Abysmal
The Black Dahlia Murder · 2015
37 min · 10 tracks · melodic death metal
A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and guttural vocals that create an immersive auditory descent into darkness.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo intensity immersive auditory descent relentless riff-driven experience
- Context
- In 2015, The Black Dahlia Murder released 'Abysmal' as their sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Everblack.' At this point in their career, they had solidified their position within the melodic death metal scene, known for their blend of aggressive instrumentation and lyrical depth. This album continued to showcase their evolution while maintaining the brutal yet melodic sound fans had come to expect.
- If you like
- melodic death metal
Abysmal is an album by The Black Dahlia Murder, released in 2015. A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and guttural vocals that create an immersive auditory descent into darkness. 'Abysmal' debuted at number 28 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking one of the band's highest placements. The album received generally favorable reviews from critics, emphasizing its technical prowess and thematic cohesion, which further entrenched The Black Dahlia Murder as a leading force in modern metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Abysmal sound like?
A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and guttural vocals that create an immersive auditory descent into darkness. Rooted in melodic death metal.
What makes Abysmal by The Black Dahlia Murder notable?
'Abysmal' debuted at number 28 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking one of the band's highest placements. The album received generally favorable reviews from critics, emphasizing its technical prowess and thematic cohesion, which further entrenched The Black Dahlia Murder as a leading force in modern metal. In 2015, The Black Dahlia Murder released 'Abysmal' as their sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Everblack.' At this point in their career, they had solidified their position within the melodic death metal scene, known for their blend of aggressive instrumentation and lyrical depth. This album continued to showcase their evolution while maintaining the brutal yet melodic sound fans had come to expect.
Who is Abysmal for?
Abysmal works well if you're into steady mid-tempo intensity, immersive auditory descent and relentless riff-driven experience.
How many songs are on Abysmal?
Abysmal has 10 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Receipt Standout 4:02
- 2 Vlad, Son of the Dragon Standout 2:56
- 3 Abysmal 3:41
- 4 Re‐Faced 3:50
- 5 Threat Level No. 3 Standout 3:46
- 6 The Fog 3:50
- 7 Stygiophobic 3:14
- 8 Asylum 3:38
- 9 The Advent 3:41
- 10 That Cannot Die Which Eternally Is Dead 4:29
Release Date
January 1, 2015
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
37 min 12 sec
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