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Of Kingdom and Crown

Machine Head · 2022

70 min · 15 tracks · thrash metal · alternative metal · groove metal

A relentless blend of thrash and groove metal, infused with emotional intensity and lyrical depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • wave-like pacing experiences
  • intense moments of reflection

Where this album fits

Career context
Of Kingdom and Crown is Machine Head's tenth studio album, released in 2022 after a significant lineup change that saw guitarist Phil Demmel depart. This album follows their 2018 effort, Catharsis, marking a return to their heavier roots and showcasing a renewed focus on aggression and thematic storytelling. The band had been navigating a transitional phase, and this release solidified their commitment to evolving their sound while honoring their legacy.
Stylistic neighbors
Lamb of God· Pantera· Killswitch Engage
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Slaughter the Martyr".

  • 1 Slaughter the Martyr Start here 10:25
  • 2 Choke on the Ashes of Your Hate 4:06
  • 3 Become the Firestorm 4:59
  • 4 Overdose 0:58
  • 5 My Hands Are Empty 5:29
  • 6 Unhallowed 6:29
  • 7 Assimilate 0:59
  • 8 Kill Thy Enemies 5:40
  • 9 No Gods, No Masters 4:18
  • 10 Bloodshot 4:20
  • 11 Rotten 4:32
  • 12 Terminus 1:12
  • 13 Arrows in Words From the Sky 5:55
  • 14 Exteroception 4:45
  • 15 Arrows in Words From the Sky (acoustic) 5:54

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