Hourglass: The Anthology
Lamb of God · 2010
259 min · 67 tracks · metalcore
A relentless blend of groove metal and metalcore that showcases the band's signature aggression and intricate musicianship.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bloodletting Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Laid to Rest — This track exemplifies Lamb of God's powerful sound with its aggressive riffs and dynamic shifts, making it a defining anthem of modern metal.
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Redneck — The song's infectious groove and sharp lyrics about societal discontent underscore the band's ability to blend ferocity with catchy hooks.
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Walk With Me in Hell — With its anthemic chorus and relentless instrumentation, this track encapsulates the band's themes of struggle and resilience, resonating deeply with fans.
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Omerta — This song showcases the band's lyrical depth as it tackles issues of loyalty and betrayal, paired with intricate musical arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- relentless grooves for intense sessions
- wave-like pacing that engages
- sharp melodies for focused listening
- cathartic release through heavy sound
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — Compiles essential tracks, introducing new fans to Lamb of God's work.
- Themes
- societal discontent· loyalty and betrayal· struggle for resilience
- Career context
- Released in 2010, 'Hourglass: The Anthology' represents a pivotal moment for Lamb of God as their first comprehensive retrospective since they emerged from the underground scene. This anthology captures their evolution from their early days in the late 1990s through to their mainstream breakthrough in the mid-2000s, highlighting both classic tracks and deep cuts that reflect their growth as artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Machine Head· Killswitch Engage· As I Lay Dying
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Bloodletting Start here 1:57
- 2 Dimera 2:27
- 3 Resurrection #9 5:15
- 4 Goatfish 2:23
- 5 Salivation 2:12
- 6 Lies of Autumn 4:47
- 7 Chronic Auditory Hallucination 3:53
- 8 Suffering Bastard 2:08
- 9 Buckeye 3:57
- 10 Lame 1:51
- 11 Preaching to the Converted 2:32
- 12 Departure Hymn 2:39
- 13 Duane 2:17
- 14 Ruiner 2:08
Disc 2
- 1 Black Label 4:52
- 2 A Warning 2:23
- 3 In the Absence of the Sacred 4:36
- 4 Letter to the Unborn 2:56
- 5 The Black Dahlia 3:20
- 6 Terror and Hubris in the House of Frank Pollard 5:37
- 7 The Subtle Arts of Murder and Pursuasion 4:10
- 8 Pariah 4:24
- 9 Confessional 4:01
- 10 O.D.H.G.A.B. (F. E.) 5:14
Disc 3
- 1 Ruin 3:54
- 2 As the Palaces Burn 2:26
- 3 Purified 3:10
- 4 11th Hour 3:44
- 5 For Your Malice 3:43
- 6 Boot Scraper 4:34
- 7 A Devil in God's Country 3:14
- 8 In Defense of Our Good Name 4:10
- 9 Blood Junkie 4:23
- 10 Vigil 4:43
Disc 4
- 1 Laid to Rest 3:50
- 2 Hourglass 4:00
- 3 Now You've Got Something to Die For 3:39
- 4 The Faded Line 4:37
- 5 Omerta 4:45
- 6 Blood of the Scribe 4:23
- 7 One Gun 3:59
- 8 Break You 3:35
- 9 What I've Become 3:28
- 10 Ashes of the Wake 5:45
- 11 Remorse Is for the Dead 5:39
Disc 5
- 1 Walk With Me in Hell 5:11
- 2 Again We Rise 4:30
- 3 Redneck 3:40
- 4 Pathetic 4:31
- 5 Foot to the Throat 3:13
- 6 Descending 3:35
- 7 Black the Cursed Sun 5:28
- 8 Forgotten (Lost Angels) 3:05
- 9 Requiem 4:11
- 10 More Time to Kill 3:37
- 11 Beating on Death's Door 5:07
Disc 6
- 1 The Passing 1:58
- 2 In Your Words 5:24
- 3 Set to Fail 3:46
- 4 Contractor 3:22
- 5 Fake Messiah 4:34
- 6 Grace 3:55
- 7 Broken Hands 3:53
- 8 Dead Seeds 3:41
- 9 Everything to Nothing 3:50
- 10 Choke Sermon 3:20
- 11 Reclamation 7:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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