Retribution Therapy

From the fiery depths of hell (or perhaps just Ohio), Nine Shrines emerges with their latest offering, "Retribution Therapy" on red vinyl. This album is like a punch in the face from a fist made of pure adrenaline. Imagine if Slipknot and Bring Me the Horizon had a love child, raised on a diet of monster energy drinks and angst-ridden lyrics - that's Nine Shrines for you. From the moment the needle hits the groove, you're transported to a world where breakdowns reign supreme and guitar riffs are as sharp as a samurai sword. Tracks like "Nimrod" and "S.O.S." hit you like a ton of bricks, with vocalist Chris Parkers' screams cutting through the chaos like a broken mirror. The production is slicker than a greased pig at a county fair, with every instrument sounding like it's on the brink of explosion. But don't let the aggression fool you - there's a surprising amount of melody hidden beneath the surface. Songs like "Ringworm" and "Strain" showcase the band's ability to craft catchy hooks that will have you headbanging one minute and singing along the next. So, grab a cold beer, crank up the volume, and let Nine Shrines take you on a wild ride through the depths of metalcore madness. Just be sure to wear a neck brace - you're gonna need it.