Revelations of Oblivion
Possessed · 2019
54 min · 12 tracks · death metal
A relentless assault of intricate riffs and guttural vocals that epitomizes the ferocity of modern death metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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No More Room in Hell — This track showcases Possessed's signature blend of aggressive riffs and dark, thematic lyrics, capturing the essence of their return to the scene.
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Demon — With its intricate guitar work and relentless pace, this song exemplifies the technical prowess that made Possessed a cornerstone of the genre.
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Shadowcult — This track highlights the band's ability to weave complex rhythms with haunting melodies, making it a standout representation of their evolved sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Possessed's return showcases strong craftsmanship and composition, though it may not redefine the genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing slightly in the latter tracks.
- Each song features complex guitar riffs layered with aggressive drumming, creating a dense soundscape characteristic of modern death metal.
- Vocals are predominantly guttural and delivered at a high intensity, often overlapping with the instrumentation rather than following traditional melodic lines.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo progression
- intricate riffs for detail hunting
- cathartic release through intensity
- focused listening in sequence
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Revelations of Oblivion marks Possessed's first studio album in over three decades, following their influential debut Seven Churches in 1985. This release comes during a period of resurgence for the band, revitalizing their legacy within the thrash and death metal scenes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Chant of Oblivion 1:53
- 2 No More Room in Hell 4:48
- 3 Dominion 4:25
- 4 Damned 5:00
- 5 Demon 5:16
- 6 Abandoned 5:20
- 7 Shadowcult 4:43
- 8 Omen 6:41
- 9 Ritual 4:47
- 10 The Word 5:09
- 11 Graven 4:19
- 12 Temple of Samael 1:49
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