Description
Morbid Angel – Heretics – Vinyl Record
Heretics is the seventh studio album by American death metal band Morbid Angel, released in 2003. The album showcases the band’s relentless and dark musical style, pushing the boundaries of extreme metal with their trademark intensity and intricate songwriting.
Heretics presents a continuation of Morbid Angel’s exploration of death metal, with a focus on relentless blast beats, crushing riffs, and brutal growls. The album delves into themes of spiritual rebellion, existentialism, and the defiance of societal norms, reflecting the band’s persistent exploration of dark and controversial subject matter.
Musically, “Heretics” features complex and technical guitar work by Trey Azagthoth, complemented by Steve Tucker’s powerful and guttural vocals. The rhythm section, consisting of drummer Pete Sandoval and bassist Jared Anderson, provides a solid foundation of relentless and precise aggression.
The album’s production showcases a raw and aggressive sound, capturing the intensity and raw energy of Morbid Angel’s live performances. The band’s songwriting on “Heretics” is characterized by intricate structures, incorporating elements of thrash metal, black metal, and progressive influences, further diversifying their sound.
Standout tracks on the album include “Cleansed in Pestilence (Blade of Elohim),” “Enshrined by Grace,” and “God of Our Own Divinity.” These songs exemplify Morbid Angel’s ability to balance ferocious brutality with intricate musicianship, creating a compelling and immersive sonic experience for the listener.
Heretics received mixed reviews upon its release, with some praising its uncompromising approach to death metal while others criticized the album for its departure from the band’s earlier sound. Nonetheless, the album remains a notable addition to Morbid Angel’s discography and showcases their continued evolution as a leading force in the death metal genre.
Heretics is a testament to Morbid Angel’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of extreme metal. With its relentless aggression, complex songwriting, and dark lyrical themes, the album solidifies the band’s status as one of the pioneers and innovators of the death metal genre.
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Track Listing
Cleansed In Pestilence (Blade Of Elohim)
Enshrined By Grace
Beneath The Hollow
Curse The Flesh
Praise The Strength
Stricken Arise
Place Of Many Deaths
Abyssous
God Of Our Own Divinity
Within Thy Enemy
Memories Of The Past
Victorious March Of Reign The Conqueror
Drum Check
Born Again
