Is Wrath a good place to start with Lamb of God?

Yes, Wrath is recommended as a starting point for new Lamb of God listeners. A fierce blend of precision and aggression, driven by intricate riffs and commanding vocals that showcase the band's signature groove metal style. Released on February 23, 2009, 'Wrath' was Lamb of God's sixth studio album, following the critical success of 'Sacrament' in 2006. At this point in their career, the band had firmly established themselves as leaders in the metal genre and were exploring deeper lyrical themes while refining their sound. This album came during a period of increased visibility for the band, resulting from extensive touring and growing mainstream recognition.

Wrath works well if you're into intense late-night workouts, gradual build to cathartic release and immersive headphone detail exploration.

How many songs are on Wrath?

Wrath has 65 tracks, running approximately 285 minutes.

Wrath

Lamb of God · 2009

285 min · 65 tracks · metalcore

A fierce blend of precision and aggression, driven by intricate riffs and commanding vocals that showcase the band's signature groove metal style.

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Top tracks — play these first

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In Your Words Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Set to Fail — This track exemplifies the band's signature blend of groove and aggression, with complex rhythms that drive home its themes of internal conflict and societal critique.
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Grace — A standout moment on the album, this song juxtaposes heavy instrumentation with introspective lyrics that delve into themes of redemption and despair.
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Contractor — This track showcases Lamb of God’s relentless energy and intricate guitar work, embodying their ability to address darker themes through powerful musicality.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and production, balancing aggression with moments of melody.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature rapid tempo changes, with aggressive riffs and intense drumming that set a high-energy tone.
Several tracks incorporate breakdowns that emphasize rhythmic shifts, allowing for moments of both aggression and groove.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

intense late-night workouts
gradual build to cathartic release
immersive headphone detail exploration
relentless energy for long drives

Maybe skip if you

seeking quick, standalone tracks
prefer calm, soothing sounds

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Marked one of their highest chart positions and solidified their reputation.
Moods: Cathartic· Aggressive
Career context: Released on February 23, 2009, 'Wrath' was Lamb of God's sixth studio album, following the critical success of 'Sacrament' in 2006. At this point in their career, the band had firmly established themselves as leaders in the metal genre and were exploring deeper lyrical themes while refining their sound. This album came during a period of increased visibility for the band, resulting from extensive touring and growing mainstream recognition.
Stylistic neighbors: Machine Head· Killswitch Engage· As I Lay Dying