Anthology
Obituary · 2001
77 min · 20 tracks · death metal
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and guttural growls that epitomizes classic death metal intensity.
Anthology is an album by Obituary, released in 2001. A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and guttural growls that epitomizes classic death metal intensity. 'Anthology' is notable for featuring key tracks from Obituary's catalog, solidifying their status as pioneers of death metal. The album reached #12 on the US Top Independent Albums chart and was well-received by fans and critics alike, helping to introduce their sound to a new generation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Anthology sound like?
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and guttural growls that epitomizes classic death metal intensity. Rooted in death metal.
What makes Anthology by Obituary notable?
'Anthology' is notable for featuring key tracks from Obituary's catalog, solidifying their status as pioneers of death metal. The album reached #12 on the US Top Independent Albums chart and was well-received by fans and critics alike, helping to introduce their sound to a new generation. Released in 2001, 'Anthology' serves as a comprehensive retrospective for Obituary, capturing their evolution from their debut album 'Slowly We Rot' (1989) through their significant works in the 90s. This compilation arrived after a period of relative quiet following their 1997 album 'Back from the Dead', showcasing their enduring influence in the death metal genre.
How many songs are on Anthology?
Anthology has 20 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Find the Arise (demo) 2:39
- 2 'Til Death Standout 3:56
- 3 Internal Bleeding 3:02
- 4 Intoxicated 4:40
- 5 Slowly We Rot Standout 3:38
- 6 Cause of Death Standout 6:31
- 7 Dying 4:31
- 8 Chopped in Half 3:44
- 9 Turned Inside Out 5:10
- 10 Back to One 3:42
- 11 The End Complete 4:04
- 12 I'm in Pain 4:04
- 13 Kill for Me 2:56
- 14 Final Thoughts 4:10
- 15 Don't Care 3:12
- 16 Threatening Skies 2:19
- 17 By the Light 2:56
- 18 Back From the Dead 4:58
- 19 Buried Alive 3:33
- 20 Boiling Point (212° Sporadic mix) 3:42
Release Date
January 1, 2001
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
77 min 37 sec
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