Commandment
Six Feet Under · 2007
34 min · 10 tracks · death metal
A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and guttural vocals that exemplify death metal's darker, more visceral side.
Top tracks — play these first
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Doomsday — The opening track sets a ferocious tone with explosive riffs and an unforgettable chorus that encapsulates the band's heavy style.
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Zombie Executioner — This track showcases a perfect blend of groove and speed, featuring engaging lyrics about classic horror themes that resonate well with fans.
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Resurrection of the Rotten — With its punishing rhythm and chilling narrative, this song highlights Six Feet Under's ability to merge storytelling with brutal instrumentation.
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The Evil Eye — This track stands out due to its dark atmosphere and haunting melodies, showcasing the band’s dynamic range while maintaining their heavy sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album delivers aggressive riffs and guttural vocals typical of death metal, maintaining a consistent yet intense atmosphere.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down slightly in the latter tracks.
- Each song features aggressive guitar riffs layered with deep guttural vocals, creating a dense wall of sound characteristic of death metal.
- Several tracks incorporate breakdowns that shift the rhythm dramatically, providing moments of intensity followed by brief lulls.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo aggression
- relentless vocal intensity
- focused listening experience
- satisfying album flow
- headbanging rhythm for release
Maybe skip if you
- prefer light, uplifting sounds
- seek instant melodic gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Commandment' was released in 2007, Six Feet Under was already a prominent name in the death metal scene, known for their blend of groove and brutality. This album marked their seventh studio release, continuing the momentum established by previous efforts like 'Bringer of Blood' from 2004, solidifying their signature sound within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cannibal Corpse· Obituary· Dying Fetus
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Doomsday 3:47
- 2 Thou Shall Kill 3:07
- 3 Zombie Executioner 2:52
- 4 The Edge of the Hatchet 3:55
- 5 Bled to Death 3:17
- 6 Resurrection of the Rotten 2:55
- 7 As the Blade Turns 3:33
- 8 The Evil Eye 3:26
- 9 In a Vacant Grave 3:35
- 10 Ghosts of the Undead 3:58
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