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The Art of Dying

Death Angel · 2004

55 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal

A blistering fusion of aggressive riffs and melodic undertones, embodying thrash metal's relentless energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'The Art of Dying' was released in 2004, Death Angel was experiencing a significant resurgence after reuniting in 2001. This album marked their first studio release since 'Act III' in 1990, solidifying their return to the thrash metal scene with renewed vigor and creativity.
Stylistic neighbors
Testament· Overkill· Exodus

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Thrown to the Wolves 7:26
  • 2 5 Steps of Freedom 4:45
  • 3 Thicker Than Blood 3:42
  • 4 The Devil Incarnate 6:05
  • 5 Famine 4:29
  • 6 Prophecy 5:09
  • 7 No 3:23
  • 8 Spirit 6:22
  • 9 Land of Blood 3:37
  • 10 Never Me 5:15
  • 11 Word to the Wise 4:56

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