Ungentle Exhumation
Cryptopsy · 1993
14 min · 4 tracks · technical death metal
Pummeling rhythms and guttural vocals intertwine with intricate guitar work, creating a sonic assault that defines brutal death metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gravaged (A Cryptopsy) — Opening with a relentless barrage of sound, this track sets the tone for the entire album, encapsulating the raw energy and technicality that defines Cryptopsy.
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Abigor — This track features complex time signatures and rapid tempo changes, showcasing the band's technical prowess while maintaining an aggressive atmosphere.
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Mutant Christ — Blending intricate guitar riffs with intense vocal delivery, this song exemplifies the band's ability to balance brutality with musicianship, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases technical proficiency and brutal intensity, establishing a strong identity within its genre.
What we noticed
- The EP features rapid tempo shifts, with songs alternating between blast beats and slower, more methodical sections.
- Each track maintains a distinct structure, with varied arrangements that prevent monotony despite the aggressive sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gravaged (A Cryptopsy) 3:05
- 2 Abigor 3:45
- 3 Back to the Worms 3:31
- 4 Mutant Christ 4:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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