Mentally Murdered
Napalm Death · 1989
15 min · 6 tracks · death metal · hardcore punk · grindcore
Razor-sharp riffs and relentless rhythms collide in a furious onslaught of grindcore aggression.
Why this album works
This EP is significant for its role in the development of the grindcore genre, showcasing a blend of hardcore punk and death metal that influenced countless bands to follow. It received critical acclaim upon release and is often cited in discussions about the evolution of extreme music.
- Best for
- brief bursts of intense energy frantic pacing for quick thrills short tracks for immediate impact
- Context
- Released in early 1989, 'Mentally Murdered' was Napalm Death's second EP, following their influential debut 'Scum' from 1987. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation as pioneers of grindcore, pushing boundaries with their chaotic sound and politically charged lyrics.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Extreme Noise Terror· Carcass· Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rise Above Standout 2:40
- 2 The Missing Link 2:16
- 3 Mentally Murdered Standout 2:10
- 4 Walls of Confinement Standout 2:57
- 5 Cause and Effect 1:25
- 6 No Mental Effort 4:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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