Why this album works
The album is significant for its critical reception, often cited as a crucial release that helped shape the metalcore genre. It has influenced many subsequent bands and is recognized for its unflinching lyrical content and aggressive instrumentation. 'Caring and Killing' solidified Converge's reputation as innovators in heavy music during the late 1990s.
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'Caring and Killing' was Converge's second album, following their debut 'Halo in a Haystack.' This record marked a pivotal moment in their sound, showcasing an evolution towards the complex, chaotic style that would define their later work. At this point, Converge was still establishing themselves within the burgeoning metalcore scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carajo· I Set My Friends On Fire· Beartooth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shallow Breathing / I Abstain Standout 5:20
- 2 Two Day Romance 3:38
- 3 Fact Leaves Its Ghost 2:32
- 4 Becoming a Stranger 4:09
- 5 Antithesis Standout 5:28
- 6 Dead 3:00
- 7 Tied to My Neck 3:36
- 8 Divinity Standout 4:25
- 9 Blind 3:25
- 10 Sky 3:41
- 11 Down 5:02
- 12 Zodiac 3:54
- 13 Yesterday 4:51
- 14 Savior Salvation 3:28
- 15 But Life Goes On 4:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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