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Cult of Death

Deathchain · 2007

43 min · 8 tracks · thrash metal

Frenzied riffs and guttural growls collide in a relentless sonic assault that embodies the darkness of thrash metal.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Deathammer — The opening track sets a furious pace with its relentless drumming and heavy guitar riffs, establishing the album's dark atmosphere right from the start.
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    Cult of Death — As the title track, it encapsulates the thematic essence of the album, blending haunting melodies with ferocious energy that exemplifies Deathchain's signature style.
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    Necrophiliac Lust — This track stands out for its provocative lyrics and intricate guitar work, pushing the boundaries of both horror and musicality within thrash metal.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album delivers intense thrash metal with solid execution but lacks standout compositions or lasting impact.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, maintaining high energy through the first half.
  • Each song features rapid guitar riffs and aggressive drumming, with guttural vocals layered throughout.
  • Several tracks incorporate tempo shifts, alternating between blast beats and slower, heavier sections to create dynamic contrast.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Deathammer 5:42
  • 2 Hour of the Exorcist 4:25
  • 3 Pit of the Possessed 4:35
  • 4 Serpent of the Deep 6:32
  • 5 In the Crypt of Vengeance 5:08
  • 6 Witchstorm 5:36
  • 7 Necrophiliac Lust 4:17
  • 8 Cult of Death 7:10

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