If the apocalypse had a soundtrack, Total Hell would be its house band. Their latest album, Killed by Evil, is a blistering assault on the senses—a chaotic blend of punk rock fury and metal’s darker side. Released on August 16th, this album doesn’t just demand your attention; it grabs you by the throat, spits in your face, and laughs maniacally while doing it.
A Hellish Soundscape
The title track, “Killed By Evil,” is an instant classic. The sheer energy hit me like a fist to the gut, which felt fitting since the equally insane “Satanic Fist” follows right after. Both tracks are fast, aggressive, and unapologetically evil, like a perfect union of punk’s raw chaos and metal’s deep growls. It’s the kind of sound that reminds me of the first time I heard Venom—a “this isn’t quite punk, but I don’t care because it’s incredible” kind of moment. Yes, it’s going on my punk playlist.
Punk Meets Metal (and Satan)
Total Hell has only two prior releases—a 2019 cassette and a 2021 single—but Killed by Evil feels like the work of a band that’s been sharpening their blades for years. The tracks are punk enough to please purists with their speed and DIY vibe, but the growling vocals and satanic imagery scream death metal. And somehow, it all works.
The album’s pacing is relentless, with an intro clocking in at 1:38 (a nod to punk lore, perhaps?), setting the tone for what’s to come. By the time “Unholy Liar” hit, I had a flashback to The Meatmen, but darker, angrier, and with riffs that feel like they’re clawing their way out of hell.
Final Thoughts
Killed by Evil is not for the faint of heart. It’s raw, it’s loud, and it doesn’t give a damn about your genre boundaries. Total Hell has crafted an album that feels like an unholy ritual where punk and metal collide in a fiery explosion.
If you’re looking for something that’s fast, furious, and downright wicked, this is it. Grab your leather jacket, crank it up, and let Total Hell take you straight into the abyss.
