What makes Mark of the Legion by Deeds of Flesh notable?

'Mark of the Legion' received critical acclaim for its intricate musicianship and brutal sound, influencing a generation of death metal bands. It also contributed to the band's growing reputation, leading to increased visibility within the genre, as evidenced by positive reviews from notable publications like Metal Review. By the time 'Mark of the Legion' was released in 2001, Deeds of Flesh had established themselves as a prominent name in the death metal scene, following their previous album 'Inbreeding the Anthropophagi'. This release marked their fifth studio effort, showcasing their technical prowess and solidifying their status in the underground metal community.

How many songs are on Mark of the Legion?

Mark of the Legion has 9 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Mark of the Legion

Deeds of Flesh · 2001

41 min · 9 tracks · death metal

Brutal riffs and guttural vocals intertwine with complex arrangements, creating a relentless assault on the senses.

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Cleansed by Fire — The album opener sets a ferocious tone with its relentless tempo and intricate guitar work, epitomizing the band’s technical skill right from the start.
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Mark of the Legion — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of warfare and violence, featuring complex rhythms and a memorable chorus that resonates with listeners.
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Ideal Genocide — With its dynamic shifts between slow and fast sections, this track showcases Deeds of Flesh's ability to blend melody with brutality while addressing dark themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate musicianship and brutal sound, characteristic of its influential death metal style.

What we noticed

The album features rapid tempo changes, with tracks alternating between blast beats and slower, heavy breakdowns.
Guttural vocals are layered over complex guitar riffs that often include dissonant harmonies and intricate solos.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 Cleansed by Fire 4:30
2 An Eternity of Feasting and Brawling 4:19
3 Mark of the Legion 5:22
4 Spewing Profligacy 4:39
5 Fulfilled in Warfare 3:33
6 Contest of Wills 3:50
7 Master of Murder 4:22
8 Ideal Genocide 5:33
9 Drink the Blood 5:23

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