Of Truth and Sacrifice
Heaven Shall Burn · 2020
97 min · 19 tracks · metalcore
An intense blend of melodic death metal and metalcore that intertwines aggressive riffs with poignant lyrical themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Thoughts and Prayers — This track critiques societal apathy towards violence and tragedy, encapsulating the album's thematic focus on personal responsibility amidst global crises.
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Eradicate — With its relentless energy and powerful breakdowns, this song exemplifies the band's signature sound while addressing themes of resistance against oppression.
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Children of a Lesser God — This closing track blends melodic instrumentation with harsh vocals, highlighting the emotional weight of the album and leaving listeners with a profound sense of urgency.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- aggressive vocals for cathartic release
- thought-provoking themes of sacrifice
- engaging narratives that unfold gradually
- intense moments for focused listening
Maybe skip if you
- dislike lengthy, immersive experiences
- prefer straightforward, instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Of Truth and Sacrifice is Heaven Shall Burn's eighth studio album, released after their acclaimed 2017 record Wanderer. The band was solidifying their position as a leading force in the European metal scene, marked by a refined production approach and diverse songwriting elements that pushed their sound further into progressive territories.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Caliban· As I Lay Dying· Killswitch Engage
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 March of Retribution 1:22
- 2 Thoughts and Prayers 4:58
- 3 Eradicate 4:32
- 4 Protector 5:27
- 5 Übermacht 5:26
- 6 My Heart and the Ocean 5:51
- 7 Expatriate 8:53
- 8 What War Means 5:31
- 9 Terminate the Unconcern 4:42
- 10 The Ashes of My Enemies 2:03
Disc 2
- 1 Children of a Lesser God 6:35
- 2 La Résistance 5:06
- 3 The Sorrows of Victory 8:25
- 4 Stateless 3:49
- 5 Tirpitz 5:54
- 6 Truther 2:41
- 7 Critical Mass 3:35
- 8 Eagles Among Vultures 5:06
- 9 Weakness Leaving My Heart 7:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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