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New American Gospel

Lamb of God · 2000

41 min · 10 tracks · metalcore · groove metal

A fierce blend of groove metal and metalcore, delivering aggressive riffs and visceral lyricism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady aggression throughout listening
  • intense focus on lyrical themes
  • for workout motivation
  • engaging from start to finish

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lighthearted background music
  • seek melodic, calm experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2000, 'New American Gospel' was Lamb of God's debut full-length album, marking their emergence into the metal scene after the EP 'Burn the Priest'. This record established their signature sound, characterized by heavy grooves and political themes, setting the stage for their subsequent success and influence in the genre.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Black Label 4:52
  • 2 A Warning 2:23
  • 3 In the Absence of the Sacred 4:36
  • 4 Letter to the Unborn 2:56
  • 5 The Black Dahlia 3:19
  • 6 Terror and Hubris in the House of Frank Pollard 5:37
  • 7 The Subtle Arts of Murder and Persuasion 4:10
  • 8 Pariah 4:24
  • 9 Confessional 4:01
  • 10 O.D.H.G.A.B.F.E. 5:14

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