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Strychnine.213

Aborted · 2008

40 min · 11 tracks · brutal death metal

Relentless blast beats and guttural vocals create a visceral soundscape of brutal death metal fury.

Why this album works

Upon its release, 'Strychnine.213' solidified Aborted's reputation within the brutal death metal genre, receiving positive reviews from various metal publications. The album’s intricate compositions and raw intensity influenced numerous bands in the underground scene, helping to define the sound of modern brutal death metal.
Best for
steady mid-tempo adrenaline rush visceral soundscapes for intensity relentless energy for workouts
Context
By the release of 'Strychnine.213', Aborted was already established in the extreme metal scene, having released their fourth studio album. This record followed their critically acclaimed 2005 album 'The Archaic Abattoir' and marked a continued evolution in their aggressive sound, showcasing their technical prowess and thematic exploration of horror.
Stylistic neighbors
Cryptopsy· Hour of Penance· Benighted

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Carrion 1:45
  • 2 Ophiolatry on a Hemocite Platter Standout 4:51
  • 3 135 3:44
  • 4 Pestiferous Subterfuge Standout 4:23
  • 5 The Chyme Congeries 3:45
  • 6 A Murmur in Decrepit Wits 4:42
  • 7 Enterrement of an Idol 3:23
  • 8 Hereditary Bane 2:49
  • 9 Avarice of Vilification 3:34
  • 10 The Obfuscate 4:09
  • 11 Slaughtered Standout 3:54

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