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Book Burner

Pig Destroyer · 2012

31 min · 19 tracks · grindcore

Razor-sharp grindcore erupts with relentless intensity and a visceral aggression that defines Pig Destroyer's sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of visceral intensity
  • fragmented pacing demands attention
  • high-energy release for catharsis
  • for aggressive workouts

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, cohesive albums
  • seek melodic and soothing sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2012, 'Book Burner' is Pig Destroyer's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Phantom Limb' from 2007. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation in the grindcore scene, known for their ferocity and innovative approach. This album marked a return to a more raw and aggressive sound after exploring diverse influences in previous releases.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sis 1:15
  • 2 The American's Head 0:49
  • 3 The Underground Man 0:32
  • 4 Eve 1:15
  • 5 The Diplomat 2:57
  • 6 All Seeing Eye 0:42
  • 7 Valley of the Geysers 2:20
  • 8 Book Burner 0:40
  • 9 Machiavellian 1:12
  • 10 Baltimore Strangler 3:19
  • 11 White Lady 1:25
  • 12 The Bug 3:06
  • 13 Iron Drunk 1:44
  • 14 Burning Palm 1:53
  • 15 Dirty Knife 1:14
  • 16 Totaled 0:42
  • 17 Kamikaze Heart 1:35
  • 18 King of Clubs 1:06
  • 19 Permanent Funeral 4:08

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