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Last Rites

Pentagram · 2011

45 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal · doom metal

A gritty exploration of life's dark corners, merging heavy metal with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics.

Last Rites is an album by Pentagram, released in 2011. A gritty exploration of life's dark corners, merging heavy metal with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics. 'Last Rites' received positive reviews for its raw energy and authenticity, helping to solidify Pentagram's influence in the resurgence of classic doom metal. The album was heralded as a comeback, reaching notable positions on metal charts and reinforcing the band's legacy within the heavy metal community. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Last Rites sound like?

A gritty exploration of life's dark corners, merging heavy metal with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics. Rooted in heavy metal and doom metal.

What makes Last Rites by Pentagram notable?

'Last Rites' received positive reviews for its raw energy and authenticity, helping to solidify Pentagram's influence in the resurgence of classic doom metal. The album was heralded as a comeback, reaching notable positions on metal charts and reinforcing the band's legacy within the heavy metal community. Released in 2011, 'Last Rites' marked a significant return for Pentagram after a decade-long hiatus since their previous studio album. The band, led by the legendary Bobby Liebling, sought to revitalize their sound while staying true to their doom metal roots, re-establishing themselves in a genre that had evolved during their absence.

How many songs are on Last Rites?

Last Rites has 12 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·45:15

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

  • 1 Treat Me Right 2:32
  • 2 Call the Man Standout 3:49
  • 3 Into the Ground 4:21
  • 4 8 5:01
  • 5 Everything’s Turning to Night 3:17
  • 6 Windmills and Chimes 4:32
  • 7 American Dream Standout 4:32
  • 8 Walk in the Blue Light 4:59
  • 9 Horseman 3:38
  • 10 Death in 1st Person Standout 4:01
  • 11 Nothing Left 3:36
  • 12 All Your Sins (reprise) 0:57

Release Date

January 1, 2011

Genre

doom metal, heavy metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

45 min 15 sec