Lamb of God
Lamb of God · 2020
116 min · 40 tracks · metalcore · groove metal
Aggressive grooves intertwine with intricate melodies, delivering a relentless exploration of contemporary frustrations and personal struggles.
Why this album works
This album debuted at No. 1 on the US Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart and garnered critical acclaim for its raw intensity and lyrical depth. It also marked a significant moment for the band as they navigated their sound during a tumultuous time in both their personal lives and the broader socio-political landscape.
- Best for
- dynamic progression with peaks wave-like pacing for engagement intense grooves for catharsis
- Context
- Released on May 8, 2020, 'Lamb of God' is the self-titled eighth studio album from the band, marking their first release in five years following 'VII: Sturm und Drang'. This album arrives during a period of heightened political tension and personal introspection for the band, particularly after the departure of longtime drummer Chris Adler, with Art Cruz stepping in.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carajo· Demon Hunter· Jinjer
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- Omens — Continues the aggressive sound with fresh themes and a modern edge.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Memento Mori Standout 5:48
- 2 Checkmate Standout 4:31
- 3 Gears 3:55
- 4 Reality Bath 4:32
- 5 New Colossal Hate Standout 4:31
- 6 Resurrection Man 5:00
- 7 Poison Dream 4:58
- 8 Routes 3:04
- 9 Bloodshot Eyes 3:57
- 10 On the Hook 4:30
- 11 Ghost Shaped People 4:06
- 12 Hyperthermic / Accelerate 4:05
Disc 2
- 1 Memento Mori (live) 5:51
- 2 Checkmate (live) 4:39
- 3 Gears (live) 3:57
- 4 Reality Bath (live) 4:48
- 5 New Colossal Hate (live) 4:38
- 6 Resurrection Man (live) 5:20
- 7 Poison Dream (live) 4:55
- 8 Routes (live) 2:56
- 9 Bloodshot Eyes (live) 4:21
- 10 On the Hook (live) 4:28
- 11 Contractor (live) 4:00
- 12 Ruin (live) 3:56
- 13 The Death of Us (live) 4:11
- 14 512 (live) 5:19
Disc 3
- 1 Memento Mori (live)
- 2 Checkmate (live)
- 3 Gears (live)
- 4 Reality Bath (live)
- 5 New Colossal Hate (live)
- 6 Resurrection Man (live)
- 7 Poison Dream (live)
- 8 Routes (live)
- 9 Bloodshot Eyes (live)
- 10 On the Hook (live)
- 11 Contractor (live)
- 12 Ruin (live)
- 13 The Death of Us (live)
- 14 512 (live)
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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