Archangel
Soulfly · 2015
45 min · 23 tracks · thrash metal · groove metal
A fierce fusion of groove and thrash metal, laced with dark themes and relentless energy.
Why this album works
Upon its release, 'Archangel' received positive reviews, with critics praising its intensity and musicianship. It debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, reinforcing Soulfly's status within the metal community and influencing a new generation of groove metal bands seeking to blend aggression with melodic elements.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with energetic peaks fierce intensity for cathartic release short bursts of relentless power
- Context
- By the time 'Archangel' was released in 2015, Soulfly had established themselves as a prominent force in metal, following their 2013 album 'Savages'. This release marked their ninth studio album and continued their exploration of heavy riffs combined with world music influences, showcasing Max Cavalera's enduring creativity after decades in the industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sepultura· Prong· Rob Zombie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 We Sold Our Souls to Metal Standout 3:00
- 2 Archangel Standout 4:47
- 3 Sodomites 3:55
- 4 Ishtar Rising 2:45
- 5 Live Life Hard! Standout 3:56
- 6 Shamash 3:48
- 7 Bethlehem's Blood 4:18
- 8 Titans 4:44
- 9 Deceiver 2:44
- 10 Mother of Dragons 2:41
- 11 You Suffer 0:10
- 12 Acosador nocturno 2:45
- 13 Soulfly X 5:42
Disc 2
- 1 Cannibal Holocaust
- 2 Refuse/Resist (Sepultura Cover)
- 3 Bloodshed
- 4 Back to the Primitive
- 5 Seek 'n' Strike
- 6 Tribe
- 7 Rise of the Fallen
- 8 Revengeance
- 9 Roots Bloody Roots (Sepultura Cover)
- 10 Jumpdafuckup/Eye for an Eye
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