The Mediator Between Head and Hands Must Be the Heart cover

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady build to emotional climax
  • visceral intensity for cathartic release
  • thought-provoking themes for deep reflection
  • late-night introspection with urgency

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer light, upbeat listening
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors
Soulfly· Pantera· Machine Head

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Trauma of War 3:45
  • 2 The Vatican 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 4:19
  • 9 Obsessed 3:53
  • 10 Da lama ao caos 25:02

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