If you’ve ever wondered what it might feel like to bottle pure rebellion, add a dash of 80s ferocity, sprinkle in 90s grit, and then unleash it through roaring guitars and pounding drums, Helladdict’s latest EP is your answer. Hailing from Santiago, Chile, this band isn’t here for polite applause—they’re here to rattle bones and wake the neighbours.
Their sound is gloriously old-school, steeped in the golden era of thrash metal, yet there’s a modern sharpness that keeps it fresh. Imagine Metallica’s early bite, Megadeth’s precision, and Slayer’s raw aggression, all given a fresh coat of Chilean fire. The riffs are razor-edged, the drumming relentless, and the twin-vocal attack hits like a double-barrel blast—perfectly matched to lyrics dripping with defiance. What makes Helladdict stand out is their dedication to the spirit of metal. This isn’t just about sounding heavy—it’s about meaning it. Every chord and snare hit carries the energy of protest, a refusal to accept the ordinary. You can hear that they’ve lived the stories they’re telling; there’s no pretense here, just unfiltered power.
The production, courtesy of Rockfels Studio, strikes a perfect balance—raw enough to keep the grit intact, yet polished enough for each instrument to punch through with clarity. For a band still building towards their full-length debut (planned for later this year), this EP feels like a mission statement: we’re here, we’re loud, and we’re not slowing down. In short, Helladdict have taken the classic thrash formula, injected it with new life, and served it up with the kind of passion that makes you want to throw on a leather jacket, crank the volume, and join the rebellion. Thrash fans, both seasoned and new, take note—this is the sound of metal refusing to grow old.
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