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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with chaotic peaks
  • theatrical storytelling with absurdity
  • high-energy anthems for release
  • cathartic expressions of rebellion

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer calm and steady sounds
  • seek straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

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
Municipal Waste· Ludichrist· Exodus

Tracklist

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

  • 1 War on GWAR 7:21
  • 2 Viking Death Machine 4:15
  • 3 El Presidente 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 5:08
  • 11 Phantom Limb 6:10
  • 12 If You Want Blood (You Got It) 5:05

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