Animosity
Corrosion of Conformity · 1985
26 min · 10 tracks · sludge metal
A raw and aggressive fusion of Southern metal and punk energy, punctuated by powerful riffs and fervent vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Loss for Words — This opening track sets a relentless pace with its driving rhythms and urgent vocals, encapsulating the band's raw energy and thematic concerns.
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Mad World — Clocking in at under two minutes, this track delivers a blistering critique of societal apathy, showcasing the band's tight musicianship and lyrical sharpness.
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Animosity — The title track embodies the album's overarching themes of conflict and strife, featuring heavy instrumental sections that highlight the band's stoner metal roots.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong riffs and varied dynamics but lacks some cohesion in its flow.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, often shifting from heavy riffs to more melodic sections, creating a sense of unpredictability.
- Vocals alternate between shouted and sung styles, contributing to the raw energy and intensity throughout the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- concise bursts of aggression
- high-energy party ignition
- cathartic release of frustration
- front-loaded intensity throughout
- for short, loud sessions
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, meditative tracks
- seek polished, radio-friendly sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1985, Animosity was Corrosion of Conformity's second album, following their self-titled debut in 1984. At this point, the band was beginning to carve out their niche within the burgeoning metal scene, blending elements of hardcore punk with Southern rock influences, which would define their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Down· Eyehategod· Crowbar
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Prayer
The moment shifts from personal introspection to a broader critique of societal issues in its final verse.
This structural shift allows the song to move from individual pain to collective struggle, deepening its impact through contrasting perspectives.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Loss for Words 4:05
- 2 Mad World 1:53
- 3 Consumed 2:52
- 4 Holier 2:26
- 5 Positive Outlook 3:04
- 6 Prayer 2:25
- 7 Intervention 2:25
- 8 Kiss of Death 1:31
- 9 Hungry Child 1:19
- 10 Animosity 4:16
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