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Trample the Weak, Hurdle the Dead

Skinless · 2006

36 min · 8 tracks · death metal

Relentless riffs and guttural growls intertwine in a brutal exploration of nihilism and despair.

Why this album works

This album is significant for cementing Skinless's position within the American death metal landscape, receiving positive reviews that praised its aggressive sound and musicianship. It is often regarded as a critical highlight in their discography, influencing subsequent acts in the genre and reinforcing the band's legacy in heavy music.
Career context
By the time Skinless released 'Trample the Weak, Hurdle the Dead' in 2006, they were firmly established in the death metal scene following their previous album 'Foreshadowing Our Demise' from 2001. This album marked their return after a five-year hiatus and showcased a matured sound that emphasized technical precision alongside their signature brutality.
Stylistic neighbors
Akercocke· Cavalera Conspiracy· Blasphemy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Overlord Standout 4:06
  • 2 A Unilateral Disgust 4:15
  • 3 Deviation Will Not Be Tolerated 5:28
  • 4 Trample the Weak, Hurdle the Dead Standout 4:10
  • 5 Spoils of the Sycophant 3:53
  • 6 Endvisioned 4:42
  • 7 Execution of Reason Standout 4:22
  • 8 Wicked World 5:47

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