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What Hell Is About

Dagoba · 2006

44 min · 12 tracks · groove metal

A relentless barrage of groove metal that intertwines aggressive riffs with haunting melodies and dark, introspective lyrics.

Why this album works

'What Hell Is About' helped solidify Dagoba's reputation in the European metal community, showcasing their unique blend of groove metal. The album received positive reviews from various publications, highlighting its intensity and depth, which contributed to the band's growing fanbase and critical acclaim.
Best for
introspective late-night reflections short bursts of intensity dynamic emotional journeys
Context
Released on January 1, 2006, 'What Hell Is About' was Dagoba's second studio album following their debut 'Evil Fathers'. At this point in their career, the band was establishing their presence in the French metal scene, transitioning from a promising debut to more complex songwriting and production techniques.
Stylistic neighbors
Rob Zombie· Carajo· Sepultura

Tracklist

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

  • 1 What Hell Is About 0:43
  • 2 Die Tomorrow (…What If You Should?) Standout 5:25
  • 3 The Fall of Men Standout 2:50
  • 4 The Man You're Not 5:21
  • 5 Cancer 4:34
  • 6 It's All About Time 6:49
  • 7 The Things Apart 1:04
  • 8 The Things Within 4:14
  • 9 Livin' Dead 3:38
  • 10 042104 1:23
  • 11 Morphine - The Apostle of Your Last War Standout 3:31
  • 12 The White Guy (Suicide) 5:05

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