SLAUGHTER TO PREVAIL’s Grizzly Is Their Most Vicious Statement Yet – Album Review

Sumerian Records || July 18, 2025

“Every track hits like a knockout punch to the gut—leaving listeners dazed but hungry for more.”

GrizzlyRussia’s greatest metal export, Slaughter to Prevail, has unleashed their brand-new studio album, Grizzly—a fearless and unrelenting body of work. Every track hits like a knockout punch to the gut, leaving listeners dazed but hungry for more. With Grizzly, Slaughter to Prevail delivers their heaviest material to date. While the tone is serious and seething with aggression, the band still manages to create a darkly fun and cathartic atmosphere.

Grizzly lives up to its name, channeling the fury of a wild, wounded beast—an album that vents its rage through blast beats, breakdowns, and guttural roars. From the opening track “Bandito,” listeners are eased in with a deceptively calm intro, but once the track takes off, there’s no slowing down. Alex Terrible continues to push vocal boundaries with monstrous growls, rapid-fire shrieks, and raw vocal acrobatics that defy expectation.

The second track, “Russian Grizzly in America,” stands as a sonic mission statement for the album, featuring pounding riffs, punishing drums, and an undercurrent of national pride. It’s a fierce declaration of identity and intent.

A standout moment arrives with “Song #3,” featuring the ever-eclectic BABYMETAL. While the song maintains Slaughter to Prevail’s signature brutality, the band smartly crafts a musical space that allows their collaborators to shine. Rather than overshadowing their guests, the band elevates them, blending styles in a way that feels both natural and fresh.

This talent for balance is also evident on “Imdead,” featuring Ronnie Radke of Falling in Reverse. While the track begins with the band’s usual thunderous assault, the bridge shifts seamlessly into a rap/metal hybrid section. Radke’s presence doesn’t feel forced—it complements the chaos, adding a unique layer to the sonic carnage.

Grizzly marks Slaughter to Prevail’s most accomplished and dynamic work yet, fusing their trademark aggression with calculated experimentation. The album’s 13 tracks surge with adrenaline, each one offering new textures without sacrificing brutality. Alex Terrible’s lyrics and vocal delivery remain central to the band’s impact, always synced with the evolving instrumentation.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or a curious newcomer, Grizzly is a relentless ride that refuses to let up. By the time the album ends, don’t be surprised if you feel like wrestling a bear just to release the leftover adrenaline.

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