The albums that define
slam death metal.
Our picks for where to start with slam death metal — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
The slam death metal essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Devourment
Butcher the Weak
Brutal riffs collide with guttural vocals, creating an unrelenting sonic assault that defines the slam death metal genre.
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Devourment
Molesting the Decapitated
A relentless barrage of guttural vocals and bludgeoning riffs create a visceral experience that pushes the limits of extreme metal.
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