XIBALBA Hardcore Death Metal US

Taking their name from Mayan mythology, Xibalba's sound doesn't entirely reflect the mystic, ancient atmosphere that their moniker represents. Instead, they have a more hands-on approach to their brand of death-influenced hardcore which reminds one of the more extreme side of Biohazard (only with far more substance). The result is pleasing to say the least: a brutal, in your face attitude, with enough sense of restraint to allow certain moments of stillness to breathe (the interlude, "Pausa" is beautifully positioned).