City of Evil
Avenged Sevenfold · 2005
72 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal · metalcore
A ferocious blend of intricate guitar work and theatrical storytelling set against a backdrop of heavy metal intensity.
Why this album works
'City of Evil' debuted at number 30 on the Billboard 200 chart and showcased a shift towards a more melodic and grandiose sound that would influence countless bands in the metal genre. Its single 'Bat Country' received significant radio play and contributed to the band's rise as one of the leading acts in modern heavy metal.
- Best for
- theatrical storytelling through intensity cathartic climaxes and releases immersive journey through contrasting moods
- Context
- Released on June 6, 2005, 'City of Evil' was Avenged Sevenfold's third studio album and marked a critical turning point in their career. At this time, they were transitioning from the underground metalcore scene into mainstream recognition, following their previous album 'Waking the Fallen', which had begun to establish their presence in the metal community.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Between the Buried and Me· Black Tide· Mickey Avalon
- If this clicks, go next to
- Avenged Sevenfold — This album continues the heavy metal intensity with a more polished sound.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Beast and the Harlot".
- 1 Beast and the Harlot Start here 5:40
- 2 Burn It Down 4:58
- 3 Blinded in Chains 6:34
- 4 Bat Country Standout 5:13
- 5 Trashed and Scattered 5:53
- 6 Seize the Day Standout 5:32
- 7 Sidewinder 7:01
- 8 The Wicked End 7:10
- 9 Strength of the World 9:14
- 10 Betrayed 6:47
- 11 M.I.A. 8:46
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