The Haematobic EP cover

The Haematobic EP

Aborted · 2004

22 min · 6 tracks · brutal death metal

A relentless barrage of guttural growls and frenetic riffs that epitomize brutal death metal's intensity.

Why this album works

This EP is significant for its role in establishing Aborted as a leading force in the brutal death metal genre. It received positive reviews from critics for its ferocity and production quality, helping the band carve out a dedicated fanbase and contributing to the underground death metal movement in the early 2000s.
Best for
relentless energy from start short bursts of intensity headbanging anthems for adrenaline
Context
Released in early 2004, 'The Haematobic EP' came as Aborted was gaining traction within the brutal death metal scene following their previous album, 'Engineering the Dead.' This EP showcased their evolving sound, blending technical proficiency with unyielding aggression, solidifying their reputation for extreme music.
Stylistic neighbors
Cryptopsy· Hour of Penance· Benighted

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gestated Rabidity Standout 4:13
  • 2 Drowned 3:46
  • 3 Voracious Haemaglobonic Syndrome Standout 4:06
  • 4 The Sanctification of Refornication 3:44
  • 5 Parasitic Flesh Resection 2:05
  • 6 The Holocaust Incarnate Standout 4:32

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