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Under Siege

Sepultura · 1992

44 min · 12 tracks · death metal · thrash metal · alternative metal

A ferocious blend of thrash and groove metal that captures the raw energy of Sepultura's live performance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • ferocious energy for workouts
  • cathartic release through intensity
  • headbanging anthems for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer mellow, laid-back sounds
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 14, 1992, 'Under Siege' marks Sepultura's first live album during a period of critical acclaim following their breakthrough with 'Beneath the Remains.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation as pioneers of the Brazilian metal scene and gaining international recognition.
Stylistic neighbors
Soulfly· Pantera· Machine Head

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 2:05
  • 2 Arise 2:54
  • 3 Desperate Cry 5:50
  • 4 Dead Embryonic Cells 4:17
  • 5 Mass Hypnosis 4:22
  • 6 Altered State 4:21
  • 7 Inner Self 4:40
  • 8 Escape to the Void 3:42
  • 9 Troops of Doom 2:51
  • 10 Beneath the Remains 4:51
  • 11 Orgasmatron / Outro 4:50
  • 12 Arise

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