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A Celebration of Guilt

Arsis · 2004

44 min · 11 tracks · melodic death metal

A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and anguished vocals drives this melodic death metal debut.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady progression of intricate riffs
  • anguished vocals for emotional depth
  • mid-tempo energy for focus
  • immersive experience through in-order listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, upbeat tracks
  • avoid complex emotional themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2004, 'A Celebration of Guilt' marked Arsis's debut album following the release of their demo 'The Face of My Innocence' in 2003. At this point, the band was establishing itself within the melodic death metal scene, showcasing a blend of technical musicianship and emotional intensity that would define their future work.
Stylistic neighbors
Die Apokalyptischen Reiter· Ensiferum· Varg

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Face of My Innocence 5:33
  • 2 Maddening Disdain 3:30
  • 3 Seven Whispers Fell Silent 3:46
  • 4 Return 4:42
  • 5 Worship Depraved 3:02
  • 6 Carnal Ways to Recreate the Heart 4:52
  • 7 Dust and Guilt 4:25
  • 8 Elegant and Perverse 2:23
  • 9 The Sadistic Motives Behind Bereavement Letters 4:25
  • 10 Looking to Nothing 3:22
  • 11 Wholly Night 4:20

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