Slaughter in the Vatican
Exhorder · 1990
41 min · 8 tracks · thrash metal · groove metal
Aggressive riffs and pounding rhythms create a relentless, politically charged soundscape that defines groove metal's early evolution.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing experiences
- Context
- Released on October 23, 1990, 'Slaughter in the Vatican' was Exhorder's debut album, positioning them as trailblazers in the groove metal genre. At this time, the band was emerging from the New Orleans heavy metal scene, seeking to establish their identity amidst the thrash and death metal movements dominating the era.
- If you like
- thrash metal, groove metal
Slaughter in the Vatican is an album by Exhorder, released in 1990. Aggressive riffs and pounding rhythms create a relentless, politically charged soundscape that defines groove metal's early evolution. 'Slaughter in the Vatican' is significant for its role in shaping the groove metal genre, influencing bands like Pantera and Lamb of God. The album received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of thrash and groove elements, helping to pave the way for future heavy metal subgenres and earning a spot in discussions about essential albums of the early '90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Slaughter in the Vatican sound like?
Aggressive riffs and pounding rhythms create a relentless, politically charged soundscape that defines groove metal's early evolution. Rooted in thrash metal and groove metal.
What makes Slaughter in the Vatican by Exhorder notable?
'Slaughter in the Vatican' is significant for its role in shaping the groove metal genre, influencing bands like Pantera and Lamb of God. The album received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of thrash and groove elements, helping to pave the way for future heavy metal subgenres and earning a spot in discussions about essential albums of the early '90s. Released on October 23, 1990, 'Slaughter in the Vatican' was Exhorder's debut album, positioning them as trailblazers in the groove metal genre. At this time, the band was emerging from the New Orleans heavy metal scene, seeking to establish their identity amidst the thrash and death metal movements dominating the era.
Who is Slaughter in the Vatican for?
Slaughter in the Vatican works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing experiences.
How many songs are on Slaughter in the Vatican?
Slaughter in the Vatican has 8 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Death in Vain 5:34
- 2 Homicide Standout 3:14
- 3 Desecrator 6:08
- 4 Exhorder 5:12
- 5 The Tragic Period Standout 7:08
- 6 Legions of Death 4:33
- 7 Anal Lust 2:35
- 8 Slaughter in the Vatican Standout 7:21
Release Date
October 23, 1990
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
41 min 48 sec
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