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Released 20 years ago

The Contaminated Void

Coldworker · 2006

39 min · 14 tracks · death metal

A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and guttural vocals that evoke a nightmarish landscape of decay and despair.

Top tracks — play these first

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    D.E.A.D. — This track exemplifies the band's frenetic energy, characterized by rapid tempo shifts and brutal guitar work, making it a standout representation of their style.
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    The Contaminated Void — The title track encapsulates the album's themes with its chaotic yet structured composition, highlighting the blend of melody and aggression that defines Coldworker.
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    Heart Shaped Violence — This song features intricate rhythms and showcases the band's technical skill while maintaining an unrelenting intensity, illustrating their command over the genre.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Waiting for Buildings to Collapse

    A chilling moment occurs when imagery shifts from personal anguish to societal decay, starkly juxtaposing individual suffering against a backdrop of urban deva…

    This structural choice amplifies the thematic depth, moving beyond personal narrative to critique broader societal issues, enriching the listener's experience.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Interloper 2:38
  • 2 D.E.A.D. 2:18
  • 3 An Unforgiving Season 2:34
  • 4 The Contaminated Void 2:24
  • 5 Death Smiles at Me 2:14
  • 6 A Custom-Made Hell 3:01
  • 7 Return to Ashes 4:18
  • 8 Strain at the Leash 2:43
  • 9 Flammable 1:58
  • 10 Antidote 2:28
  • 11 They Crawl Inside Me Uninvited 2:53
  • 12 Waiting for Buildings to Collapse 2:57
  • 13 Heart Shaped Violence 2:58
  • 14 Generations Decay 4:13

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