A Predator's Portrait
Soilwork · 2001
45 min · 10 tracks · melodic death metal
Melodic death metal riffs intertwine with aggressive vocals, creating a hauntingly intricate soundscape that reflects inner turmoil.
Why this album works
'A Predator's Portrait' received critical acclaim for its innovative sound, helping to elevate Soilwork within the metal community. The album not only charted well in various countries but also influenced a wave of bands seeking to fuse melody with heaviness in the early 2000s.
- Best for
- steady energetic flow throughout hauntingly intricate soundscapes inner turmoil exploration in music
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'A Predator's Portrait' is Soilwork's third studio album, following their acclaimed 'The Chainheart Machine.' At this stage, the band solidified their presence in the melodic death metal scene, building on their distinctive blend of aggression and melody while exploring more complex lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Die Apokalyptischen Reiter· Ensiferum· Hatesphere
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bastard Chain Standout 4:02
- 2 Like the Average Stalker 4:30
- 3 Needlefeast Standout 4:06
- 4 Neurotica Rampage 4:44
- 5 The Analyst 4:42
- 6 Grand Failure Anthem 5:20
- 7 Structure Divine 4:06
- 8 Shadowchild 4:38
- 9 Final Fatal Force 4:59
- 10 A Predator’s Portrait Standout 4:31
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