Deszcz – III
Super tight, epic and diverse melodic crust from Poland
Deszcz, the Polish word for “rain,” comes pouring down on the late-night streets of Poznań, and it’s an apt name for a band that delivers such a dark, relentless, and atmospheric take on hardcore punk. If you’re searching for something that pushes beyond the usual boundaries of the genre, this is a great place to start.
Following their beastly LP from last year, Deszcz is back with seven ferocious tracks that embody everything great about melodi-crust. Their music is a perfect blend of intensity and emotion, balancing epic melodies with political hardcore punk. While the influence of genre heavyweights like Tragedy is clear, Deszcz adds their own twist, setting themselves apart from the sea of similarly styled bands. This is hardcore with heart, daring to infuse melody into its metallic crust backbone while staying unrelentingly heavy.
The record has everything you’d want—driving metallic riffs, crushing vocals, and epic interludes that build into explosive chaos. The occasional blast beats and dynamic shifts keep things fresh and unpredictable, making this release stand out as one of the best European crust hardcore records of the year. The production is tight, and the songwriting is varied and purposeful, delivering a sound that’s as daring as it is devastating.
What makes this record even more remarkable is its DIY ethos. Self-released by the band, all proceeds from downloads on their Bandcamp page are donated to Otwarte Klatki (Open Cages), an incredible animal rights organization working to end cruelty in factory farming. If you’re unfamiliar with their work, check out the documentary Klatki and see the importance of their mission.
Deszcz’s latest release might not be on a hyped label, but it deserves all the recognition it can get. Emotional, epic, and driven by a clear sense of purpose, this is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates crust hardcore with depth and integrity. Don’t sleep on this one—grab it, support ending the fur farming industry, and experience one of the most powerful DIY releases of the year.
