Aushvitz - Koi Yabure, Suibotsu

Following the release of two singles 2002 and 2003, Aushvitz released another single, Koi Yabure, Suibotsu. The single signaled the start of a long period of inactivity from the band, but it was almost worth it for what they offered.

The single opens with the delicate keyboard intro of Doukoku and, just as you're getting comfortable, the song completely changes as it opens up with some impressive and fast guitar work right before the one minute mark. When the vocals start, Syu is growling the verse, but by the time the chorus begins, the song has changed in style again and has gone from a growling metal song to something altogether more power metal. The song continues for almost 8 minutes, but never shows any sign of becoming boring due to the constant yet subtle musical changes and impressive musicianship from all members.

The single continues with the title track, Koi yabure, suibotsu. Whilst the song is definitely a metal track, it is also a ballad. It may seem as though they are two opposing things, but it definitely works. Syu has such a rich and diverse voice that he can sing gruff vocals and power vocals as well as soft, ballad-esque vocals. Towards the end of the song, there is an impressive guitar solo that it is hard to believe would fit into such a song but, somehow, it does.

To finish off the single is Goumon yaburi, nogareru jutsu, arimasu ka? The song is definitely darker than the previous song and makes use of Syu’s gravely vocals. As the shortest song on the single (although it’s still over four and a half minutes long), it has slightly more punch to it, which is only emphasized by the punky nature of the vocal line, particularly during the chorus.

This is an excellent single. If nothing else, it is almost impossible to become bored listening to it because there are so many changes in the single's structure, as well as in the songs themselves. While they are generally labeled under the VK tag, they do not carry a VK sound at all (which definitely works in their favour). The band may not have released any of their own material for a while now, but with music like this it is hopeful that they won’t be forgotten for some time.