What makes Breed to Breathe by Napalm Death notable?

'Breed to Breathe' is notable for its critical reception, with many reviewers praising its intensity and lyrical depth. The album continued to chart well within the underground metal scene, further establishing Napalm Death's influence on subsequent bands and movements, particularly in the realms of extreme metal and punk. Released in 1997, 'Breed to Breathe' marked Napalm Death's seventh studio album and followed their 1996 effort, 'Fear, Emptiness, Despair.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation as pioneers of grindcore while exploring heavier themes and more complex arrangements. This album came during a period of experimentation, reflecting a mature sound that still retained their aggressive roots.

Who is Breed to Breathe for?

Breed to Breathe works well if you're into concise energetic flow, front-loaded intensity and politically charged urgency.

How many songs are on Breed to Breathe?

Breed to Breathe has 6 tracks, running approximately 20 minutes.

Breed to Breathe

Napalm Death · 1997

20 min · 6 tracks · death metal · hardcore punk · grindcore

A ferocious blend of grindcore and death metal, raw and relentless with an unyielding political edge.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

concise energetic flow
front-loaded intensity
politically charged urgency
short bursts of aggression

Maybe skip if you want

seek slow, gradual builds
prefer lengthy atmospheric tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1997, 'Breed to Breathe' marked Napalm Death's seventh studio album and followed their 1996 effort, 'Fear, Emptiness, Despair.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation as pioneers of grindcore while exploring heavier themes and more complex arrangements. This album came during a period of experimentation, reflecting a mature sound that still retained their aggressive roots.
Stylistic neighbors: Carcass· Brutal Truth· Pig Destroyer

Tracklist

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

1 Breed to Breathe 3:16
2 All Intensive Purposes 3:24
3 Stranger Now 3:47
4 Bled Dry 2:22
5 Time Will Come 3:24
6 Suffer the Children 4:36

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