Review by Alex on October 12, 2021.

Since Dolorous Death Knell, Sulphurous has had many eyes pierced on them. It was an act that stuck its foot out at a time that saw some of the best modern death metal acts release highly praised music. Nevertheless, this would be no intimidating factor for the lads involved in Hyperdontia, they stuck to their scythes and released a monstrous mass of pillaged flesh on a barren and burned landscape. Now once again the duo behind the sulphuric structure has resurfaced with yet another suffocating entry titled The Black Mouth Of Sepulchre. The beasts' name has been lurking around since its first full recording, but the silence has somewhat been broken with this latest effort that now sees the band take on the challenge for a higher podium position.

If you enjoyed their first album then this installment will surely pique your interest, it’s that plain and simple. Dolorous Death Knell was a smacking album, but The Black Mouth Of Sepulchre is on a different level. Whilst hearing it you can't stop thinking "more". Its compositional structure is a beacon in underground death metal and a delight to supporters of the sub-genre.

This album has a good dose of variation in the riffing structure that may even be perceived through the ear of the listener as somewhat technical at times. 'Dry Breath Of The Tomb' has some of this working alongside catchy riffs showing off the songwriting strength of the band. Then there's songs like 'Shadows Writhing Like Black Wings' and 'Eyes Of Fury' that make usage of similar techniques but to greater avail as a stronger sense of rhythm is kept alive.

One takeaway after listening to The Black Mouth Of Sepulchre is the sound of the band that gives off a slight Nile vibe. I might be wrong but that feeling won't go away. Middle Eastern sounds come to fruition ever so often with sharp but short-lived/teasing instances and bursts marinated into the makeup of the record. Plus, it must be noted that these highlights could not have been possible without the drumming being so fluent and accurate in playing with the riffs instead of playing over or against them, in turn easily adding definition to the music on The Black Mouth Of Sepulchre.

These 40+ minutes fly by so fast its surreal when listening to The Black Mouth Of Sepulchre. Never a moment you feel like the material is just dragging on or becomes tasteless, each composition as a whole feels complete, adequate and necessary. Then the artwork adds to all the glory, putting the finishing touches on a marvelous piece of death metal.

Rating: 8.8 out of 10

Review by Elijah on April 28, 2020.

One-man brutal death metal bands truly are a delicacy, especially Insidious Decrepancy. If it weren't for him we wouldn't have Putrid Pile, and if not for Putrid Pile who knows what other one-man bands we wouldn't have? Decadent Orgy of Atrocious Suffering truly is a perfect album that includes everything a BDM fan could ask for.

The guitar tone is top notch. It has that trademark late 90's BDM sound mixed in with a little tiny hint of that Dying Fetus-esque sound, and a little heavier and grainy as well. Alongside the perfect guitar sound, Shawn's playing ability is 10/10 and the riffing is awesome. Every song is fast, heavy, brutal, and furious. With (most) one-man bands in this genre comes a drum machine, and he does it right. It sure is a drum machine but it sounds great, doesn't sound nearly computerized as you'd maybe think it would be, and it accompanies the guitar greatly.

You can’t forget the vocals too, pretty solid. It's like a mix of regular death metal and brutal gutturals, it's a good balance and flow. You got the great guitar sound, great drums, good songwriting, and the right vocals to go with it. This album definitely is the total package for some good BDM. When you listen to it for the first time the "perfection" of this album won't exactly grab you until you listen to more and more of the album. Once you get more thrown at you you'll start to enjoy it more and see the perfection this embodies. Every single song is a banger, and nothing is boring or "better than another track" or anything such. Shawn Whitaker is a kickass unit of brutality!

If you love brutal death metal and haven't heard this album, I highly, highly recommend it. This album definitely is flawless. It's brutal, kickass, sick, and heavy. And on top of all that, it's a one-man band! This is top talent and needs more attention. Go listen to this amazing album and check out his other album Extirpating Omniscient Certitude as well. Top notch material right here!

Rating: 10 out of 10