The Root of All Evil
Arch Enemy · 2009
52 min · 13 tracks · melodic death metal
A relentless barrage of melodic riffs and guttural vocals intertwine to create an intense sonic experience.
Why this album works
'The Root of All Evil' received critical acclaim, solidifying Arch Enemy's status within the metal genre. It charted in several countries, peaking at number 11 on the Swedish charts, demonstrating the band’s sustained popularity and influence in heavy music culture.
- Career context
- Released in 2009, 'The Root of All Evil' is Arch Enemy's sixth studio album, following their commercially successful release, 'Rise of the Tyrant' from 2007. This album features re-recorded tracks from their earlier work with Angela Gossow on vocals, marking a significant moment in their career as they sought to revisit and reinforce their legacy in the melodic death metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Die Apokalyptischen Reiter· Ensiferum· Hatesphere
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Root of All Evil (intro) 1:06
- 2 Beast of Man Standout 3:46
- 3 The Immortal 3:47
- 4 Diva Satanica Standout 3:48
- 5 Demonic Science 5:23
- 6 Bury Me an Angel Standout 4:25
- 7 Dead Inside 4:24
- 8 Dark Insanity 3:25
- 9 Pilgrim 4:51
- 10 Demoniality 1:40
- 11 Transmigration Macabre 3:33
- 12 Silverwing 4:22
- 13 Bridge of Destiny 7:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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