Master of the Macabre Wednesday 13 returns with more gore-drenched glam on latest offering Mid Death Crisis.
Opening intro segment “There’s No Such Thing as Monsters” sets the tone perfectly with a visceral yet woeful narrative—a blood-soaked homage to a ’70s slasher—before erupting into a horror-fuelled rock show with the follow-up track “Decease and Desist.” Packed with catchy riffs and shredding guitar solos, it immediately grabs your attention and doesn’t let go.
“When the Devil Commands” slinks into Rob Zombie territory, driven by dominant basslines and a slithering pace. While the lyrics aren’t overly complex, they deliver a fun, nostalgic throwback that perfectly fits the mood.
Tracks like “Rotting Away” and “No Apologies” lean hard into the horror punk side of things—fully charged and loaded with anthemic hooks. Their infectious energy gives the album real staying power, demanding repeated listens.
Midway through, “Decapitation” stands out as a quintessential Wednesday 13 track, blending just the right amount of glam and gore. The surprise doo-wop elements guarantee it future live-favourite status and highlight the layered soundscapes that arguably mark the band’s strongest musical territory to date.
As with every Wednesday 13 release, there’s always one sing-along earworm—and “In Misery” fits the bill. Its structure is simple but atmospheric, particularly around the chorus, and it boasts the album’s standout guitar solo, hands down. Following this, “Blood Storm” delivers a wave of nostalgia, sounding like something from The Offspring’s Smash era—if that era had been crawling with zombies.
“Xanatasy” is all about its narrative delivery, yet still manages to retain a pulsing glam heartbeat. It’s followed by “I Hurt You”, which shifts the tone with a mostly ballad-style presentation, adding a welcome change of pace.
The album closes with a powerful duo. “My Funeral” offers a brooding yet commanding presence that flows seamlessly into final track “Sick and Violent”. This closer fires on all cylinders, showcasing a maturity in musical delivery while retaining the rawness and excitement of the band’s early releases.
A splendid cadaver of creativity.
Mid Death Crisis is out on April 25th
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