What makes Cannibalised by Biomechanical notable?

'Cannibalised' received attention for its ambitious blend of genres, earning praise from metal publications and contributing to the burgeoning progressive metal movement in the UK. The album's intricate compositions and thematic depth helped solidify Biomechanical's place as a noteworthy act, even if it did not achieve mainstream commercial success. By the time 'Cannibalised' was released in 2008, Biomechanical had established themselves within the UK metal scene, following their debut album 'The Empires of the World' in 2005. This sophomore effort showcased their evolution into a more complex sound, combining technical prowess with aggressive thrash influences as they sought to build on their growing fanbase.

Who is Cannibalised for?

Cannibalised works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.

How many songs are on Cannibalised?

Cannibalised has 14 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.

Cannibalised

Biomechanical · 2008

63 min · 14 tracks · progressive metal

A relentless fusion of progressive and thrash metal, infused with intricate rhythms and haunting melodies throughout its runtime.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
Cannibalised — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its complex structures and dynamic shifts, illustrating the band's unique sound and thematic concerns about consumption and transformation.
→
Predatory — This track exemplifies Biomechanical's thrash influences, featuring aggressive riffs paired with melodic sections that showcase their technical abilities and lyrical depth.
→
Reborn in Damnation — With its haunting atmosphere and introspective lyrics, this song highlights the band's ability to blend heaviness with emotional weight, making it a standout moment on the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
long, immersive listening sessions
gradual builds and payoffs
layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Cannibalised' was released in 2008, Biomechanical had established themselves within the UK metal scene, following their debut album 'The Empires of the World' in 2005. This sophomore effort showcased their evolution into a more complex sound, combining technical prowess with aggressive thrash influences as they sought to build on their growing fanbase.
Stylistic neighbors: Meshuggah· Between the Buried and Me· Twelve Foot Ninja

Tracklist

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

1 Fallen in Fear 4:32
2 The Unseen 4:30
3 Cannibalised 5:56
4 Breathing Silence 5:08
5 Predatory 4:50
6 Slow the Poison 5:50
7 Consumed 5:11
8 Reborn in Damnation 4:01
9 Through Hatred Arise 4:44
10 Violent Descent 3:25
11 Beyond the Descent (Fallen in Fear / Regenerated) 2:30
12 Reborn Into Darkness (Through Hatred Arise) 4:22
13 Imperium (Absolution, Parts I-III) 4:42
14 Through the Remains (Consumed) 4:09

What to play next

Go back to

The Empires of the Worlds

2005

Full Biomechanical discography Artists like Biomechanical

progressive metal thrash metal

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata