Miasma
The Black Dahlia Murder · 2005
33 min · 10 tracks · melodic death metal
Relentlessly aggressive riffs blend with intricate melodies, creating a dark yet captivating soundscape.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady aggression for focused energy dark atmosphere for intense moods quick bursts of relentless riffs
- Context
- Released on July 12, 2005, 'Miasma' was The Black Dahlia Murder's second album, following their critically acclaimed debut 'Unhallowed.' At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation within the melodic death metal scene and expanding their fanbase significantly.
- If you like
- melodic death metal
Miasma is an album by The Black Dahlia Murder, released in 2005. Relentlessly aggressive riffs blend with intricate melodies, creating a dark yet captivating soundscape. 'Miasma' debuted at number 113 on the Billboard 200 and received positive reviews for its technical proficiency and songwriting. It helped cement The Black Dahlia Murder as a leading force in the genre, influencing numerous bands that followed and contributing to the resurgence of interest in melodic death metal in the mid-2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Miasma sound like?
Relentlessly aggressive riffs blend with intricate melodies, creating a dark yet captivating soundscape. Rooted in melodic death metal.
What makes Miasma by The Black Dahlia Murder notable?
'Miasma' debuted at number 113 on the Billboard 200 and received positive reviews for its technical proficiency and songwriting. It helped cement The Black Dahlia Murder as a leading force in the genre, influencing numerous bands that followed and contributing to the resurgence of interest in melodic death metal in the mid-2000s. Released on July 12, 2005, 'Miasma' was The Black Dahlia Murder's second album, following their critically acclaimed debut 'Unhallowed.' At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation within the melodic death metal scene and expanding their fanbase significantly.
Who is Miasma for?
Miasma works well if you're into steady aggression for focused energy, dark atmosphere for intense moods and quick bursts of relentless riffs.
How many songs are on Miasma?
Miasma has 10 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Built for Sin 1:15
- 2 I’m Charming 2:54
- 3 Flies 3:26
- 4 Statutory Ape Standout 3:42
- 5 A Vulgar Picture Standout 3:37
- 6 Novelty Crosses 3:51
- 7 Dave Goes to Hollywood 3:59
- 8 Miscarriage 3:09
- 9 Spite Suicide 2:52
- 10 Miasma Standout 4:41
Release Date
July 12, 2005
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
33 min 30 sec
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