Scatter The Tribe - The Human Condition (EP)
- Rakkan
- Sep 19
- 4 min read
I first crossed paths with Scatter the Tribe in late 2022 when I photographed them before any music had been released. Watching them grow from that moment to this debut EP makes the release feel like a milestone not only for the band but also for those who have followed them since the start.
London’s Scatter the Tribe have been building momentum piece by piece since January 2024 when their first single “Consume” made an impact with its technical riffing and dark vocal edge. That was followed by “Rush” in April and “Tempest” in September, both of which showed the band’s clean sound and growing technical mastery. I spoke with the band in late 2024 about their journey and creative process, and much of what they said about themes and influences comes through clearly on this record. Six months on from their last single they deliver their first extended statement, a seven track EP featuring three brand new songs alongside the four earlier singles.
Scatter the Tribe call themselves a modern metal band. Across the EP you hear why. The riffs are tight and down tuned, the drumming precise, the production heavy but clear. They pull in touches from outside metal, but the weight always stays at the center. What brings it all together is Javier Rosas’ range, moving from harsh to melodic without losing intensity. It feels like a band that knows its strengths and leans into them.
The songs dig into inner conflict, the human psyche, and moments of losing control. Sometimes the spark comes from something small, like a line of graffiti. What matters is that the words fit the music and the mood. The title The Human Condition ties it all together, a clear sign the band know what they want to say and how to frame it.
The three new songs push things further. Revel in the Ire is my favorite. This song really crushes. It feels heavier right from the start and the guitar work combined with the way Javier launches into the vocals is a winning formula. More than any other track it embodies the EP title The Human Condition. If the record as a whole explores struggle and intensity, this is the song that makes that struggle feel bone crushing in sound and spirit. And then comes the solo at 03:12. Wow! My boy Dante finally earned his stripes with that one. I keep a playlist of tracks dating back to the 80s with amazing solos, and this one is absolutely joining that list. Hollow the Deliverance keeps the momentum going and Oblivious adds another layer, rounding out the set of new material with impact. The production keeps everything sharp and balanced so the intensity never muddies the clarity.
For listeners who followed the singles the EP gives context. The older tracks still sound fierce but now they are framed as part of a bigger journey. I like how they started with their first single “Consume” to set a familiar tone before moving into the first new track Hollow the Deliverance. The third track Oblivious adds another fresh chapter before the record builds toward its close. Tempest works well as the penultimate track, setting up the finale, and then Rush ends it all. This has always been my favorite song and I am glad it closes the EP. It still sounds fresh after all this time. The sequencing makes sense and the record flows in the absolute right way.
The UK metal scene is full of young bands trying to stand out. This EP shows that Scatter the Tribe already know who they are. They are heavy and technical but never get lost in showing off. They keep the songs clear and memorable while letting their range of influences slip in naturally. That balance is what makes them different and what will keep people paying attention.
Scatter the Tribe’s debut EP is not just a collection of singles. It is a statement. The band have taken time to figure themselves out and this record proves it. Seven songs that are tight, intense, and confident. They know who they are and they are ready for the next step.
Decibel Warfare is committed to supporting underrepresented bands in the scene but I also like to support my friends in real life. In this case I get to do both. That said, I would be writing this review regardless, because Scatter the Tribe have earned it on merit and on the quality of their music.
I am old school, so I still do not fully grasp what modern metal means. But I am not here to compare everything to 80s thrash or 90s death. I have always appreciated the history but embraced the evolution. To my ears there are hints of progressive elements, touches of metalcore, and some very catchy parts. My only advice is to be mindful of that thin line between metal and pop, because what makes Scatter the Tribe stand out is their ability to stay heavy and technical while still sounding clean and memorable. They are still writing their story and this is one hell of a first chapter. I will be first in line if they release a physical copy.
Tonight they are playing a sold out show at Blondies in London to debut the EP.
Scatter The Tribe is Javier Rosas (Vocals), Dante Coates (Guitar), Reza Felayati (Bass) and Craig Lockyer (Drums).