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Slowly We Rot

Obituary · 1989

40 min · 14 tracks · death metal

A relentless barrage of guttural growls and heavy riffs encapsulates the raw intensity of early death metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • relentless sonic intensity
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • cathartic release through aggression
  • headbanging anthems for energy
  • immersive listen for enthusiasts

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer light, melodic sounds
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in June 1989, 'Slowly We Rot' was Obituary's debut studio album, marking their entry into the burgeoning death metal scene. The band had previously gained attention with their demo tapes, but this album solidified their reputation as one of the genre's pioneers.
Stylistic neighbors
Cannibal Corpse· Deicide· Dying Fetus

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Internal Bleeding 3:01
  • 2 Godly Beings 1:55
  • 3 'Til Death 3:56
  • 4 Slowly We Rot 3:36
  • 5 Immortal Visions 2:25
  • 6 Gates to Hell 2:48
  • 7 Words of Evil 1:55
  • 8 Suffocation 2:35
  • 9 Intoxicated 4:40
  • 10 Deadly Intentions 2:09
  • 11 Bloodsoaked 3:11
  • 12 Stinkupuss 2:59
  • 13 Find the Arise (demo) 2:39
  • 14 Like the Dead (demo) 2:34

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