Death Penalty
Witchfinder General · 1982
30 min · 7 tracks · heavy metal
A raw, heavy sound merges crushing doom riffs with gritty vocals, creating an oppressive atmosphere that defines the genre's early evolution.
Top tracks — play these first
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Death Penalty — The title track encapsulates the band's thematic focus on death and hardship, showcasing heavy guitar work and a memorable chorus that embodies their signature sound.
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Witchfinder General — This track stands out for its haunting lyrics and powerful riffing, creating an eerie ambiance that solidifies the band's connection to horror motifs prevalent in metal.
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R.I.P. — R.I.P. features a slower tempo that highlights the band’s ability to evoke a sense of foreboding, blending melody with heaviness in a way that exemplifies early doom metal aesthetics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- immersive thematic exploration
- contemplative listening experience
- dynamic emotional journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Death Penalty is Witchfinder General's debut album, released in 1982 as they emerged from the UK's burgeoning heavy metal scene. This record came at a time when the band was establishing their identity within the doom metal subgenre, following their formation in 1979 and preceding their subsequent albums that would further define their sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Candlemass· Saint Vitus· Pentagram
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Invisible Hate 6:05
- 2 Free Country 3:10
- 3 Death Penalty 5:35
- 4 No Stayer 4:25
- 5 Witchfinder General 3:51
- 6 Burning a Sinner 3:28
- 7 R.I.P. 4:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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