Masquerade in Blood
Sodom · 1995
46 min · 14 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and politically charged lyrics, capturing thrash metal's raw energy.
Why this album works
- Best for
- relentless energy for workouts dynamic peaks and valleys cathartic release of aggression
- Context
- By the time 'Masquerade in Blood' was released in January 1995, Sodom had already established themselves as a prominent force in the thrash metal scene following their influential albums like 'Agent Orange'. This fifth studio album came during a phase where the band began to experiment with blending traditional thrash with more melodic elements while retaining their signature aggression.
- If you like
- thrash metal
Masquerade in Blood is an album by Sodom, released in 1995. A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and politically charged lyrics, capturing thrash metal's raw energy. 'Masquerade in Blood' is notable for its critical reception, marking a period of resurgence for Sodom in the mid-90s after a few less impactful releases. It solidified their reputation within the thrash genre and introduced elements that would influence later metal subgenres, garnering attention from both fans and critics alike. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Masquerade in Blood sound like?
A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and politically charged lyrics, capturing thrash metal's raw energy. Rooted in thrash metal.
What makes Masquerade in Blood by Sodom notable?
'Masquerade in Blood' is notable for its critical reception, marking a period of resurgence for Sodom in the mid-90s after a few less impactful releases. It solidified their reputation within the thrash genre and introduced elements that would influence later metal subgenres, garnering attention from both fans and critics alike. By the time 'Masquerade in Blood' was released in January 1995, Sodom had already established themselves as a prominent force in the thrash metal scene following their influential albums like 'Agent Orange'. This fifth studio album came during a phase where the band began to experiment with blending traditional thrash with more melodic elements while retaining their signature aggression.
Who is Masquerade in Blood for?
Masquerade in Blood works well if you're into relentless energy for workouts, dynamic peaks and valleys and cathartic release of aggression.
How many songs are on Masquerade in Blood?
Masquerade in Blood has 14 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Masquerade in Blood Standout 3:19
- 2 Gathering of Minds Standout 4:15
- 3 Fields of Honour 3:23
- 4 Braindead Standout 2:29
- 5 Verrecke! 2:48
- 6 Shadow of Damnation 2:57
- 7 Peacemaker’s Law 3:23
- 8 Murder in My Eyes 2:37
- 9 Unwanted Youth 3:32
- 10 Mantelmann 2:10
- 11 Scum 5:23
- 12 Hydrophobia 3:23
- 13 Let’s Break the Law 2:57
- 14 20000 Feet 3:39
Release Date
January 1, 1995
Artist Origin
Germany
Runtime
46 min 20 sec
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