Tales from the Grave in Space
Gama Bomb · 2009
30 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal
A frenetic clash of thrash riffs and irreverent humor that transports listeners to a vivid, fantastical universe.
Top tracks — play these first
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Slam Anthem — This opening track sets the tone with its blistering speed and playful lyrics, encapsulating the band's signature blend of fun and ferocity.
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New Eliminators of Atlantis B.C. — Combining historical references with rapid-fire riffs, this track exemplifies Gama Bomb's knack for storytelling through thrash metal.
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Mussolini Mosh — At just over a minute long, this song delivers a satirical punch, demonstrating the band's ability to infuse humor into intense musical moments.
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Polterghost — With catchy hooks and an engaging narrative, this track highlights the band's talent for crafting memorable songs within the thrash genre.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Energetic thrash with humorous lyrics creates a distinct sound, though it may not have wide recognition.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high-energy tone, maintaining a consistent tempo across the first half.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Mussolini Mosh', which shifts from rapid riffs to slower breakdowns.
- The final track, 'Mummy Invasion', closes the album with a frenetic pace, leaving little room for resolution.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quick, energetic listening bursts
- playful and fun themes
- concise, high-energy tracks
- immediate hooks and energy
- relentless, engaging flow
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Tales from the Grave in Space is Gama Bomb's third studio album, released in 2009 after their 2008 record, Citizen Brain. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the UK thrash metal scene, following their breakthrough with well-received earlier albums. This release marked a continuation of their distinctive blend of thrash and tongue-in-cheek lyricism.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Municipal Waste· Toxic Holocaust· Havok
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Slam Anthem 2:33
- 2 New Eliminators of Atlantis B.C. 3:05
- 3 Three Witches 2:39
- 4 Last Ninjas Unite 2:15
- 5 Escape From Scarecrow Mountain 2:35
- 6 Mussolini Mosh 1:13
- 7 We Respect You 2:28
- 8 Apocalypse 1997 2:32
- 9 Return to Blood Castle 2:43
- 10 Polterghost 2:51
- 11 Skeletron 3:08
- 12 Mummy Invasion 2:48
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