Smear Campaign
Napalm Death · 2006
59 min · 19 tracks · death metal · hardcore punk · grindcore
A relentless onslaught of grindcore energy punctuated by incisive social commentary and blistering musicianship.
Why this album works
'Smear Campaign' received widespread acclaim for its aggressive sound and sharp lyrical critique of modern society. It debuted at number 22 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing the band's enduring popularity and influence within the extreme metal scene.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with relentless energy short bursts of intense aggression social commentary through sonic chaos
- Context
- Released on September 18, 2006, 'Smear Campaign' is Napalm Death's thirteenth studio album, coming after their critically acclaimed 'The Code Is Red... Long Live the Code'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their status as pioneers of grindcore while continuing to push musical boundaries with their politically charged lyrics and complex compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Extreme Noise Terror· Carcass· Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Weltschmerz 1:28
- 2 Sink Fast, Let Go 3:23
- 3 Fatalist 2:51
- 4 Puritanical Punishment Beating Standout 3:26
- 5 When All Is Said and Done 3:01
- 6 Freedom Is the Wage of Sin Standout 3:09
- 7 In Deference 3:14
- 8 Short‐Lived 3:06
- 9 Identity Crisis 2:44
- 10 Shattered Existence 3:11
- 11 Eyes Right Out 3:14
- 12 Call That an Option? 3:02
- 13 Warped Beyond Logic 2:00
- 14 Rabid Wolves (For Christ) Standout 1:24
- 15 Deaf and Dumbstruck (Intelligent Design) 2:46
- 16 Persona Non Grata 2:47
- 17 Smear Campaign 2:48
- 18 Atheist Runt 6:43
- 19 Weltschmerz (extended Apocalyptic version) 4:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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