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Inked in Blood

Obituary · 2014

57 min · 14 tracks · death metal

A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and guttural vocals, echoing the band's death metal legacy.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic journey with intense peaks wave-like pacing for engagement cathartic release through heaviness
Context
Inked in Blood is Obituary's ninth studio album, released after a lengthy hiatus since their previous album, Darkest Day in 2009. At this point, the band was revitalizing its sound while maintaining its signature style, marking their return to the studio after reuniting with founding guitarist Trevor Peres.
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Inked in Blood is an album by Obituary, released in 2014. A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and guttural vocals, echoing the band's death metal legacy. The album received critical acclaim from metal fans and critics alike, debuting at number 11 on the Top Hard Rock Albums chart. It reaffirmed Obituary's status as a key player in the death metal genre, influencing newer acts and solidifying their legacy within the scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Inked in Blood sound like?

A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and guttural vocals, echoing the band's death metal legacy. Rooted in death metal.

What makes Inked in Blood by Obituary notable?

The album received critical acclaim from metal fans and critics alike, debuting at number 11 on the Top Hard Rock Albums chart. It reaffirmed Obituary's status as a key player in the death metal genre, influencing newer acts and solidifying their legacy within the scene. Inked in Blood is Obituary's ninth studio album, released after a lengthy hiatus since their previous album, Darkest Day in 2009. At this point, the band was revitalizing its sound while maintaining its signature style, marking their return to the studio after reuniting with founding guitarist Trevor Peres.

Who is Inked in Blood for?

Inked in Blood works well if you're into dynamic journey with intense peaks, wave-like pacing for engagement and cathartic release through heaviness.

How many songs are on Inked in Blood?

Inked in Blood has 14 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Tracklist

14 tracks·57:25

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

  • 1 Centuries of Lies Standout 2:08
  • 2 Violent by Nature 4:34
  • 3 Pain Inside 4:36
  • 4 Visions in My Head 4:14
  • 5 Back on Top 4:31
  • 6 Violence 2:07
  • 7 Inked in Blood Standout 4:13
  • 8 Deny You Standout 4:49
  • 9 Within a Dying Breed 5:37
  • 10 Minds of the World 3:24
  • 11 Out of Blood 3:20
  • 12 Paralyzed With Fear 5:39
  • 13 Intoxicated 4:54
  • 14 Bloodsoaked 3:19

Release Date

October 1, 2014

Genre

death metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

57 min 25 sec