Prophecy
Soulfly · 2004
56 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal · groove metal
A relentless fusion of heavy riffs and tribal rhythms, echoing powerful themes of struggle and resilience.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks heavy riffs for cathartic release tribal rhythms for energetic movement
- Context
- Released on March 30, 2004, 'Prophecy' is Soulfly's fourth studio album, following their 2002 release '3'. At this point, frontman Max Cavalera was solidifying his unique sound post-Seplultura, blending groove metal with world music influences while navigating personal challenges and lineup changes.
- If you like
- thrash metal, groove metal
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- Dark Ages — Continues the heavy riffs and tribal elements with darker themes and intensity.
Prophecy is an album by Soulfly, released in 2004. A relentless fusion of heavy riffs and tribal rhythms, echoing powerful themes of struggle and resilience. 'Prophecy' debuted at number 62 on the Billboard 200 chart and received generally favorable reviews. Its exploration of themes like spirituality and social issues resonated with fans, establishing it as a significant work in the metal genre during the early 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Prophecy sound like?
A relentless fusion of heavy riffs and tribal rhythms, echoing powerful themes of struggle and resilience. Rooted in thrash metal and groove metal.
What makes Prophecy by Soulfly notable?
'Prophecy' debuted at number 62 on the Billboard 200 chart and received generally favorable reviews. Its exploration of themes like spirituality and social issues resonated with fans, establishing it as a significant work in the metal genre during the early 2000s. Released on March 30, 2004, 'Prophecy' is Soulfly's fourth studio album, following their 2002 release '3'. At this point, frontman Max Cavalera was solidifying his unique sound post-Seplultura, blending groove metal with world music influences while navigating personal challenges and lineup changes.
Who is Prophecy for?
Prophecy works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, heavy riffs for cathartic release and tribal rhythms for energetic movement.
How many songs are on Prophecy?
Prophecy has 12 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prophecy Standout 3:35
- 2 Living Sacrifice Standout 5:03
- 3 Execution Style 2:18
- 4 Defeat U 2:10
- 5 Mars 5:25
- 6 I Believe 5:53
- 7 Moses Standout 7:39
- 8 Born Again Anarchist 3:43
- 9 Porrada 4:07
- 10 In the Meantime 4:45
- 11 Soulfly IV 6:04
- 12 Wings 6:05
Release Date
March 30, 2004
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
56 min 52 sec
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