Arise from Worms, a project led by Sonny Lombardozzi, has released its debut album, "A Bleeding Tree Hanging Self Destruction", which features a star-studded lineup including members of Incantation, Morbid Angel, Cryptopsy, and Dream Theater. The album is a technical death metal extravaganza, but does it live up to the hype? In this review, we'll delve into the album's strengths and weaknesses, exploring its musical prowess, the performances of its legendary members, and the overall impact of its self-indulgent instrumentation. While the album showcases exceptional technicality, it struggles to translate that into fully formed songs, leaving listeners impressed yet unmoved. Despite its flaws, "A Bleeding Tree" is a solid debut that hints at the potential of Arise from Worms, and it's worth hanging around for, even if it doesn't quite deliver on its promise. So, let's dive into the world of Arise from Worms and see if their worms are truly worth arising.
