Collateral Defect
Graveworm · 2007
46 min · 11 tracks · gothic metal
A haunting blend of symphonic melodies and aggressive riffs, enveloping listeners in a dark atmospheric journey through despair.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bloodwork — This track exemplifies Graveworm's ability to fuse melodic elements with aggressive instrumentation, making it a quintessential example of their sound.
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The Day I Die — With its emotional weight and dynamic shifts, this song captures the essence of the album's exploration of mortality and despair.
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Scars of Sorrow — This track stands out for its haunting melodies paired with intense lyrical themes, illustrating the band's signature blend of beauty and darkness.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting melodies with aggressive intensity
- dark atmospheric journeys through despair
- emotional depth in each track
- short bursts of impactful storytelling
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, cheerful sounds
- want light and airy themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2007, Collateral Defect is Graveworm's fifth studio album, following the previous release, (N)utopia. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence within the gothic and melodic black metal scenes, showcasing an evolution in their sound while maintaining their signature dark themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dimmu Borgir· Cradle of Filth· Dark Funeral
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Reflections 2:27
- 2 Bloodwork 3:29
- 3 Touch of Hate 3:08
- 4 Suicide Code 3:51
- 5 The Day I Die 5:11
- 6 Fragile Side 4:20
- 7 I Need a Hero 4:33
- 8 Out of Clouds 3:53
- 9 Scars of Sorrow 3:54
- 10 Memories 6:15
- 11 Which Way 5:32
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