What makes Feel Sorry for the Fanatic by Morgoth notable?

This album is significant for its critical reception, with many reviewers noting its bold departure from conventional death metal norms. It helped Morgoth maintain relevance in a rapidly evolving genre landscape during the mid-1990s, even amidst growing competition from emerging death metal acts. Feel Sorry for the Fanatic marked Morgoth's third studio album, following their acclaimed 1993 release, Odium. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their place in the death metal scene, transitioning from their earlier, more traditional sound to a darker, more experimental approach.

How many songs are on Feel Sorry for the Fanatic?

Feel Sorry for the Fanatic has 10 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Feel Sorry for the Fanatic

Morgoth · 1996

42 min · 10 tracks · death metal

A relentless blend of brutal riffs and eerie atmospheres, weaving dark narratives through aggressive death metal soundscapes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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This Fantastic Decade — Opening with a dissonant riff that sets an unsettling tone, this track encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of societal decay and disillusionment.
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Souls on a Pleasuretrip — The song features a haunting melody juxtaposed with fierce instrumentation, showcasing Morgoth's ability to blend aggression with atmospheric elements effectively.
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Forgotten Days — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics and dynamic shifts between slow, brooding passages and explosive outbursts, reflecting the album's complex emotional landscape.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends aggressive riffs with atmospheric elements, showcasing Morgoth's evolving sound in death metal.

What we noticed

The album opens with a fast-paced track that features rapid drumming and aggressive guitar riffs, setting a relentless tone.
The lyrics often explore dark themes, with narrative elements woven into the music, enhancing the overall mood of the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Forgotten Days

A shift occurs when the narrative voice directly confronts memories of loss and regret, breaking away from abstract themes into personal reflection.

This personal invocation starkly contrasts the rest of the album's broader critiques, grounding the emotional experience and adding depth to the storytelling.

Tracklist

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

1 This Fantastic Decade 3:24
2 Last Laugh 4:23
3 Cash... 3:48
4 ...And Its Amazing Consequences 2:25
5 Curiosity 4:22
6 Forgotten Days 4:49
7 Souls on a Pleasuretrip 4:18
8 Graceland 4:20
9 Watch the Fortune Wheel 5:33
10 A New Start 5:17

What to play next

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Resurrection Absurd / The Eternal Fall

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Odium

1993

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