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Cryptopsy

Cryptopsy · 2012

34 min · 8 tracks · technical death metal · brutal death metal

Technical precision meets unrelenting aggression in a relentless spiral of brutal death metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo aggression
  • technical precision throughout
  • immersive in-order listening
  • focused energy for workouts

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer light, melodic sounds
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 14, 2012, 'Cryptopsy' is the fifth studio album by the Canadian death metal band, showcasing their return to form after a seven-year hiatus since 'Once Was Not.' This album marked a significant lineup change with new vocalist Matt McGachy, signaling a fresh direction for the band's sound and approach. The band aimed to recapture their early intensity while integrating modern influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Origin· Necrophagist· Decrepit Birth

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Two‐Pound Torch 5:03
  • 2 Shag Harbour’s Visitors 4:21
  • 3 Red‐Skinned Scapegoat 5:57
  • 4 Damned Draft Dodgers 3:57
  • 5 Amputated Enigma 4:02
  • 6 The Golden Square Mile 3:12
  • 7 Ominous 3:46
  • 8 Cleansing the Hosts 4:35

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