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Morbid Tribute To Distortion

by VARIX

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Fantatical Believer 08:07
2.
Death Of A Dreamer 07:33
3.
Victims 04:22 video
4.
...And Then We Grow... 06:23
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The World Of Purple Ash 04:54
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Dreamgate 05:10
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Termination Breath 05:14
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Hellinparadise 04:09
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Wargames/Mindgames 04:42
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Only Insane 03:56
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Fear Of God (2016 Recording) 04:34

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BOOTCAMP SERIES #28

DECLASSIFIED INFORMATION:
Friends and musical kinsmen of recent Divebomb Records recruits Skeptic Sense, VARIX was first born in southwestern Germany in 1988 under the all-too-popular name of Suffocation. Eventually settling upon the less common moniker of VARIX in 1991, the group would gradually bolster its lineup with former members of fellow little-known Germans Annoy, Excruciator, and Toxic Refuse over the course of three demos (and a compilation appearance on Rave Music's Peace-Eater Vol. IV) between 1991 and 1995.

VARIX concocted a uniquely quirky brand of complex yet melodic thrash metal built upon an eclectic blend of influences that included rock, metal, hardcore/punk, alternative, and even blues. This breadth of musical interests was also represented in a range of lyrical topics that stretched from horror and psychological struggles to societal concerns and anti-war pleas for peace.

Beginning with Morbus Cron (1991) and Tribute to Fate (1993), the band's efforts culminated with 1995's Harmonic Distortion—focusing their energy into a heavier, darker, and more mature direction. Unfortunately, subtle disagreements over the technicality of the material—coupled with continual lineup instability—brought VARIX's days to an end by early-1995.

Now, more than two decades later, Divebomb Records is thrilled to present the complete 11-song discography from these sorely overlooked German thrashers—including a brand new, freshly recorded track called "Fear Of God"! Fully remastered by Jamie King at The Basement Recording, the package also incorporates lyrics, archival photos, and a retrospective band interview conducted by NoEcho.net co-editor Andrew Aversionline. For the fans, by the fans!

COMRADES IN ARMS:
Skeptic Sense, Donor, Sieges Even, Life Artist, Paralysis

ARSENAL:
Limited edition of 500 copies - new in-depth band interview - Loads of band supplied archival photos - 24 page, thick booklet with download link to 20 page lyric booklet

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released September 9, 2016

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