Tasters deliver a high-octane collision of early 2000s nu-metal grit and modern metalcore precision. Their sound is defined by a relentless forward momentum, characterized by thick, down-tuned guitar riffs that lock into complex, tribal-influenced percussion patterns. It is music designed for movement, whether that is in a mosh pit or during a high-intensity workout, providing a constant stream of adrenaline through explosive breakdowns and soaring, aggressive choruses.
What truly sets them apart is their integration of electronic elements. Rather than just using synths as background texture, they employ Korg Triton loops and digital samples as a core rhythmic component, creating a 'cyber-metal' atmosphere that feels both industrial and organic. The dual-vocal attack provides a wide spectrum of intensity, ranging from guttural lows to piercing high screams, often layered over melodic hooks that offer a brief reprieve from the sonic assault.
For those new to the band, Reckless Till the End is the definitive starting point. It captures their transition into a more polished, Nuclear Blast-era sound while retaining the raw, 'tribal metalcore' identity they forged in their early years. It is an essential listen for fans of the late-2000s European metalcore scene who want a bit more electronic edge in their rotation.
Tasters (formerly known as Taster's Choice) is an Italian metalcore band from Livorno, Italy. They formed in 1999 and have released two studio albums, Shining (2005) and The Rebirth (2009). As part of the metalcore scene, Tasters has opened for Cancer Bats, Thirty Seconds to Mars, Sonic Syndicate, Evergreen Terrace, Terror, Aiden and other American bands touring abroad. In December 2009, they toured with Scottish band Bleed from Within and as headliners in February–March 2010, also touring Russia for 30 shows. In June 2011, Tasters announced that the band has signed to Nuclear Blast for the release of their album Reckless Till the End.
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