Sanshi CD

RIPPED TO SHREDS return with Sanshi, a powerful fusion of old-school death metal and intense grindcore energy. Fronted by guitarist and vocalist Andrew Lee, the San Jose band delivers relentless drumming, precise dual guitar work, and vocals inspired by van Drunen’s ferocity. Sanshi delves into death and the afterlife through traditional Chinese folklore, enriching each track with dark, vivid storytelling. Highlights include “Perverting the Funeral Rites,” inspired by a unique Taiwanese funeral custom, and “Force Fed,” referencing the myth of Meng Po’s memory-erasing elixir. “Living in Effigy” captures poignant tales of photographers documenting forgotten elders’ funeral portraits in rural China. The album’s striking cover art by Guang Yang features Yan Luo Wang, the God of Hell, overseeing souls in judgment. Sanshi solidifies RIPPED TO SHREDS’ position at the cutting edge of extreme metal.