Is Lamb of God a good place to start with Lamb of God?

Yes, Lamb of God is recommended as a starting point for new Lamb of God listeners. A formidable blend of aggressive rhythms and intricate melodies, showcasing the band's signature groove metal intensity. Released on May 8, 2020, 'Lamb of God' is the eponymous eighth studio album from Lamb of God, marking their first release after a three-year hiatus since 'VII: Sturm und Drang' in 2015. This album arrives during a phase of artistic reinvention for the band, following the departure of longtime drummer Chris Adler and the introduction of Art Cruz.

Who is Lamb of God for?

Lamb of God works well if you're into dynamic progression with peaks, wave-like pacing for engagement and intense grooves for catharsis.

How many songs are on Lamb of God?

Lamb of God has 40 tracks, running approximately 116 minutes.

Lamb of God

Lamb of God · 2020

116 min · 40 tracks · metalcore

A formidable blend of aggressive rhythms and intricate melodies, showcasing the band's signature groove metal intensity.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Memento Mori Start here — Opening the album with a haunting atmosphere, this track captures the essence of mortality and introspection, establishing thematic depth right from the start.
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Checkmate — This track stands out with its aggressive riffs and political commentary, reflecting a sense of urgency that resonates strongly with listeners amidst societal tensions.
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New Colossal Hate — With its relentless pace and biting lyrics, this song critiques intolerance and hatred, encapsulating the band's capacity for social commentary within their music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic progression with peaks
wave-like pacing for engagement
intense grooves for catharsis
exploration of personal struggles
live versions enhance emotional impact

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
avoid lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Showcases continued vitality after a hiatus, with mature sound and lyrical depth.
Moods: Aggressive· Cathartic
Career context: Released on May 8, 2020, 'Lamb of God' is the eponymous eighth studio album from Lamb of God, marking their first release after a three-year hiatus since 'VII: Sturm und Drang' in 2015. This album arrives during a phase of artistic reinvention for the band, following the departure of longtime drummer Chris Adler and the introduction of Art Cruz.
Stylistic neighbors: Machine Head· Killswitch Engage· As I Lay Dying