Released 20 years ago
Amortem
Ruoska · 2006
44 min · 11 tracks · alternative metal
A visceral blend of industrial metal and alternative rock, pulsating with aggressive riffs and haunting melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Amortem — The title track encapsulates the album's themes with its heavy instrumentation and introspective lyrics, serving as a powerful commentary on existence and mortality.
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Viiden tähden helvetti — This track stands out for its infectious chorus and energetic rhythm, showcasing the band's ability to blend aggression with catchiness while addressing societal issues.
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Sika — With its confrontational lyrics and driving beats, 'Sika' exemplifies Ruoska's industrial influences and critiques modern life, making it a provocative highlight on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- aggressive riffs for cathartic release
- haunting melodies with emotional weight
- short bursts of intense energy
- late-night reflectiveness with urgency
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of gentle soundscapes
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 14, 2006, Amortem is Ruoska's third studio album, following their previous release, Vuoto. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the Finnish metal scene, having gained recognition for their unique sound that merges Neue Deutsche Härte influences with Finnish lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Oomph!· Megaherz· Eisbrecher
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:55
- 2 Amortem 5:02
- 3 Pure minua 4:09
- 4 Taivas palaa 4:21
- 5 Järvet jäihin jää 4:45
- 6 Sika 3:44
- 7 Viiden tähden helvetti 3:29
- 8 Mies yli laidan 3:32
- 9 Tuonen orjat 4:21
- 10 Alasin 4:23
- 11 Kesä tulla saa 4:23
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