Inflikted
Cavalera Conspiracy · 2008
43 min · 11 tracks · death metal
A relentless fusion of thrash and groove metal unleashing the raw energy of its creators' storied legacy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Inflikted — The title track encapsulates the album's raw energy and serves as a powerful statement of intent, blending classic thrash elements with modern aggression.
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Sanctuary — This track showcases an intense groove that highlights the band's signature style while illustrating their ability to craft memorable hooks amidst chaotic riffs.
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Bloodbrawl — With its relentless pace and brutal breakdowns, this track exemplifies the album's overarching theme of conflict and violence, resonating deeply with fans of extreme metal.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive thrash elements with groove metal, showcasing strong songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features rapid-fire drumming and aggressive guitar riffs, setting a high-energy tone.
- Several tracks incorporate tempo shifts, alternating between fast-paced thrash sections and slower, groove-oriented passages.
- The vocal delivery is predominantly harsh and guttural, with occasional melodic lines that contrast the overall intensity.
- The final track ends abruptly, leaving a sense of unresolved tension that echoes the album's aggressive themes.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of raw energy
- aggressive tracks for workout sessions
- cathartic release through intensity
- high-octane sound for adrenaline seekers
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow, soothing sounds
- want intricate lyrical narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Inflikted is Cavalera Conspiracy's debut album, released in 2008 after Max Cavalera's departure from Soulfly. This project marked a reunion between Max and his brother Iggor Cavalera, signaling a return to their roots and a fresh exploration of their musical chemistry. The album came at a time when both members sought to reconnect with the heavier sounds of their early careers.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sepultura· Soulfly· Machine Head
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Inflikted 4:32
- 2 Sanctuary 3:23
- 3 Terrorize 3:37
- 4 Black Ark 4:54
- 5 Ultra-Violent 3:47
- 6 Hex 2:37
- 7 The Doom of All Fires 2:12
- 8 Bloodbrawl 5:41
- 9 Nevertrust 2:23
- 10 Hearts of Darkness 4:29
- 11 Must Kill 5:56
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