Harm’s Way return with Other World / V.B.Y.S.S., a crushing two-track EP that expands on the dark, heavy atmosphere they perfected on Common Suffering. These tracks showcase the band’s ability to combine bone-crushing intensity with deep, immersive textures, proving that Harm’s Way can push both groove and darkness to extreme levels.

The EP opens with “Other World,” a track that slowly builds from a tense, crawling intro into a full-on display of heaviness. High-string riffs slice through a thick foundation of bass and pounding drums, setting the stage for vocals that are simultaneously massive and menacing. As the track hits its main groove, the kick drum pounds like a hammer, and the song moves with a relentless, head-nodding momentum. Midway, the pace drops into a swampy, slower groove, the snare snapping sharply as the track seems to shift the floor beneath you. A colossal breakdown dominates the back half, while subtle layered backing vocals add unexpected depth to a track built for pure force. It’s hard to believe “Other World” didn’t make the last album, as the song’s drums and bass make the sound enormous, yet the dynamics keep it engaging from start to finish.

The second track, “V.B.Y.S.S.,” ventures into a darker, more hypnotic territory. Beginning with subtle drums and bass accompanied by eerie electronic flourishes, the track feels cold, foreboding, and almost cinematic. Soft vocals drift in before giving way to distant, booming screams that echo through the shadowy atmosphere. When industrial-tinged, crunchy riffs enter, the track deepens further into a mechanical, oppressive intensity, creating a sense of something lurking just out of reach. The hypnotic pacing and moody textures make “V.B.Y.S.S.” feel like a descent into an otherworldly space, contrasting perfectly with the more groove-oriented opener.

Together, these two tracks form a short but striking EP that highlights Harm’s Way at the peak of their heaviness and ambition. Other World / V.B.Y.S.S. is not just an extension of Common Suffering—it’s a glimpse into a darker, more textured future for the band. For fans of industrial hardcore, groove-driven metal, and heavy atmospheric music, this EP delivers two essential tracks that prove Harm’s Way can be massive, menacing, and innovative all at once.