What makes Joe Black by Malevolent Creation notable?

Joe Black is notable for its blending of remixed tracks with new material, showcasing the band's evolution while also appealing to both longtime fans and newcomers. The album was well-received within the underground metal community, reinforcing Malevolent Creation's status as heavyweights in the genre during a competitive era. Released in 1996, Joe Black marked Malevolent Creation's sixth studio album, following their 1995 effort, The Fine Art of Murder. By this time, the band had solidified its presence in the death metal scene, aiming to refine their sound while maintaining their signature intensity.

Who is Joe Black for?

Joe Black works well if you're into short bursts of aggressive energy, unfiltered intensity for cathartic release and headbanging anthems for live settings.

How many songs are on Joe Black?

Joe Black has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Joe Black

Malevolent Creation · 1996

38 min · 10 tracks · death metal

A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and guttural growls, embodying the raw energy of death metal's mid-'90s landscape.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Joe Black — The title track serves as a powerful introduction, setting the tone with its crushing riffs and visceral lyrics that encapsulate the album's dark themes.
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Self-Important Freak — This track delivers a frenetic pace and biting critique of self-obsession, making it a standout example of the band's lyrical and musical aggression.
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Genetic Affliction ('93 demo version) — Offering a glimpse into the band's earlier sound, this demo track highlights their relentless drive and technical prowess, illustrating how they evolved over time.
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Raining Blood — A cover of Slayer's iconic song, this rendition showcases Malevolent Creation's respect for their influences while adding a unique death metal flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of aggressive energy
unfiltered intensity for cathartic release
headbanging anthems for live settings
fast-paced tracks with relentless drive

Maybe skip if you

prefer melodic and soothing sounds
seek lengthy, immersive albums

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1996, Joe Black marked Malevolent Creation's sixth studio album, following their 1995 effort, The Fine Art of Murder. By this time, the band had solidified its presence in the death metal scene, aiming to refine their sound while maintaining their signature intensity.
Stylistic neighbors: Cannibal Corpse· Deicide· Obituary

Tracklist

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

1 Joe Black 3:36
2 Self-Important Freak 2:40
3 Sadistic Perversity 3:24
4 No Salvation (remix) 4:09
5 To Kill (remix) 3:52
6 Tasteful Agony (remix) 4:44
7 Genetic Affliction ('93 demo version) 4:38
8 Raining Blood 3:50
9 Remnants of Withered Decay ('90 demo version) 3:57
10 Impaled Existence ('90 demo version) 3:21

What to play next

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In Cold Blood

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Eternal

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