What makes Autopsychosis by Katalepsy notable?

Autopsychosis received significant attention within the death metal community for its intricate compositions and aggressive sound. It was praised by various metal publications and helped the band gain a more substantial foothold internationally, marking a key moment in their career. Released in 2013, Autopsychosis is Katalepsy's sophomore album, following their debut, Musica de Morte. The band was solidifying its presence in the death metal scene, showcasing an evolution in songwriting and production quality that hinted at their growing ambition within the genre.

How many songs are on Autopsychosis?

Autopsychosis has 11 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Autopsychosis

Katalepsy · 2013

40 min · 11 tracks · death metal

A relentless barrage of guttural vocals and complex riffing, intertwining morbid themes with technical precision.

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Body Bags for the Gods — This track exemplifies Katalepsy's signature blend of brutal riffs and intricate rhythms while maintaining a catchy hook that resonates with listeners.
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Gore Conspiracy — The song stands out due to its relentless pace and evocative lyrics that create a vivid narrative surrounding dark themes in a unique way.
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Knifed Humility — This track showcases the band's technical prowess through complex time signatures and melodic elements, pushing the boundaries of conventional death metal.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate compositions and technical precision typical of modern death metal.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent tempo throughout, with most tracks maintaining a fast pace and aggressive energy.
Several tracks incorporate atmospheric interludes, such as 'Needles of Hypocrisy', which provide brief pauses in the relentless intensity.
Vocals alternate between guttural growls and higher-pitched screams, creating a dynamic contrast within the vocal delivery.

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: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Lurking in the Depth 3:39
2 Evidence of Near Death (E.N.D.) 2:39
3 Body Bags for the Gods 3:00
4 Cold Flesh Citadel 3:41
5 The Pulse of Somnambulist 4:04
6 Unearthly Urge to Supremacy 3:37
7 Gore Conspiracy 4:00
8 Amongst Phantom Worlds 4:06
9 Needles of Hypocrisy (interlude) 1:59
10 Knifed Humility 4:23
11 Taedium Vitae 5:02

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