Deathcrush
Mayhem · 1987
17 min · 7 tracks · black metal
Raucous and raw, this album channels chaos through frenzied guitar riffs and guttural vocals.
Why this album works
'Deathcrush' is significant for its influence on the black metal genre, showcasing a raw production style that would become a hallmark of the scene. The album's cover art and themes sparked controversy and discussions about censorship within metal music, establishing Mayhem as a controversial figure in the underground.
- Best for
- short, intense listening bursts chaotic energy release raw, aggressive soundscapes
- Context
- Released in 1987, 'Deathcrush' marked Mayhem's debut EP, introducing their pioneering sound in the black metal genre. At this time, the band was still forming its identity amidst the burgeoning Norwegian black metal scene, which would soon explode into global consciousness.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Silvester Anfang 1:56
- 2 Deathcrush Standout 3:33
- 3 Chainsaw Gutsfuck Standout 3:32
- 4 Witching Hour Standout 1:49
- 5 Necrolust 3:37
- 6 (Weird) Manheim 0:48
- 7 Pure Fucking Armageddon 2:09
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