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Grim Scary Tales

Macabre · 2011

49 min · 14 tracks · death metal · thrash metal · grindcore

A macabre theater of horror-inspired narratives delivered through relentless grindcore and death metal aggression.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic storytelling with horror themes
  • wave-like pacing with intensity shifts
  • engaging narratives for attentive listeners
  • theatrical atmosphere for dark moods

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer light-hearted listening experiences
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 31, 2011, 'Grim Scary Tales' is Macabre's sixth studio album, following 'Carnival of Killers' from 2006. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their unique niche within the extreme metal genre, blending horror themes with aggressive musicianship. This album continued to showcase their dedication to storytelling through music while maintaining their signature sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Exhumed· Carcass· Napalm Death

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Locusta 2:57
  • 2 Nero's Inferno 2:43
  • 3 The Black Knight 4:05
  • 4 Dracula 5:10
  • 5 The Big Bad Wolf 4:06
  • 6 Countess Bathory 3:26
  • 7 Burke and Hare 4:17
  • 8 Mary Ann 3:37
  • 9 The Bloody Benders 2:46
  • 10 Lizzie Borden 1:33
  • 11 The Ripper Tramp From France 3:38
  • 12 Bella the Butcher 3:00
  • 13 The Kiss of Death 3:24
  • 14 The Sweet Tender Meat Vendor 5:04

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