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Once upon the Cross

Deicide · 1995

28 min · 9 tracks · death metal

Brutal riffs and guttural vocals create a relentless assault on faith and morality.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, intense listening sessions
  • consistent energy throughout album
  • immediate hooks and energy
  • front-loaded pacing

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1995, 'Once Upon the Cross' is Deicide's fourth studio album, showcasing their established presence in the death metal scene following their earlier releases. This album followed the controversial 'Legion' (1992) and solidified their reputation for provocative themes and aggressive sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Akercocke· Cavalera Conspiracy· Archgoat

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Once Upon the Cross 3:34
  • 2 Christ Denied 3:39
  • 3 When Satan Rules His World 2:54
  • 4 Kill the Christian 2:57
  • 5 Trick or Betrayed 2:24
  • 6 They Are the Children of the Underworld 3:11
  • 7 Behind the Light Thou Shall Rise 2:57
  • 8 To Be Dead 2:39
  • 9 Confessional Rape 3:52

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