Stillborn
Malevolent Creation · 1993
42 min · 10 tracks · death metal
Ruthless riffs and guttural vocals merge with intricate rhythms, creating a relentless assault of death metal ferocity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dominated Resurgency — This opening track sets the tone with blistering speed and technical precision, encapsulating the relentless energy that characterizes the entire album.
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Stillborn — The title track stands out with its haunting melodies juxtaposed against brutal instrumentation, highlighting the band's ability to blend aggression with atmospheric elements.
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Ethnic Cleansing — This track's confrontational lyrics and aggressive delivery make it a focal point of the album, reflecting societal issues through a harsh lens while pushing boundaries in metal music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases aggressive songwriting and skilled musicianship typical of early '90s death metal.
What we noticed
- The album features rapid tempo changes, with tracks alternating between blast beats and slower, heavier sections.
- Guttural vocals are layered over complex guitar riffs that often include dissonant harmonies and intricate solos.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt transitions, creating a sense of unpredictability in the song structures.
- The lyrical themes focus on violence and societal issues, which are reflected in the aggressive instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- relentless intensity and aggression
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Stillborn is Malevolent Creation's third studio album, released in 1993 during their rise in the death metal scene. Following the success of their previous albums, this record marked their continued exploration of darker themes and complex compositions, solidifying their reputation within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cannibal Corpse· Deicide· Obituary
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dominated Resurgency 4:16
- 2 The Way of All Flesh 4:24
- 3 Dominion of Terror 4:32
- 4 Geared for Gain 3:04
- 5 Stillborn 4:44
- 6 Ordain the Hierarchy 2:46
- 7 Carnivorous Misgivings 3:16
- 8 Genetic Affliction 4:40
- 9 Ethnic Cleansing 4:23
- 10 Disciple of Abhorrence 6:18
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