Mindfuck technical slam spearheaded by Phlegeton's extraordinary vocals.Įveryone needs a bit of primitive slam in their life. Love it or hate it, Brodequin have crafted a brutal death style that is all their own, and have somewhat pioneered the ultra-raw style that more and more bands are trying to emulate. They provide nice contrasts though.Pyaemia is humorous in delivery, whereas Disavowed takes the serious approach Pyaemia has a more laid back sound, whereas Disavowed is uncommonly energetic.Īnd Time Begins is a defining brutal album that took the scene by storm in 2003, and set the bar (although, to inject my bias, I don't think DB ever topped Disgorge's 2002 effort) for future bands.before changing their style to a more melodic province. In terms of quality, it is neck-and-neck between the albums, and will come down to a matter of personal preference. Regnant over the genre, their legacy only looks to continue with their upcoming 2010 release 'Chapters of Repugnance.'ĭisavowed and Pyaemia's 2001 releases both represent the height of the Dutch death metal scene. Be forewarned though, there is nothing memorable, in terms of melody, about the album, hence its highly regarded status.ĭefeated Sanity are the most exciting, innovative, and brutal band in the genre today (the already-classic 'Psalms' is arguably the most brutal album out right now). Every fucking thing about the album is widely revered. Diego Sanchez's riffwork is extremely unique and technical and AJ Magana's vocals are widely revered. Most every characteristic of great brutal death was epitomized on this album, and it laid out the blueprint for many bands to follow.Įach of Deeds' five middle albums is a classic in the genre for one reason or another, but Inbreeding stands out because of its insurmountably chaotic song structures, the band's energy, and of course, brutality/technicality that is characteristic of the genre.Ĭonsume the Forsaken is the very definition of 'brutality,' and it is still one of the most brutal albums in 2010. Pierced From Within is widely considered Suffocation's magnum opus and it isn't all that hard to see why. While the band doesn't hold up so well these days (in both quality and brutality), albums like None So Vile and Blasphemy Made Flesh were milestones of sorts in brutality.
Not necessarily the first band to slam, but definitely the first to do it incredibly well, and easily the most influential band in the sub-genre. Also the founders of Unique Leader Records.
Deeds of Flesh currently have the most voluminous discography of any brutal band sans Cannibal Corpse with 7 full length albums, an EP, and a DVD. Also one of a relative few bands in the genre who not only utilize solos, but utilize them effectively.Įarly Deeds material drew a lot of inspiration from Suffocation and other death metal bands, but they quickly found a sound that was completely their own and influenced a great many bands (none of which have been able to accurately reproduce the style).
Hell, their style of breakdowns influenced an entire sub-genre on their own. The band name itself is synonymous with 'brutal death metal.' Far and beyond the most influential band in the genre. THE CORPSE are also the only brutal band thus far to break the 100 song mark. The first band to really make the extreme gore image work, and they financed the genre's propensities in subject matter and lyrical content. The list is divided into three parts: The pioneers of the genre, some of the more essential albums in the genre, and bands within (or maybe not exactly within) the genre that are more accessible than the others. This list is tailored for both those who are familiar with death metal in general, and those who are not exposed at all, as long as one is looking to break themselves in to brutal death metal specifically.