What makes Attitude by Sepultura notable?

Upon its release, 'Attitude' highlighted Sepultura's commitment to cultural expression within heavy music and received positive reviews from critics for its innovative approach. The album's live tracks also showcased their dynamic performance style, further solidifying their reputation in the metal community. By the time 'Attitude' was released in 1996, Sepultura had already established themselves as a leading force in the metal scene following their breakthrough with 'Chaos A.D.' in 1993. This album marked their continued evolution, incorporating more world music influences, particularly from Brazilian culture, while maintaining their signature heavy sound.

How many songs are on Attitude?

Attitude has 4 tracks, running approximately 13 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Attitude

Sepultura · 1996

13 min · 4 tracks · death metal

A fierce blend of groove metal and tribal rhythms, showcasing Sepultura's Brazilian roots and relentless energy.

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Attitude — The title track exemplifies the album's fusion of aggressive riffs with rhythmic elements drawn from Brazilian music, capturing the essence of Sepultura's evolving sound.
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Kaiowas (Tribal Jam) — This instrumental track merges traditional Brazilian sounds with metal dynamics, serving as a powerful statement of cultural identity and artistic exploration.
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Clenched Fist (live) — The live rendition showcases the raw energy and intensity of Sepultura's performances, highlighting their ability to engage audiences through powerful musicianship.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

61 /100

Treeline

Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

The single blends aggressive metal with tribal elements, showcasing Sepultura's unique sound and cultural roots.

What we noticed

The title track 'Attitude' features aggressive guitar riffs paired with tribal percussion, establishing a strong rhythmic foundation.
The second track 'Kaiowas (Tribal Jam)' incorporates traditional Brazilian instruments, creating a distinct cultural soundscape.
Both live tracks showcase the band's energetic performance style, emphasizing crowd interaction and dynamic shifts in intensity.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.