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Neurotripsicks

Gorod · 2005

51 min · 12 tracks · technical death metal

Technical death metal intricacies collide with relentless aggression, creating a dizzying soundscape that is both chaotic and meticulously crafted.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Gutting Job — This track exemplifies the band’s signature style, blending complex rhythms with aggressive melodies that highlight their technical prowess while maintaining an engaging flow.
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    Harmony in Torture — A standout piece that balances brutal riffs with intricate guitar work, showcasing the band's ability to blend melody and aggression seamlessly.
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    Neuronal Disorder State — This track captures the essence of the album with its frenetic pace and thought-provoking lyrics, illustrating Gorod's thematic depth alongside their musical complexity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

Intricate compositions and aggressive delivery define this technical death metal album's strong presence.

What we noticed

  • The use of unconventional song structures is prevalent, with multiple tracks exceeding five minutes and featuring extended instrumental passages.
  • Vocals are delivered in a guttural style that complements the intricate instrumentation, often layering over complex guitar work.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 2005, Neurotripsicks represents Gorod's second full-length album, following their debut, Leading Vision. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation within the technical death metal scene, showcasing their advanced musicianship and complex song structures.
Stylistic neighbors
Obscura· Beyond Creation· Necrophagist

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro / Gorod Rises Up 1:23
  • 2 Gutting Job 3:54
  • 3 Smoked Skulls 4:00
  • 4 Hunt to the Weaks 4:23
  • 5 Beware of Tramps 4:42
  • 6 Pig's Bloated Face 5:27
  • 7 Rusted Nails Attack 5:15
  • 8 Harmony in Torture 5:26
  • 9 Earth Pus 4:38
  • 10 Neuronal Disorder State 5:45
  • 11 Gorod 3:43
  • 12 Submission Transfer 2:31

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