Compilations have always had a special place in my heart, especially those offering a wide variety of styles within a genre and opening a window for local scenes. “Year Zero”, the newest release from Shalosh Cult label from Haifa, Israel, collects 8 bands and varied tracks from accross metal, grindcore, rock and metallic hardcore genres, and serves as a fine introduction to their local scene. To learn more about it, we had the chance to ask all of the bands a couple of questions and get proper details on their local underground music environment, as well as additional insights on this release. Feat. powerviolence band Diekvar, hardcore punks ÖSTRA TORN, doom/sludge act NŪR, rock duo וEMMEK, post punk act Lower Splendor, death grind sludge punks KLUVIM, heavy hardcore pack XREGE...
