The Mediator Between Head and Hands Must Be the Heart
Sepultura · 2013
67 min · 10 tracks · death metal · thrash metal · alternative metal
A visceral blend of heavy riffs and thoughtful lyrics, reflecting on modern existential crises.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady build to emotional climax visceral intensity for cathartic release thought-provoking themes for deep reflection
- Context
- Released on October 25, 2013, this album marked Sepultura's first studio effort without founding member Igor Cavalera. At this point in their career, the band was exploring new musical landscapes while maintaining their aggressive sound, showcasing a blend of groove metal and progressive elements after their previous album, 'Kairos', which came out in 2011.
- If you like
- death metal, thrash metal, alternative metal
The Mediator Between Head and Hands Must Be the Heart is an album by Sepultura, released in 2013. A visceral blend of heavy riffs and thoughtful lyrics, reflecting on modern existential crises. The album received generally positive reviews, with particular praise for its lyrical depth and thematic complexity. It debuted at number 24 on the Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart, affirming Sepultura's continued relevance in the metal scene amidst changing musical trends. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Mediator Between Head and Hands Must Be the Heart sound like?
A visceral blend of heavy riffs and thoughtful lyrics, reflecting on modern existential crises. Rooted in death metal and thrash metal.
What makes The Mediator Between Head and Hands Must Be the Heart by Sepultura notable?
The album received generally positive reviews, with particular praise for its lyrical depth and thematic complexity. It debuted at number 24 on the Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart, affirming Sepultura's continued relevance in the metal scene amidst changing musical trends. Released on October 25, 2013, this album marked Sepultura's first studio effort without founding member Igor Cavalera. At this point in their career, the band was exploring new musical landscapes while maintaining their aggressive sound, showcasing a blend of groove metal and progressive elements after their previous album, 'Kairos', which came out in 2011.
Who is The Mediator Between Head and Hands Must Be the Heart for?
The Mediator Between Head and Hands Must Be the Heart works well if you're into steady build to emotional climax, visceral intensity for cathartic release and thought-provoking themes for deep reflection.
How many songs are on The Mediator Between Head and Hands Must Be the Heart?
The Mediator Between Head and Hands Must Be the Heart has 10 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Trauma of War Standout 3:45
- 2 The Vatican Standout 6:33
- 3 Impending Doom 4:15
- 4 Manipulation of Tragedy 4:16
- 5 Tsunami 5:10
- 6 The Bliss of Ignorants 4:51
- 7 Grief 5:34
- 8 The Age of the Atheist Standout 4:19
- 9 Obsessed 3:53
- 10 Da lama ao caos 25:02
Release Date
October 25, 2013
Artist Origin
Brazil
Runtime
67 min 43 sec
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