that’s in the works, which makes it even better news. Continue reading »
