Revocation
Revocation · 2013
45 min · 10 tracks · thrash metal
Complex thrash metal intertwining intricate guitar work with relentless rhythms and aggressive vocals, reflecting a mature evolution of the genre.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Hive — Opening with a frenetic pace, this track sets the tone for the album's intensity while showcasing the band's signature blend of melody and aggression.
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Archfiend — This song stands out for its dynamic shifts between blistering speed and melodic interludes, exemplifying the band's technical mastery and lyrical depth.
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Entombed by Wealth — Addressing themes of greed and societal decay, this track combines intricate guitar solos with powerful riffs, making it both a sonic and thematic highlight.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate songwriting and aggressive performances typical of modern thrash metal.
What we noticed
- Guitar solos are intricately woven into the fabric of each song, often overlapping with aggressive vocal lines.
- Several tracks incorporate breakdowns that shift from fast-paced thrash to slower, heavier riffs, creating dynamic contrasts.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- intense rhythms for focused sessions
- aggressive energy for workout motivation
- complex arrangements for attentive listening
- dynamic shifts keeping engagement high
Maybe skip if you
- seeking mellow background music
- prefer straightforward, catchy songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2013, Revocation marked the band's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed record Chaos of Forms. At this point, Revocation had solidified their presence in the metal scene, showcasing a refined sound and technical prowess that positioned them as leaders in modern thrash metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Black Dahlia Murder· Amon Amarth· Municipal Waste
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Hive 3:43
- 2 Scattering the Flock 5:28
- 3 Archfiend 5:42
- 4 Numbing Agents 3:18
- 5 Fracked 3:51
- 6 The Gift You Gave 5:30
- 7 Invidious 4:26
- 8 Spastic 3:56
- 9 Entombed by Wealth 4:08
- 10 A Visitation 5:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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