Deathrace King
The Crown · 2000
49 min · 11 tracks · death metal
A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and guttural vocals that embody the raw intensity of Swedish death metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Executioner (Slayer of the Light) — This track showcases a blend of thrash elements with melodic hooks, capturing the band's unique sound while highlighting their lyrical themes of vengeance and chaos.
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Vengeance — The song features relentless guitar work and intense drumming, embodying the aggressive spirit of the album while serving as an anthem for retribution.
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Total Satan — Clocking in at over eight minutes, this epic track combines intricate rhythms with a haunting atmosphere, demonstrating the band's technical prowess and thematic depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and maintains high energy, solidifying its place in Swedish death metal.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, maintaining high energy through the first five songs.
- Each song features complex guitar riffs layered over aggressive drumming, with guttural vocals consistently driving the intensity.
- Several tracks incorporate tempo changes, shifting from blast beats to slower, heavier sections that create dynamic contrasts.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- relentless energy for workouts
- cathartic release of aggression
- intense focus during driving
- for late-night intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer soft, melodic sounds
- seek lighthearted, upbeat vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, Deathrace King was The Crown's fifth studio album and showcased their evolution after a lineup change that saw frontman Johan Lindstrand return. This album followed the commercial success of their previous work, Crowned in Terror, solidifying their place within the death metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- At the Gates· Dark Tranquillity· Soilwork
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Won't Follow
The bridge shifts to a faster tempo with an aggressive vocal delivery that rejects conformity, emphasizing individuality amidst chaos.
This transition contrasts sharply with the preceding verses, creating a powerful declaration that underscores themes of rebellion and self-assertion.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Deathexplosion 3:57
- 2 Executioner (Slayer of the Light) 3:45
- 3 Back From the Grave 3:06
- 4 Devil Gate Ride 4:10
- 5 Vengeance 4:44
- 6 Rebel Angel 4:21
- 7 I Won't Follow 4:28
- 8 Blitzkrieg Witchcraft 3:37
- 9 Dead Man's Song 4:08
- 10 Total Satan 4:07
- 11 Killing Star (Superbia Luxuria XXX) 8:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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