What makes Fear Is The Weapon by Tombs notable?

Fear Is The Weapon received critical acclaim upon release, notably praised for its innovative blend of genres within the metal realm. It significantly impacted the underground music scene, influencing subsequent artists who sought to merge various elements of heavy music with experimental sounds. Released as Tombs' debut full-length album in 2010, Fear Is The Weapon marked the band's entry into the avant-garde metal scene following their early EPs. This album helped establish their signature sound characterized by a mix of harsh vocals and complex instrumentation, setting the stage for their future works.

Who is Fear Is The Weapon for?

Fear Is The Weapon works well if you're into haunting atmospheres of despair, short bursts of intense energy and dark themes exploring inner turmoil.

How many songs are on Fear Is The Weapon?

Fear Is The Weapon has 14 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.

Fear Is The Weapon

Tombs · 2010

58 min · 14 tracks · avant-garde metal

A relentless fusion of industrial noise and black metal elements, creating a haunting atmosphere tinged with despair.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Fountain of the World 666 — This opening track sets a disorienting tone with its aggressive riffs and chaotic rhythms, encapsulating the album's raw energy and thematic darkness.
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Course of Empire — With its dynamic shifts from melodic interludes to explosive crescendos, this track exemplifies Tombs' ability to craft complex arrangements while maintaining an engaging flow.
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Darker Than Your Nights — The song features haunting melodies paired with heavy instrumentation, showcasing the band's skill in merging atmosphere with intensity, making it a standout on the record.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

haunting atmospheres of despair
short bursts of intense energy
dark themes exploring inner turmoil
relentless pacing with urgency

Maybe skip if you

prefer lighthearted, uplifting music
seek soothing, melodic sounds

Where this album fits

Career context: Released as Tombs' debut full-length album in 2010, Fear Is The Weapon marked the band's entry into the avant-garde metal scene following their early EPs. This album helped establish their signature sound characterized by a mix of harsh vocals and complex instrumentation, setting the stage for their future works.
Stylistic neighbors: Mastodon· Neurosis· Kylesa

Tracklist

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

1 Fountain of the World 666 2:53
2 Course of Empire 4:41
3 Calvaire 3:54
4 Marina 2:16
5 Monuments 2:39
6 Darker Than Your Nights 5:17
7 Hallways of the Always 3:15
8 Cypress 7:10
9 Gods of Love & Suicide 3:16
10 Cheval Noir 2:26
11 Gossamer (demo) 4:47
12 Merrimack (demo) 3:46
13 Beneath the Toxic Jungle (demo) 5:33
14 Filled With Secrets (demo) 6:15

What to play next

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Path of Totality

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Winter Hours

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