Works of Carnage cover

Works of Carnage

Krisiun · 2003

63 min · 22 tracks · death metal

Relentless blast beats and guttural screams intertwine with intricate riffs, creating a ferocious death metal assault.

Why this album works

'Works of Carnage' received significant acclaim within the metal community, further pushing Krisiun into the spotlight. It helped the band gain a dedicated fanbase and solidified their influence in the Brazilian death metal scene, contributing to the genre's global recognition during the early 2000s.
Best for
relentless intensity throughout experience dynamic journey with live energy short bursts of ferocity
Context
When 'Works of Carnage' was released in 2003, Krisiun was already established within the death metal scene following their prior album 'Conquerors of Armageddon' (2000). This album marked their third studio release and showcased their technical prowess while solidifying their reputation for aggressive soundscapes and lyrical themes rooted in violence and mythology.
Stylistic neighbors
Akercocke· Impiety· Cavalera Conspiracy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Thorns of Heaven Standout 3:52
  • 2 Murderer Standout 2:43
  • 3 Ethereal World 2:20
  • 4 Works of Carnage 3:27
  • 5 Slaughtering Void 3:05
  • 6 Scourged Centuries Standout 2:21
  • 7 War Ritual 1:12
  • 8 Wolfen Tyranny 2:53
  • 9 Sentinel of the Fallen Earth 3:13
  • 10 Shadows 1:49
  • 11 In League With Satan 2:48
  • 12 Outro 2:09
  • 13 Slain Fate 3:33
  • 14 Ominous 3:45
  • 15 Servant of Emptiness 3:23
  • 16 Eons 1:55
  • 17 Thorns of Heaven (live) 3:29
  • 18 Murderer (live) 3:05
  • 19 Ethereal World (live) 2:33
  • 20 Wolfen Tyranny (live) 3:11
  • 21 In League With Satan (live) 2:53
  • 22 Works of Carnage (live) 3:29

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