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Deadmeat Disciples

Deathchain · 2003

32 min · 9 tracks · thrash metal

A relentless barrage of riffs and aggressive rhythms that embody the ferocity of underground thrash metal.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Chaos Wartech — The opening track sets the tone for the album with blistering speed and intricate guitar work, showcasing the band's technical prowess right from the start.
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    Carnal Damage — This track features a catchy yet brutal chorus that exemplifies Deathchain's ability to blend aggression with memorable hooks, making it a standout moment on the album.
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    Deadmeat Disciples — As the title track, it encapsulates the thematic essence of the album—melding horror motifs with a relentless musical assault that defines their signature sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong musicianship and energy typical of thrash metal but doesn't significantly innovate within the genre.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing slightly in the latter tracks.
  • Each song features rapid-fire guitar riffs and aggressive drumming, with frequent tempo changes that keep the listener engaged.
  • Vocals are delivered in a harsh style that complements the intense instrumentation, often layered with backing screams to enhance the ferocity.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Chaos Wartech 3:47
  • 2 Rabid Vultures 3:37
  • 3 Poltergeist (The Nemesis) 3:10
  • 4 March of the Thousand Legions 3:34
  • 5 Carnal Damage 3:25
  • 6 Undertaker 3:33
  • 7 Skeletal Claws 3:20
  • 8 Carrier of Pestilence 4:25
  • 9 Deadmeat Disciples 3:58

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