Defective Epitaph
Xasthur · 2007
75 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal
Dark, atmospheric soundscapes envelop anguished vocals, creating a haunting exploration of despair and existential dread.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting exploration of despair
- extended climaxes that envelop
- back-loaded pacing rewards patience
- dark soundscapes for introspection
- emotional weight in every track
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat or cheerful sounds
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2007, Xasthur released 'Defective Epitaph' as their fifth studio album, marking a prolific phase for the project. This album followed the critically acclaimed 'Xasthur' and further solidified their presence in the black metal genre during a time when they were gaining recognition for their raw, lo-fi aesthetic.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Rob Zombie· Black Obelisk
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Soulless Elegy 2:42
- 2 Purgatory Spiral 4:29
- 3 Cemetery of Shattered Masks 6:03
- 4 Malignant Prophecy 5:40
- 5 Oration of Ruin 7:23
- 6 Legacy of Human Irrelevance 5:35
- 7 Dehumanizing Procession 4:52
- 8 Funerals Drenched in Apathy 5:29
- 9 Worship (The War Against) Yourself 7:34
- 10 Memorial to the Waste of Life 8:44
- 11 The Only Blood That Pours Is Yours 8:15
- 12 Unblessed Be 8:13
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