An Excellent Servant But a Terrible Master
Pyrrhon · 2011
45 min · 8 tracks · technical death metal
A whirlwind of dissonant riffs and chaotic rhythms, enveloping the listener in a dark, cerebral atmosphere.
An Excellent Servant But a Terrible Master is an album by Pyrrhon, released in 2011. A whirlwind of dissonant riffs and chaotic rhythms, enveloping the listener in a dark, cerebral atmosphere. This album garnered significant attention for its avant-garde approach to technical death metal, influencing later acts in the genre. It received critical acclaim from various publications, including MetalSucks and Decibel, which praised its originality and depth, helping to solidify Pyrrhon's reputation as innovators in extreme music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does An Excellent Servant But a Terrible Master sound like?
A whirlwind of dissonant riffs and chaotic rhythms, enveloping the listener in a dark, cerebral atmosphere. Rooted in technical death metal.
What makes An Excellent Servant But a Terrible Master by Pyrrhon notable?
This album garnered significant attention for its avant-garde approach to technical death metal, influencing later acts in the genre. It received critical acclaim from various publications, including MetalSucks and Decibel, which praised its originality and depth, helping to solidify Pyrrhon's reputation as innovators in extreme music. Released on January 1, 2011, 'An Excellent Servant But a Terrible Master' is Pyrrhon's debut full-length album following their earlier EPs. At this point, the band was establishing their identity within the technical death metal scene, showcasing their unique blend of complex compositions and philosophical lyrics.
How many songs are on An Excellent Servant But a Terrible Master?
An Excellent Servant But a Terrible Master has 8 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 New Parasite Standout 7:34
- 2 Glossolalian 3:13
- 3 Idiot Circles 4:40
- 4 Correcting a Mistake 3:21
- 5 Gamma Knife Standout 4:55
- 6 The Architect Confesses (Spittlestrand Hair) 4:49
- 7 Flesh Isolation Chamber Standout 8:24
- 8 A Terrible Master 8:04
Release Date
January 1, 2011
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
45 min 0 sec
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