Released 20 years ago
F.O.A.D.
Darkthrone · 2006
40 min · 9 tracks · black metal
A raw blend of black metal aggression and punk energy, delivered with unapologetic ferocity and a tongue-in-cheek attitude.
Top tracks — play these first
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These Shores Are Damned — Opening with blistering riffs and relentless drumming, this track sets the tone for the album’s raw energy and thematic focus on defiance.
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Canadian Metal — This track serves as an anthem celebrating heavy metal culture with a humorous twist, showcasing Darkthrone's playful yet aggressive approach to music.
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Fuck Off and Die — With its blunt title and frenetic pace, this track embodies the band's rebellious spirit and confrontational lyricism, making it an instant fan favorite.
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The Church of Real Metal — This song critiques trends in metal while paying homage to traditional sounds, encapsulating the band's ethos of authenticity in music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends black metal and punk with humor, showcasing distinct songwriting and energetic execution.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo shifts, particularly between aggressive riffs and slower, more melodic sections.
- The lyrics often employ humor and irony, contrasting the aggressive musical style with tongue-in-cheek themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- raw, aggressive intensity
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Represents a departure from their earlier black metal sound with punk influences.
- Career context
- By the time 'F.O.A.D.' was released in 2006, Darkthrone had already established themselves as pivotal figures in the black metal scene since their formation in 1986. This album marked a departure from their earlier pure black metal sound, showcasing a more eclectic style influenced by heavy metal and punk rock, reflecting their artistic evolution through the years.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 These Shores Are Damned 5:04
- 2 Canadian Metal 4:44
- 3 The Church of Real Metal 4:37
- 4 The Banners of Old 4:41
- 5 Fuck Off and Die 3:52
- 6 Splitkein Fever 4:45
- 7 Raised on Rock 3:27
- 8 Pervertor of the 7 Gates 4:25
- 9 Wisdom of the Dead 4:43
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