I really hope these aren’t Injustice’s final words because I’m confident this band is capable of so much more. What we have here is a hardcore release that doesn’t quite manage to spark anything fresh or exciting. The riffs are heavy and chuggy, sure, but they feel overly basic and uninspired. It’s as if they’re trying to force that slow, punishing heaviness that makes you want to dive into a pit, but instead, it just ends up feeling like a chore after a while. The repetition of the riffs doesn’t do much to keep the energy up, and you quickly find yourself tuning out instead of getting hyped.

The vocals are another area where things fall short. Both the clean and unclean vocals seem lacking in confidence, as if the vocalist is unsure of how far to push himself. There’s a hesitance in the delivery, and it really hinders the intensity that these songs need. He sounds like he’s holding back, which undermines the power of the tracks and prevents the songs from reaching their full potential. And speaking of vocals, the gang vocals here are mixed poorly. They don’t mesh together in a way that amplifies the energy of the songs; instead, they end up feeling disjointed and flat.

However, I don’t want to dwell on the negatives for too long. There are some bright spots in this release. The drumming is solid—while it’s not flashy, the drummer does a great job of adding some dynamic elements to the tracks. The use of hi-hats, cymbals, and various percussive touches helps break up the monotony of the riffs and gives the songs a bit more flair. It’s a subtle yet effective touch that contributes to the overall sound in a meaningful way.

Now, when it comes to the vocals, the deep, guttural screams are easily the highlight of this EP. When the vocalist shifts into those brutal, harsh growls, he sounds absolutely commanding and confident. There’s a stark contrast between the clean and unclean vocals, almost as if there are two different singers at play. The gutturals, in particular, have a lot of power behind them, and when they’re unleashed, you can really feel the intensity. If the band could bring that same level of conviction to the clean vocals, it could elevate the whole sound to the next level.

While this EP has its fair share of missteps, I believe Injustice still has a lot of potential. With some refinement and focus, they could craft more compelling, hard-hitting songs in the future. They’ve got the right ingredients—they just need to figure out how to bring it all together in a more cohesive, impactful way.