...Of the Dark Light
Suffocation · 2017
35 min · 9 tracks · death metal
A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and guttural vocals that distills despair into an intense metal experience.
Why this album works
...Of the Dark Light received critical acclaim for its complex compositions and brutal sound, solidifying Suffocation's status as pioneers of death metal. The album debuted at number 5 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, illustrating its commercial viability within a niche genre.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo intensity immersive listening in order relentless emotional catharsis
- Context
- Released on June 9, 2017, ...Of the Dark Light marked Suffocation's return after a five-year hiatus following their previous album, Pinnacle of Bedlam. This album showcases the band’s enduring legacy in the death metal genre and reflects their commitment to technical prowess and heavy themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Akercocke· Cavalera Conspiracy· Blasphemy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Clarity Through Deprivation Standout 4:04
- 2 The Warmth Within the Dark Standout 3:39
- 3 Your Last Breaths 4:36
- 4 Return to the Abyss 3:56
- 5 The Violation 3:41
- 6 Of the Dark Light 3:41
- 7 Some Things Should Be Left Alone 3:23
- 8 Caught Between Two Worlds Standout 4:19
- 9 Epitaph of the Credulous 3:58
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