Abducted
Hypocrisy · 1996
67 min · 17 tracks · melodic death metal
A relentless barrage of melodic death metal that weaves science fiction themes with haunting melodies.
Why this album works
'Abducted' received significant acclaim within metal circles and marked Hypocrisy's continued rise in the genre, influencing numerous bands in the melodic death metal movement. The album's unique blend of heavy riffs and atmospheric elements contributed to its lasting impact, establishing it as a pivotal release during the mid-90s metal resurgence.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- When 'Abducted' was released in February 1996, Hypocrisy was solidifying their presence in the melodic death metal scene, following the success of their previous album, 'The Fourth Dimension'. This third studio album showcased their evolving sound and thematic depth, particularly exploring alien abduction narratives that would become a hallmark of their style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Die Apokalyptischen Reiter· Ensiferum· Hatesphere
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Gathering 1:10
- 2 Roswell 47 Standout 3:57
- 3 Killing Art Standout 2:56
- 4 The Arrival of the Demons, Part 2 3:19
- 5 Buried 3:11
- 6 Abducted Standout 2:51
- 7 Paradox 4:32
- 8 Point of No Return 3:56
- 9 When the Candle Fades 5:31
- 10 Carved Up 3:30
- 11 Reflections 2:37
- 12 Slippin' Away 5:13
- 13 Drained 4:30
- 14 Fractured Millenium (live) 5:27
- 15 Legions Descend (live) 4:08
- 16 Fire in the Sky (live) 5:13
- 17 Elastic Inverted Visions (live) 5:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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