What makes Extraction from Mortality by Believer notable?

The album is notable for its unique blend of progressive metal and thrash influences, which garnered attention in metal circles during its release. It has been recognized for its lyrical depth and complexity, paving the way for subsequent albums and influencing other bands within the genre. Extraction from Mortality is Believer's debut album, released in January 1989. At this point, the band was establishing their identity within the burgeoning progressive metal scene, following their formation in 1986. The album set the stage for their later exploration of philosophical and theological themes in music.

How many songs are on Extraction from Mortality?

Extraction from Mortality has 9 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Extraction from Mortality

Believer · 1989

41 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal

Complex rhythms and aggressive riffs intertwine with thought-provoking lyrics, creating a dense landscape of progressive thrash metal.

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Unite — As the opening track, Unite sets a powerful tone with its intricate guitar work and commanding vocals that encapsulate the album's thematic focus on unity and resistance.
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Vile Hypocrisy — This track showcases complex time signatures and fierce lyrical critiques of societal norms, representing Believer's commitment to addressing challenging subjects through heavy music.
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Extraction From Mortality — The title track delves into existential themes, combining melodic elements with aggressive instrumentation that highlights the band's ability to blend heaviness with introspection.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album showcases complex compositions and lyrical depth, establishing a distinct identity within the progressive metal genre.

What we noticed

Lyrically, the songs tackle heavy themes such as existentialism and morality, with intricate narratives that require attentive listening to fully appreciate.
Each track is structured with multiple sections, often blending thrash elements with progressive metal techniques, creating a dense and layered sound.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Unite 6:42
2 Vile Hypocrisy 5:36
3 D.O.S. (Desolation of Sodom) 4:22
4 Tormented 3:52
5 Shadow of Death 4:21
6 Blemished Sacrifices 3:58
7 Not Even One 3:38
8 Extraction From Mortality 6:07
9 Stress 3:03

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