Covered in Blood
Arch Enemy · 2019
70 min · 24 tracks · melodic death metal
A ferocious blend of melodic death metal with fierce covers that pay homage to heavy music's classic anthems.
Top tracks — play these first
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Shout — This rendition captures the raw energy of the original while infusing it with Arch Enemy's signature melodic intensity, making it an electrifying opener.
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Symphony of Destruction — Arch Enemy's take on this Megadeth classic highlights their ability to reinterpret well-known tracks while retaining their own aggressive sound.
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Breaking the Law — This cover transforms Judas Priest’s anthem into a powerful showcase of precision and speed, exemplifying the band’s mastery of thrash elements.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively showcases Arch Enemy's take on classic tracks, balancing homage with their own sound.
What we noticed
- Tracks are arranged to alternate between well-known anthems and deeper cuts, maintaining a high energy throughout.
- The instrumentation is characterized by fast-paced guitar riffs and intricate solos, typical of melodic death metal.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- dynamic collection with surprises
- brutal reimaginings of classics
- high-energy tracks for adrenaline
- for group listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, mellow tunes
- seek standalone, polished singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — First full-length cover album showcasing a different approach for the band.
- Career context
- Released on January 18, 2019, 'Covered in Blood' is Arch Enemy's first full-length album of all cover songs, showcasing the band's adaptability and respect for heavy metal history. This album arrives after their critically acclaimed record 'Will to Power' (2017), marking a distinct detour in their discography by celebrating influences rather than presenting original material.
- Stylistic neighbors
- In Flames· Soilwork· Dark Tranquillity
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shout 4:45
- 2 Back to Black 3:21
- 3 Shadow on the Wall 3:03
- 4 Breaking the Law 2:20
- 5 Nitad 1:06
- 6 When the Innocent Die 1:57
- 7 Warsystem 0:54
- 8 Armed Revolution 0:51
- 9 Spräckta snutskallar 0:51
- 10 The Leader (of the Fuckin’ Assholes) 1:02
- 11 City Baby Attacked by Rats 2:48
- 12 Warning 2:44
- 13 The Zoo 4:42
- 14 Wings of Tomorrow 3:15
- 15 The Oath 4:14
- 16 The Book of Heavy Metal 4:16
- 17 Walk in the Shadows 3:06
- 18 Incarnated Solvent Abuse 4:35
- 19 Kill With Power 3:30
- 20 Symphony of Destruction 4:02
- 21 Aces High 4:24
- 22 Scream of Anger 3:46
- 23 Starbreaker 3:23
- 24 The Ides of March 1:44
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