Hellripper ‎– Coronach (Black Cuillin Vinyl)

Coronach shows Hellripper refining their high‑velocity black/thrash attack into something even more focused, melodic and venomous. The record tears forward on a barrage of razor‑edged riffs that feel both rooted in classic speed metal and sharpened by a distinctly modern ferocity, with every transition snapping into place at breakneck pace. James McBain’s vocals ride the chaos with a snarling clarity that gives the songs a triumphant, almost anthemic edge without softening their bite. What elevates the LP is its sense of momentum: the melodies are bold, the solos flash by like sparks off steel, and the drumming keeps everything locked into a relentless forward surge. Despite its brevity, it feels complete, a distilled shot of Hellripper’s craft where aggression, hooks and atmosphere collide. It stands as a testament to how much power can be packed into a short, tightly executed burst of blackened speed metal.