The Fine Art of Murder
Malevolent Creation · 1998
56 min · 13 tracks · death metal
A relentless barrage of guttural growls and blistering riffs define this death metal onslaught.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews and reinforced Malevolent Creation's standing within the death metal genre. It showcased the band's ability to blend technical musicianship with brutal songwriting, influencing many contemporaries and later bands in the scene.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing
- Context
- Released on October 27, 1998, 'The Fine Art of Murder' is Malevolent Creation's sixth studio album, coming three years after their previous release, 'Eternal.' This album marked a period of consistency for the band as they solidified their presence in the death metal scene while maintaining their signature aggressive sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Akercocke· Cavalera Conspiracy· Blasphemy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 To Die Is at Hand Standout 3:36
- 2 Manic Demise 3:01
- 3 Instinct Evolved 4:41
- 4 Dissect the Eradicated 3:14
- 5 Mass Graves Standout 6:15
- 6 The Fine Art of Murder Standout 5:50
- 7 Bone Exposed 3:31
- 8 Purge 2:45
- 9 Fracture 6:33
- 10 Rictus Surreal 4:28
- 11 Scorn 3:09
- 12 Day of Lamentation 7:00
- 13 Scattered Flesh 2:12
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