What makes End Time by Brutal Truth notable?

End Time received critical acclaim for its unyielding energy and thematic boldness, with notable mentions in publications like Metal Injection and Decibel Magazine. The album's exploration of environmental issues and societal decay resonated within the grindcore community, influencing both contemporaries and newer acts drawn to its urgent message and unrelenting pace. Released in 2011, End Time marked Brutal Truth's first album in over a decade, following their 1996 effort, Sounds of the Animal Kingdom. This album came after a lengthy hiatus that saw the band reforming and reasserting themselves in the grindcore scene. At this point, Brutal Truth was navigating an evolving musical landscape while still maintaining their signature aggressive sound.

End Time works well if you're into short bursts of raw intensity, cathartic release through chaos and headbanging energy for gatherings.

How many songs are on End Time?

End Time has 23 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

End Time

Brutal Truth · 2011

54 min · 23 tracks · grindcore

A relentless barrage of chaotic riffs and guttural screams, encapsulating the raw intensity of grindcore's most visceral moments.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Fuck Cancer — This track delivers a blistering critique on the apathy surrounding cancer treatments, exemplifying the album's raw anger and urgency. Its brevity packs a punch that symbolizes the frustration many feel towards societal neglect.
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Warm Embrace of Poverty — A standout track that combines grinding riffs with poignant commentary on economic disparity, illustrating how Brutal Truth can blend aggression with thought-provoking lyrics. Its length allows for a deeper exploration of its themes without losing intensity.
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Crawling Man Blues — This track showcases an experimental side of Brutal Truth, incorporating bluesy elements into their grindcore framework. It highlights the band's versatility while maintaining their core aggression.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of raw intensity
cathartic release through chaos
headbanging energy for gatherings
relentless pace demands engagement
unpredictable transitions keep attention

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy, melodic compositions
seek soothing, calm soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2011, End Time marked Brutal Truth's first album in over a decade, following their 1996 effort, Sounds of the Animal Kingdom. This album came after a lengthy hiatus that saw the band reforming and reasserting themselves in the grindcore scene. At this point, Brutal Truth was navigating an evolving musical landscape while still maintaining their signature aggressive sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Napalm Death· Pig Destroyer· Anal Cunt

Tracklist

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

1 Malice 3:27
2 Simple Math 1:26
3 End Time 1:58
4 Fuck Cancer 0:59
5 Celebratory Gunfire 1:28
6 Small Talk 1:41
7 .58 Caliber 0:54
8 Swift and Violent (swift version) 0:47
9 Crawling Man Blues 1:41
10 Lottery 1:11
11 Warm Embrace of Poverty 3:47
12 Old World Order 1:25
13 Butcher 2:55
14 Killing Planet Earth 1:28
15 Gut-Check 2:36
16 All Work and No Play 1:35
17 Addicted 2:04
18 Sweet Dreams 1:31
19 Eco Friendly Discharge 1:49
20 Twenty Bag 0:45
21 Trash 0:05
22 Drink Up 3:43
23 Control Room 15:21

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