Released 10 years ago
Decision Day
Sodom · 2016
55 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal
A ferocious blend of aggressive riffs and intricate rhythms, embodying the raw energy of classic thrash metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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In Retribution — Opening the album with a relentless barrage of guitars and drums, this track encapsulates the band's signature thrash sound while addressing themes of vengeance.
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Who Is God? — This song features provocative lyrics questioning faith and authority, showcasing Sodom's ability to intertwine socio-political commentary with aggressive music.
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Caligula — With its intense tempo shifts and historical references, this track highlights Sodom's lyrical depth and musical complexity, making it a standout on the album.
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Refused to Die — This closing track combines powerful riffs with an anthem-like chorus, leaving listeners with a sense of defiance and resilience that resonates throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive riffs with intricate rhythms, maintaining energy while allowing moments of reflection.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, which is maintained through the first half of the record.
- The last three tracks slow down slightly, allowing for a brief moment of reflection before concluding with a powerful finale.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- steady mid-tempo aggression
- dark themes with relentless energy
- thought-provoking commentary on society
- engaging listen from start to
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid dark, heavy themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Solidifies Sodom's legacy with critical acclaim and strong musicianship in later career.
- Themes
- socio-political rebellion· historical brutality· vengeance and defiance
- Career context
- Released on August 26, 2016, Decision Day marked Sodom's fourteenth studio album, following their 2014 release, Epitome of Torture. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their legacy in the thrash metal genre while adapting to modern sounds. The album showcases a return to their roots while also incorporating contemporary production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kreator· Destruction· Sepultura
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In Retribution 6:14
- 2 Rolling Thunder 4:22
- 3 Decision Day 4:03
- 4 Caligula 4:01
- 5 Who Is God? 4:35
- 6 Strange Lost World 4:59
- 7 Vaginal Born Evil 5:15
- 8 Belligerence 4:00
- 9 Blood Lions 3:17
- 10 Sacred Warpath 5:34
- 11 Refused to Die 4:27
- 12 Predatory Instinct 4:44
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