Killadelphia
Lamb of God · 2005
67 min · 16 tracks · metalcore
A relentless barrage of groove-laden riffs and visceral vocals, embodying the raw energy of live metal performance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Laid to Rest Start here — This track features aggressive riffs paired with poignant lyrics about betrayal, standing as a hallmark of the band's signature sound and lyrical depth.
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Now You've Got Something to Die For — The song's driving rhythm and intense vocal delivery capture the essence of Lamb of God’s live energy, making it a fan favorite during performances.
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Omerta — With its intricate guitar work and themes of silence and loyalty, this track exemplifies the band's ability to blend brutality with thought-provoking narratives.
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Black Label — This closing track serves as a powerful anthem that encapsulates the raw energy of their live shows, leaving audiences electrified until the very end.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures Lamb of God's live intensity with strong performances and a cohesive setlist.
What we noticed
- The album features a continuous flow of tracks with minimal pauses between songs, creating an immersive live experience.
- Several tracks include extended instrumental sections that highlight the band's musicianship and allow for crowd interaction.
- 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
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with peaks
- relentless energy for workouts
- visceral release of tension
- engaging narrative through intensity
- for headbanging moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow and soothing sounds
- seek quick, catchy singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Captures the band's live intensity, resonating strongly with dedicated fans.
- Career context
- Released in 2005, 'Killadelphia' is a live album capturing Lamb of God's explosive performance at the Fillmore in Philadelphia. This album followed their critically acclaimed studio effort, 'Ashes of the Wake,' which had solidified their place in the metal scene. The recording showcases the band's evolution as they transitioned into a dominant force within groove metal and metalcore.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Machine Head· Killswitch Engage· As I Lay Dying
Tracklist
- 1 Intro 2:01
- 2 Laid to Rest Start here 3:50
- 3 Hourglass 3:48
- 4 As the Palaces Burn 3:28
- 5 Now You've Got Something to Die For 3:38
- 6 11th Hour 3:46
- 7 Terror and Hubris in the House of Frank Pollard 6:33
- 8 Ruin 3:57
- 9 Omerta 4:48
- 10 Pariah 5:14
- 11 The Faded Line 4:41
- 12 Bloodletting 2:17
- 13 The Subtle Arts of Murder and Persuasion 4:39
- 14 Vigil 5:00
- 15 What I've Become 4:23
- 16 Black Label 4:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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