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Killadelphia

Lamb of God · 2005

67 min · 16 tracks · metalcore · groove metal

A relentless barrage of groove metal riffs entwined with visceral, politically charged lyrics.

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 want

  • prefer mellow and soothing sounds
  • seek quick, catchy singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By the release of 'Killadelphia' in January 2005, Lamb of God was solidifying their position within the metalcore scene following their breakthrough album 'Ashes of the Wake' in 2004. The band was gaining momentum, showcasing a blend of aggression and technicality that appealed to both hardcore fans and new listeners alike.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 2:01
  • 2 Laid to Rest 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

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