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Released 20 years ago

Desperate Man's Diary

Glass Casket · 2006

33 min · 9 tracks · deathcore

A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and guttural vocals that captures the chaotic spirit of early 2000s deathcore.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Phenomenon — As the opening track, Phenomenon introduces listeners to the album’s intense energy with rapid-fire drumming and complex guitar work, setting the stage for what follows.
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    Post Traumatic Death — This track exemplifies the band’s ability to blend melody with aggression, showcasing dynamic shifts in tempo and vocal styles that highlight their technical proficiency.
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    Less Like Human — Less Like Human features a haunting breakdown that contrasts with its fast-paced verses, representing the emotional weight that permeates the album while maintaining a relentless pace.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Too Scared to Live

    The lyrics take a stark turn into existential despair, marking a shift from personal struggle to broader themes of isolation and fear.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Phenomenon 2:09
  • 2 Too Scared to Live 4:49
  • 3 Genesis 4:33
  • 4 Less Like Human 3:40
  • 5 A Cork Stops the Whining 4:11
  • 6 Post Traumatic Death 3:59
  • 7 I Slept 4:04
  • 8 The Redeemer 3:53
  • 9 Name Above All Names 2:00

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