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Light Yourself on Fire
Light Yourself on Fire

Kiss of Death (2006) Tohm

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Light Yourself on Fire – Light Yourself on Fire — Kiss of Death, 2006

Light Yourself on Fire, a four piece from Tampa, Florida, play thrashy hardcore that they call "power death." The seven songs on this EP release are riddled with pinch harmonics and sludgy riffs played at breakneck speeds. The lyrics are unintelligible, but touch on topics such as bullshit on the radio, the ubiquity of neurosis, and global warming. Cover art is done by STK MTN, who has worked with other bands such as Combatwoundedveteran and Against Me! (his portfolio is really worth checking out). There are no standout moments on this EP, but collectively the music is solid. When Light Yourself on Fire puts out a full-length, I'll be interested to give it a listen.

5.7 / 10Tohm • December 31, 2007

Light Yourself on Fire – Light Yourself on Fire cover artwork
Light Yourself on Fire – Light Yourself on Fire — Kiss of Death, 2006

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