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Archangel

Soulfly · 2015

45 min · 23 tracks · thrash metal ยท groove metal

A fierce fusion of groove and thrash metal, laced with dark themes and relentless energy.

Archangel is an album by Soulfly, released in 2015. A fierce fusion of groove and thrash metal, laced with dark themes and relentless energy. Upon its release, 'Archangel' received positive reviews, with critics praising its intensity and musicianship. It debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, reinforcing Soulfly's status within the metal community and influencing a new generation of groove metal bands seeking to blend aggression with melodic elements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Archangel sound like?

A fierce fusion of groove and thrash metal, laced with dark themes and relentless energy. Rooted in thrash metal and groove metal.

What makes Archangel by Soulfly notable?

Upon its release, 'Archangel' received positive reviews, with critics praising its intensity and musicianship. It debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, reinforcing Soulfly's status within the metal community and influencing a new generation of groove metal bands seeking to blend aggression with melodic elements. By the time 'Archangel' was released in 2015, Soulfly had established themselves as a prominent force in metal, following their 2013 album 'Savages'. This release marked their ninth studio album and continued their exploration of heavy riffs combined with world music influences, showcasing Max Cavalera's enduring creativity after decades in the industry.

How many songs are on Archangel?

Archangel has 23 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Tracklist

23 tracks·45:22

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 We Sold Our Souls to Metal Standout 3:00
  • 2 Archangel Standout 4:47
  • 3 Sodomites 3:55
  • 4 Ishtar Rising 2:45
  • 5 Live Life Hard! Standout 3:56
  • 6 Shamash 3:48
  • 7 Bethlehem's Blood 4:18
  • 8 Titans 4:44
  • 9 Deceiver 2:44
  • 10 Mother of Dragons 2:41
  • 11 You Suffer 0:10
  • 12 Acosador nocturno 2:45
  • 13 Soulfly X 5:42

Disc 2

  • 1 Cannibal Holocaust
  • 2 Refuse/Resist (Sepultura Cover)
  • 3 Bloodshed
  • 4 Back to the Primitive
  • 5 Seek 'n' Strike
  • 6 Tribe
  • 7 Rise of the Fallen
  • 8 Revengeance
  • 9 Roots Bloody Roots (Sepultura Cover)
  • 10 Jumpdafuckup/Eye for an Eye

Release Date

August 14, 2015

Genre

groove metal, thrash metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

45 min 22 sec