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Sepultura – Against – Compact Disc

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Sepultura – Against – Compact Disc

Sepultura\’s Against (1998) is the seventh studio album by the influential Brazilian metal band, marking a significant turning point in their career. This was the first album to feature vocalist Derrick Green, following the departure of founding member and iconic frontman Max Cavalera in 1996. Against is a blend of thrash metal, groove metal, and nu-metal elements, showcasing the band\’s evolution while retaining their raw, aggressive sound.

Against continues Sepultura\’s legacy of combining thrash metal’s intense, fast riffing with the more rhythmic, heavy groove elements they had developed during the early 1990s. Tracks feature the band\’s signature, chugging guitar riffs, complex drumming, and a dark, aggressive tone.

Released during the rise of the nu-metal genre, Against features some elements that were popular at the time, such as down-tuned guitars and heavier, groove-oriented riffs. However, Sepultura avoids fully embracing the nu-metal sound, instead integrating it into their unique style.

The album features the use of Brazilian tribal rhythms and percussion, continuing the band’s interest in blending traditional Brazilian music with metal, a hallmark of their style since their breakthrough album Roots (1996).

Key Tracks

\”Against\” (Title Track): The title track sets the tone for the album with its fast-paced, thrash-heavy riffs and aggressive drumming. Derrick Green\’s powerful, gritty vocals introduce a new era for Sepultura, and the song reflects the band’s defiant stance in the face of lineup changes and industry pressure.
\”Tribus\”: This track highlights Sepultura’s continued interest in tribal rhythms, with a heavy focus on percussion and a slower, hypnotic groove. The fusion of metal with traditional Brazilian sounds underscores the band\’s commitment to blending global influences into their music.

Much of Against deals with themes of resistance, rebellion, and anger. The album’s title and lyrics reflect Sepultura’s defiant attitude following the tumultuous departure of Max Cavalera. Songs often deal with personal struggles, societal issues, and staying true to oneself in the face of adversity. Green’s lyrics, combined with the band’s aggressive sound, explore personal pain, betrayal, and social injustices. The band tackles political and cultural issues, reflecting their roots in Brazil’s turbulent social environment and their global perspective.

Green’s introduction brought a new vocal style to Sepultura. While he maintains the aggressive, shouted delivery that fans of the band were used to, his voice has a lower, more guttural tone compared to Max Cavalera’s rawer, more primal sound.

Andreas Kisser delivers crushing guitar riffs, often blending complex rhythms with melodic touches. The rhythm section, led by drummer Igor Cavalera, is a key component of the album, with fast-paced thrash elements interspersed with the heavier, groove-oriented breakdowns. Igor\’s drumming, particularly his use of tribal percussion, remains a standout aspect of the band’s sound.

The album continues the experimentation with Brazilian percussion, heard on tracks like “Tribus.” These elements bring a unique, culturally rich dimension to Sepultura’s otherwise brutal sound, linking their Brazilian heritage with their global metal influence.

Against was highly anticipated due to the departure of Max Cavalera, a significant shift in the band\’s lineup. While some fans struggled with the change in direction, others praised the band for pushing forward with Derrick Green and evolving their sound. This album helped define the new chapter of Sepultura’s career and established Green as a capable and passionate frontman.

Released during the rise of nu-metal in the late 1990s, Against incorporates some of the genre’s groove-based heaviness but avoids fully embracing its more commercial elements. Sepultura’s blending of traditional metal with Brazilian rhythms and their experimental approach kept them distinct within the metal landscape.

Against is viewed as a transitional album for Sepultura. While it didn’t reach the same commercial success as earlier releases like Chaos A.D. or Roots, it solidified the band\’s continued relevance and willingness to evolve. Over time, the album has gained more appreciation as fans recognize the difficulty of the transition and the strength of Green’s contributions.

Sepultura’s Against (1998) is a bold and defiant statement in the band’s discography, marking the start of a new era with vocalist Derrick Green. The album maintains the band’s core thrash metal and groove metal identity while incorporating nu-metal elements and continuing their exploration of Brazilian rhythms and tribal percussion. With themes of rebellion and personal struggle, Against showcases Sepultura’s resilience and commitment to evolving their sound, proving they could continue to thrive despite major lineup changes.

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Track Listing
Against
The Waste
Tribus (Demo)
Common Bonds (Alternative Mix)

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