Once Dead
Vengeance Rising · 1990
55 min · 13 tracks · thrash metal
A furious blend of thrash riffs and aggressive vocals that challenge the listener's perception of faith and morality.
Once Dead is an album by Vengeance Rising, released in 1990. A furious blend of thrash riffs and aggressive vocals that challenge the listener's perception of faith and morality. This album is significant for its unapologetic approach to blending Christian themes with thrash metal, which was relatively uncommon at the time. It received attention for its aggressive sound and lyrical content, contributing to the growth of the Christian metal movement in the early '90s. Critics acknowledged its raw energy, helping it gain a cult following despite being overlooked by mainstream outlets. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Once Dead sound like?
A furious blend of thrash riffs and aggressive vocals that challenge the listener's perception of faith and morality. Rooted in thrash metal.
What makes Once Dead by Vengeance Rising notable?
This album is significant for its unapologetic approach to blending Christian themes with thrash metal, which was relatively uncommon at the time. It received attention for its aggressive sound and lyrical content, contributing to the growth of the Christian metal movement in the early '90s. Critics acknowledged its raw energy, helping it gain a cult following despite being overlooked by mainstream outlets. Once Dead is Vengeance Rising's debut album, released in 1990, marking their entry into the thrash metal scene. At this point, the band was formed by former members of other Christian metal acts, seeking to blend their faith with heavy music. This album laid the groundwork for their subsequent releases and established their presence in a niche genre.
How many songs are on Once Dead?
Once Dead has 13 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Warfare Standout 4:56
- 2 Can't Get Out 3:56
- 3 Cut Into Pieces Standout 3:15
- 4 Frontal Lobotomy 3:58
- 5 Herod's Violent Death 3:11
- 6 The Whipping Post Standout 8:40
- 7 Arise 4:40
- 8 Space Truck'in 5:09
- 9 Out of the Will 2:11
- 10 The Wrath to Come 2:44
- 11 Into the Abyss 8:55
- 12 Among the Dead 2:57
- 13 Interruption 0:48
Release Date
January 1, 1990
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
55 min 26 sec
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