Entombed
Entombed · 1997
47 min · 12 tracks · death metal
Aggressive riffs intertwine with melodic undertones, delivering relentless energy through a blend of death metal and punk influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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God of Thunder — This track stands out for its anthemic quality and incorporation of catchy melodies amidst aggressive instrumentation, exemplifying the band's signature sound.
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Stranger Aeons — With its driving rhythms and memorable chorus, this song encapsulates the blend of brutality and melody that defines the album.
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Night of the Vampire — This track showcases the band's lyrical storytelling and dynamic shifts in tempo, creating a haunting atmosphere 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 showcases strong songwriting and production but doesn't fully stand out in the broader death metal landscape.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
- Several songs feature alternating vocal styles, combining growls with melodic singing, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
- The use of dissonant chords and aggressive riffs is prevalent, with moments of melody interspersed to provide relief from the relentless intensity.
- 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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
- long, immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing
- intense, cathartic experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'Entombed' marked Entombed's fourth studio album, following their acclaimed record 'Wolverine Blues.' At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation within the death metal scene while expanding their sound to incorporate more punk elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dismember· At the Gates· Carcass
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Out of Hand 3:10
- 2 God of Thunder 4:42
- 3 Black Breath 2:30
- 4 Stranger Aeons 3:28
- 5 Dusk 2:43
- 6 Shreds of Flesh 2:06
- 7 Crawl 5:32
- 8 Forsaken 3:51
- 9 Bitter Loss 3:56
- 10 Night of the Vampire 5:00
- 11 State of Emergency 2:36
- 12 Vandal X 7:39
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