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VII: Sturm und Drang

Lamb of God · 2015

48 min · 10 tracks · metalcore · groove metal

Pummeling riffs and aggressive rhythms collide with introspective lyrics, creating a visceral metal experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo aggression
  • introspective lyrics for reflection
  • pummeling riffs for catharsis
  • consistent flow throughout album
  • for intense workouts

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer light, upbeat sounds
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 24, 2015, 'VII: Sturm und Drang' marked Lamb of God's return after a three-year hiatus following the legal troubles faced by frontman Randy Blythe. This album represented a pivotal moment in their career, showcasing a matured sound while retaining their aggressive groove metal roots.
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 Still Echoes 4:22
  • 2 Erase This 5:08
  • 3 512 4:44
  • 4 Embers 4:56
  • 5 Footprints 4:24
  • 6 Overlord 6:28
  • 7 Anthropoid 3:38
  • 8 Engage the Fear Machine 4:48
  • 9 Delusion Pandemic 4:22
  • 10 Torches 5:15

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