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Extraction from Mortality

Believer · 1989

41 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal · thrash metal

Aggressive thrash rhythms intertwine with progressive metal intricacies, creating a relentless sonic experience steeped in existential themes.

Extraction from Mortality is an album by Believer, released in 1989. Aggressive thrash rhythms intertwine with progressive metal intricacies, creating a relentless sonic experience steeped in existential themes. The album is significant for its intricate fusion of thrash and progressive elements, which set it apart from many contemporaries. It garnered critical acclaim within underground circles, influencing a wave of progressive metal bands that followed, thus solidifying Believer's presence in the genre's evolution during the late '80s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Extraction from Mortality sound like?

Aggressive thrash rhythms intertwine with progressive metal intricacies, creating a relentless sonic experience steeped in existential themes. Rooted in progressive metal and thrash metal.

What makes Extraction from Mortality by Believer notable?

The album is significant for its intricate fusion of thrash and progressive elements, which set it apart from many contemporaries. It garnered critical acclaim within underground circles, influencing a wave of progressive metal bands that followed, thus solidifying Believer's presence in the genre's evolution during the late '80s. Released in 1989, 'Extraction from Mortality' marked Believer's debut album, positioning them firmly in the burgeoning thrash and progressive metal scenes. This album came after the band's formation in 1986, showcasing their unique blend of technical musicianship and thought-provoking lyrics during an era dominated by more mainstream metal acts.

How many songs are on Extraction from Mortality?

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

Tracklist

9 tracks·41:43

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

  • 1 Unite Standout 6:42
  • 2 Vile Hypocrisy 5:36
  • 3 D.O.S. (Desolation of Sodom) Standout 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 Standout 6:07
  • 9 Stress 3:03

Release Date

January 1, 1989

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

41 min 43 sec