What makes Shitfun by Autopsy notable?

Shitfun garnered attention for its extreme lyrical content and confrontational themes, which both shocked audiences and drew criticism from various media outlets. The album's title track and others sparked discussions about censorship in music, highlighting the balance between artistic expression and societal norms within the genre. Its raw production and unapologetically grotesque aesthetic contributed to the cult status Autopsy enjoys among death metal enthusiasts. Released on September 12, 1995, Shitfun was Autopsy's third studio album, following their influential 1992 record, Mental Funeral. At this point in their career, the band had already established themselves as a key player in the underground death metal scene, known for their graphic lyrical content and visceral sound. This album solidified their position as pioneers of a particularly unrefined subgenre of death metal.

Shitfun works well if you're into short, intense listening bursts, chaotic, visceral experiences and unsettling, aggressive atmospheres.

How many songs are on Shitfun?

Shitfun has 21 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Shitfun

Autopsy · 1995

55 min · 21 tracks · death metal

A raw and aggressive exploration of death metal's most grotesque themes, delivered with relentless intensity and dark humor.

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Deathmask — Opening with an intense barrage of guitars and drums, this track epitomizes the band's signature blend of brutality and dark humor, setting the tone for the entire album.
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Humiliate Your Corpse — This track showcases Autopsy's ability to combine catchy riffs with grisly imagery, making it a standout example of their distinctive style within death metal.
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I Sodomize Your Corpse — The provocative title reflects the band's penchant for shock value, while the relentless tempo captures their raw energy and unwavering commitment to confronting taboo subjects.
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Blood Orgy — With a dynamic structure that balances speed and melody, this track highlights Autopsy’s musical versatility while maintaining their characteristic gruesome themes.
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Grave Violators — Closing the album on a heavy note, this track encapsulates the essence of Shitfun’s narrative style through both its lyrics and crushing instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short, intense listening bursts
chaotic, visceral experiences
unsettling, aggressive atmospheres
dark, confrontational moods

Maybe skip if you

long, immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on September 12, 1995, Shitfun was Autopsy's third studio album, following their influential 1992 record, Mental Funeral. At this point in their career, the band had already established themselves as a key player in the underground death metal scene, known for their graphic lyrical content and visceral sound. This album solidified their position as pioneers of a particularly unrefined subgenre of death metal.
Stylistic neighbors: Incantation· Obituary· Bolt Thrower

Tracklist

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

1 Deathmask 2:49
2 Humiliate Your Corpse 3:28
3 Fuckdog 0:42
4 Praise the Children 3:41
5 The Birthing 2:12
6 Shiteater 2:33
7 Formaldehigh 0:52
8 I Sodomize Your Corpse 3:40
9 Geek 4:07
10 Brain Damage 1:17
11 Blood Orgy 3:24
12 No More Hate 2:02
13 Grave Violators 4:47
14 Maim Rape Kill Rape 5:04
15 I Shit on Your Grave 0:42
16 An End to the Misery 1:13
17 The 24 Public Mutilations 3:10
18 Bathe in Fire 1:42
19 Bowel Ripper 1:11
20 Burnt to a Fuck 3:46
21 Excremental Ecstasy 3:16

What to play next

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Acts of the Unspeakable

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