What makes Rated X by Deranged notable?

The album gained attention for its unapologetic exploration of grotesque themes, which resonated with the underground metal community. It also showcased the band's influence within the death metal genre, contributing to the burgeoning Swedish sound that would shape future acts. Rated X was Deranged's second studio album, released in 1995 after their debut, Disembodied. At this point, the band had begun solidifying their place in the Swedish death metal scene, following up on the momentum from their first album and further developing their signature sound.

How many songs are on Rated X?

Rated X has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Rated X

Deranged · 1995

40 min · 10 tracks

A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and guttural vocals intertwine with dark humor and nihilistic themes.

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Killing Spree — This track exemplifies the album's aggressive musical style while presenting a chilling narrative that reflects the band's dark lyrical approach.
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I'm the Love Undertaker — With a tongue-in-cheek title, this song cleverly juxtaposes romantic imagery with horror elements, embodying the band's playful yet macabre aesthetic.
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Sixteen and Dead — The track stands out for its haunting melody paired with tragic lyrics, showcasing Deranged's ability to blend brutality with emotional depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

63 /100

Foothills

Higher than 75% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and performance within the death metal genre, marked by its aggressive sound and thematic depth.

What we noticed

The album features aggressive guitar riffs that maintain a high tempo throughout, with only brief moments of slower passages.
Vocals are predominantly guttural and delivered in a relentless style, often layered over complex drum patterns.
Several tracks incorporate dark humor in their themes, creating a juxtaposition between the music's intensity and lyrical content.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Black Semen Vengeance 4:31
2 Killing Spree 3:05
3 (Clim)Axe 5:59
4 Narcissistic Sleighride 3:10
5 Unleash My Hunger... 2:50
6 Razor Tongue 4:35
7 I'm the Love Undertaker 3:50
8 ...as a Wolf 3:34
9 Sixteen and Dead 6:38
10 Paint It Black 1:52

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