What makes Lost Ritual by Raging Speedhorn notable?

The album received positive reviews from both fans and critics, reaffirming Raging Speedhorn's place in the UK metal scene. It also contributed to the band's revival, leading to increased visibility at festivals and tours, which helped solidify their legacy within the stoner and sludge metal genres. By the time 'Lost Ritual' was released on July 15, 2016, Raging Speedhorn was in a phase of resurgence after a decade-long hiatus. This album marked their return following 'How the Great Have Fallen' in 2005, showcasing a matured sound while still rooted in their signature aggressive style.

How many songs are on Lost Ritual?

Lost Ritual has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Lost Ritual

Raging Speedhorn · 2016

40 min · 10 tracks · hardcore punk

A chaotic blend of sludge and hardcore that channels raw energy into an unrelenting sonic assault.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Bring Out Your Dead — This opening track sets the tone for the entire album with its explosive riffs and guttural vocals, encapsulating the band's relentless energy.
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Halfway to Hell — Combining melodic hooks with heavy breakdowns, this track exemplifies the band’s ability to balance aggression and catchiness.
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Unleash the Serpent — Closing the album with an extended runtime, this track showcases intricate instrumentation and thematic depth, providing a fitting conclusion.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

52 /100

Foothills

Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

The album delivers raw energy with dynamic contrasts but lacks some cohesion in its flow.

What we noticed

Vocals alternate between aggressive shouting and melodic passages, creating a dynamic contrast within the songs.
Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, shifting from fast-paced sections to slower, sludgy breakdowns that emphasize heaviness.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Bring Out Your Dead 3:34
2 Halfway to Hell 3:49
3 Motörhead 2:58
4 Evil or Mental 3:12
5 Ten of Swords 6:37
6 Dogshit Blues 3:06
7 Hangman 4:55
8 Shit Outta Luck 2:47
9 Coming Home 3:31
10 Unleash the Serpent 6:24

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