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Sorcery

Kataklysm · 1995

46 min · 9 tracks · death metal

A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and guttural vocals that propel the listener into a chaotic sonic landscape.

Why this album works

'Sorcery' played a crucial role in establishing Kataklysm as a prominent force in the Canadian death metal scene. The album received positive reviews from metal publications, contributing to the band's growing reputation and influence within the genre.
Best for
steady progression with climactic moments relentless energy for intense focus immersive journey through chaos
Context
'Sorcery' is Kataklysm's third album, released during their rise in the death metal scene following 'The Mystical Gate of Reincarnation' in 1993. By this time, the band was solidifying their sound and fanbase, showcasing their signature blend of melodic elements and brutal intensity.
Stylistic neighbors
Akercocke· Blasphemy· Impiety

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sorcery (Kataklysm Part II) Standout 4:57
  • 2 Mould in a Breed (Chapter I: Bestial Propagation) 6:13
  • 3 Whirlwind of the Withered Blossoms (Chapter II: Forgotten Ancestors) 5:18
  • 4 Feeling the Neverworld (Chapter III: An Infinite Transmigration) 5:54
  • 5 Elder God Standout 4:00
  • 6 Garden of Dreams (Chapter I: Supernatural Appearance) 5:29
  • 7 Once... Upon Possession (Chapter II: Legacy of Both Lores) 2:38
  • 8 Dead Zygote (Chapter III: Dethroned Son) 5:07
  • 9 World of Treason (Instrumental Vibrations) Standout 6:35

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