Aria van Weye 
Japanese metal powerhouse Knosis have unleashed a feral new anthem with their latest single “DOKUNUMA”, a punishing track that lives up to its name—translating roughly to “poison swamp.” Drenched in a suffocating atmosphere of downtuned guitars, guttural vocals, and rhythmic precision, DOKUNUMA is a statement piece that solidifies Knosis as one of the most uncompromising forces in Japan’s modern metal scene.
The single immediately plunges listeners into a churning sludge of brutal riffs and pulsating breakdowns, capturing a sound that’s both oppressive and cathartic. Knosis expertly balance elements of metalcore, deathcore, and industrial metal, creating a sonic environment that mirrors emotional chaos. For fans of bands like Crystal Lake, Knocked Loose, or Slaughter to Prevail, DOKUNUMA delivers all the crushing weight with an added touch of Japanese precision and rage.
What sets DOKUNUMA apart is its dynamic construction. The track shifts from brooding ambiance to full-throttle brutality with finesse, showcasing Knosis’ evolution in sound. Former Crystal Lake vocalist Ryo Kinoshita, who leads Knosis, brings a performance that is both raw and theatrical—his signature scream cutting through the mix like a blade. The lyrical content touches on inner decay, toxicity, and the struggle to escape mental quicksand.
Knosis continue to position themselves as leaders of a new wave in Japanese metal—combining cutting-edge production with emotional depth and genre-defying sound. DOKUNUMA isn’t here to comfort you—it’s here to confront your darkest thoughts and shake the foundations of your musical expectations. And for fans craving a more emotionally intelligent version of extreme metal, Knosis are delivering with lethal precision.
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