In the Minds of Evil
Deicide · 2013
36 min · 11 tracks · death metal
A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and guttural vocals that confronts themes of despair and nihilism with brutal intensity.
Top tracks — play these first
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In the Minds of Evil — The title track sets the tone for the album with its aggressive tempo and fiercely delivered lyrics, encapsulating Deicide's thematic focus on darkness and rebellion.
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Thou Begone — This track features a complex structure filled with time signature changes that highlight the band’s technical prowess while delivering a powerful message against oppressive ideologies.
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Kill the Light of Christ — A standout track that combines blistering riffs with provocative lyrics, it exemplifies Deicide's unabashed approach to challenging religious dogma.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and solid production, though it remains within familiar death metal territory.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that sets a fast-paced tempo, maintaining intensity through the first half before introducing slower, heavier sections.
- Vocals alternate between guttural growls and higher-pitched screams, contributing to the chaotic atmosphere of despair and nihilism.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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7/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- relentless intensity throughout listening
- cathartic aggression in short bursts
- dark themes for heavy reflection
- for workout motivation
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lighthearted, upbeat music
- need melodic, soothing sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2013, 'In the Minds of Evil' is Deicide's twelfth studio album, coming after a significant lineup change with drummer Steve Asheim as the only original member. This album showcases the band’s commitment to their signature sound while navigating the challenges of maintaining relevance in a genre that has continued to evolve since their debut in 1990.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cannibal Corpse· Obituary· Behemoth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In the Minds of Evil 3:53
- 2 Thou Begone 3:43
- 3 Godkill 3:11
- 4 Beyond Salvation 2:57
- 5 Misery of One 3:21
- 6 Between the Flesh and the Void 3:54
- 7 Even the Gods Can Bleed 2:58
- 8 Trample the Cross 3:00
- 9 Fallen to Silence 3:09
- 10 Kill the Light of Christ 3:30
- 11 End the Wrath of God 3:13
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