The Best of Obituary
Obituary · 2008
49 min · 13 tracks · death metal
A relentless barrage of guttural growls and thunderous riffs, epitomizing the raw power of death metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Internal Bleeding Start here — As one of Obituary's signature songs, it exemplifies the band's lyrical themes of anguish and despair while featuring a powerful riff that has become iconic in death metal circles.
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'Til Death — 'Til Death showcases the band's ability to blend melody with brutality, featuring intense guitar work and anthemic choruses that resonate with fans and newcomers alike.
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Chopped in Half — This track highlights Obituary's distinctive sound with its memorable hooks and aggressive pace, making it a staple in their live performances and a favorite among fans.
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Cause of Death — Cause of Death is pivotal for its intricate guitar solos and complex rhythms, representing a high point in the band's technical prowess during their early years.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This compilation captures Obituary's signature sound but lacks the cohesive flow of a studio album.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent tempo throughout, with most tracks maintaining a fast pace characteristic of death metal.
- Guttural growls are layered over heavy guitar riffs, creating a dense sound that is typical for the genre.
- Several tracks incorporate breakdowns that shift dynamics, providing brief moments of respite before returning to aggressive instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- steady mid-tempo aggression
- relentless energy for workouts
- for headbanging sessions
- in-order listening experience
- cathartic release of tension
Maybe skip if you
- prefer melodic and soft sounds
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Compiles influential tracks showcasing the band's legacy in death metal.
- Themes
- death and decay· internal anguish· metal legacy
- Career context
- Released in 2008, 'The Best of Obituary' captures the band's legacy as one of the pioneers of death metal. By this point, Obituary had already made a significant impact with essential albums like 'Slowly We Rot' and 'Cause of Death', solidifying their place in metal history. This compilation serves as a retrospective, showcasing their evolution and influence over two decades.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cannibal Corpse· Deicide· Dying Fetus
Tracklist
- 1 Internal Bleeding Start here 3:01
- 2 'Til Death 3:56
- 3 Slowly We Rot 3:37
- 4 Cause of Death 6:31
- 5 Chopped in Half 3:45
- 6 Turned Inside Out 5:10
- 7 The End Complete 4:04
- 8 I'm in Pain 4:01
- 9 Don't Care 3:09
- 10 Final Thoughts 4:09
- 11 Kill for Me 2:57
- 12 Threatening Skies 2:20
- 13 On the Floor 3:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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