Gore Obsessed
Cannibal Corpse · 2002
44 min · 12 tracks · death metal
Brutal death metal riffs collide with guttural vocals, vividly depicting graphic horror themes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing for intense focus graphic horror themes throughout short bursts of aggression
- Context
- By the time 'Gore Obsessed' was released in 2002, Cannibal Corpse had solidified their status in the death metal scene following their previous album, ' gore metal'. This release marked a continuation of their relentless exploration of violent and grotesque themes, further establishing their signature sound while navigating a period of increased visibility within the genre.
- If you like
- death metal
Gore Obsessed is an album by Cannibal Corpse, released in 2002. Brutal death metal riffs collide with guttural vocals, vividly depicting graphic horror themes. 'Gore Obsessed' received notable attention for its uncompromising approach to extreme subject matter and debuted at number 42 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album's graphic artwork and lyrical content sparked discussions about censorship and the limits of artistic expression in music, reinforcing Cannibal Corpse’s position as provocateurs within the metal community. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gore Obsessed sound like?
Brutal death metal riffs collide with guttural vocals, vividly depicting graphic horror themes. Rooted in death metal.
What makes Gore Obsessed by Cannibal Corpse notable?
'Gore Obsessed' received notable attention for its uncompromising approach to extreme subject matter and debuted at number 42 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album's graphic artwork and lyrical content sparked discussions about censorship and the limits of artistic expression in music, reinforcing Cannibal Corpse’s position as provocateurs within the metal community. By the time 'Gore Obsessed' was released in 2002, Cannibal Corpse had solidified their status in the death metal scene following their previous album, ' gore metal'. This release marked a continuation of their relentless exploration of violent and grotesque themes, further establishing their signature sound while navigating a period of increased visibility within the genre.
Who is Gore Obsessed for?
Gore Obsessed works well if you're into steady pacing for intense focus, graphic horror themes throughout and short bursts of aggression.
How many songs are on Gore Obsessed?
Gore Obsessed has 12 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Savage Butchery Standout 1:50
- 2 Hatchet to the Head 3:34
- 3 Pit of Zombies 3:59
- 4 Dormant Bodies Bursting Standout 2:01
- 5 Compelled to Lacerate 3:29
- 6 Drowning in Viscera Standout 3:36
- 7 Hung and Bled 4:13
- 8 Sanded Faceless 3:51
- 9 Mutation of the Cadaver 3:09
- 10 When Death Replaces Life 4:59
- 11 Grotesque 3:42
- 12 No Remorse 6:16
Release Date
January 1, 2002
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
44 min 46 sec
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