Frozen in Time
Obituary · 2005
34 min · 10 tracks · death metal
A relentless barrage of guttural vocals and thunderous riffs, embodying the essence of classic death metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Redneck Stomp Start here — This track opens the album with a powerful riff and aggressive energy, setting the tone for the brutal sound that defines the record.
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On the Floor — An energetic anthem that combines catchy hooks with ferocious instrumentals, showcasing Obituary's signature blend of melody and aggression.
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Slow Death — This track features an intense breakdown and haunting melodies that highlight the band's ability to create atmosphere while maintaining brutal intensity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album delivers solid death metal with strong riffs and vocals but lacks standout compositions and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tone, maintaining high energy through the first half before introducing slower tempos in the latter tracks.
- Vocals are consistently guttural and aggressive, layered over heavy guitar riffs that dominate the mix throughout the record.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, shifting from blast beats to slower, more groove-oriented sections, creating dynamic contrasts.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo headbanging sessions
- raw energy for workout motivation
- short bursts of fierce intensity
- for driving with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer melodic or soft sounds
- seek lengthy soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Reestablished the band's presence after a hiatus, showcasing their enduring appeal.
- Career context
- Released in 2005, Frozen in Time marked Obituary's first release after a five-year hiatus following the album Back from the Dead. At this point, the band was reestablishing their presence in the death metal scene, having undergone several lineup changes since their late '80s breakthrough.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cannibal Corpse· Deicide· Dying Fetus
Tracklist
- 1 Redneck Stomp Start here 3:32
- 2 On the Floor 3:10
- 3 Insane 3:25
- 4 Blindsided 2:56
- 5 Back Inside 2:42
- 6 Mindset 3:54
- 7 Stand Alone 3:44
- 8 Slow Death 3:03
- 9 Denied 3:37
- 10 Lockjaw 4:13
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