About this album
Where they were
Released on September 12, 1995, 'Shitfun' marked Autopsy's third studio album, following their influential release 'Mental Funeral' in 1991. At this point in their career, they had already established themselves as pioneers of the death metal genre, pushing boundaries with their graphic lyrical content and raw sound.
Why it matters
'Shitfun' is notable for its extreme approach to death metal, characterized by shocking track titles and themes that sparked discussions around censorship within the genre. The album's graphic content led to some controversy but also solidified Autopsy's place in underground metal, influencing future bands exploring similar explicit themes.
Essential tracks
- "Humiliate Your Corpse" — This track exemplifies the band's signature blend of speed and brutality while showcasing their penchant for provocative lyrics.
- "I Sodomize Your Corpse" — A standout example of the band’s controversial lyrical content paired with relentless riffs, it encapsulates the shock value that defines the album.
- "Blood Orgy" — With its intense pacing and gruesome imagery, 'Blood Orgy' captures the essence of Autopsy’s raw energy and thematic focus on death.
Release Date
September 12, 1995
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Deathmask 2:49
- 2 Humiliate Your Corpse 3:28
- 3 Fuckdog 0:42
- 4 Praise the Children 3:41
- 5 The Birthing 2:12
- 6 Shiteater 2:33
- 7 Formaldehigh 0:52
- 8 I Sodomize Your Corpse 3:40
- 9 Geek 4:07
- 10 Brain Damage 1:17
- 11 Blood Orgy 3:24
- 12 No More Hate 2:02
- 13 Grave Violators 4:47
- 14 Maim Rape Kill Rape 5:04
- 15 I Shit on Your Grave 0:42
- 16 An End to the Misery 1:13
- 17 The 24 Public Mutilations 3:10
- 18 Bathe in Fire 1:42
- 19 Bowel Ripper 1:11
- 20 Burnt to a Fuck 3:46
- 21 Excremental Ecstasy 3:16