The Blood of Gods
Gwar · 2017
55 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal · crossover thrash · shock rock
A chaotic blend of thrash metal and theatrical punk, steeped in satirical horror and absurdity.
Why this album works
'The Blood of Gods' received positive reviews and debuted at number 13 on the Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart, solidifying GWAR's relevance in contemporary heavy music. The album was notable for its exploration of mortality and legacy, reflecting on Brockie's influence on both the band and the genre.
- Career context
- Released in 2017, 'The Blood of Gods' marked GWAR's return after the death of longtime frontman Dave Brockie. This album is a pivotal moment for the band as it showcases their resilience and adaptation to loss while maintaining their signature outrageous style and themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Suicidal Tendencies· Dirty Rotten Imbeciles· Municipal Waste
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 War on GWAR Standout 7:21
- 2 Viking Death Machine 4:15
- 3 El Presidente Standout 4:21
- 4 I'll Be Your Monster 3:09
- 5 Auroch 4:05
- 6 Swarm 4:33
- 7 The Sordid Soliloquy of Sawborg Destructo 4:07
- 8 Death to Dickie Duncan 3:39
- 9 Crushed by the Cross 3:57
- 10 Fuck This Place Standout 5:08
- 11 Phantom Limb 6:10
- 12 If You Want Blood (You Got It) 5:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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