From the Very Depths
Venom · 2015
51 min · 14 tracks · heavy metal
A ferocious blend of thrash riffs and heavy metal anthems, driven by relentless energy and dark lyrical themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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From the Very Depths — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of darkness and defiance, featuring aggressive guitar work and a driving rhythm that reflects Venom's legacy.
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The Death of Rock n Roll — This track serves as a powerful commentary on the state of rock music, merging catchy hooks with Venom’s signature heaviness and establishing a rallying cry for fans.
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Smoke — An exploration of darker subject matter set against a backdrop of melodic yet menacing instrumentation, showcasing the band's ability to blend melody with aggression.
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Mephistopheles — With its haunting lyrics and intricate guitar work, this song exemplifies the thematic depth of the album while maintaining the raw energy characteristic of Venom.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and energy but lacks some cohesion in its pacing.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature dual guitar harmonies that create a dense wall of sound, characteristic of classic heavy metal.
- The lyrical themes often revolve around dark and rebellious subjects, with a consistent use of vivid imagery across the tracks.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- wave-like pacing with intensity
- dynamic progression with resolution
- cathartic release of aggression
- full-volume listening experience
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow and soft sounds
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2015, From the Very Depths is Venom's 14th studio album, marking a significant return to form for the band after a decade of sporadic releases. It follows their 2008 album, Hell, and showcases a revitalized energy and commitment to heavy metal roots amidst lineup changes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Eruptus 1:01
- 2 From the Very Depths 3:54
- 3 The Death of Rock n Roll 3:09
- 4 Smoke 5:01
- 5 Temptation 3:52
- 6 Long Haired Punks 4:02
- 7 Stigmata Satanas 3:26
- 8 Crucified 4:06
- 9 Evil Law 5:03
- 10 Grinding Teeth 4:11
- 11 Ouverture 1:16
- 12 Mephistopheles 4:06
- 13 Wings of Valkyrie 4:00
- 14 Rise 4:34
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