Blood-Rooted
Sepultura · 1997
64 min · 18 tracks · death metal · thrash metal · alternative metal
A visceral blend of aggressive metal riffs and haunting Brazilian rhythms that confronts both personal and political themes.
Blood-Rooted is an album by Sepultura, released in 1997. A visceral blend of aggressive metal riffs and haunting Brazilian rhythms that confronts both personal and political themes. 'Blood-Rooted' is notable for its raw energy and live recordings, capturing the band's powerful connection with their audience. The album further solidified Sepultura's place in the metal scene, particularly with tracks like 'Roots Bloody Roots', which became an anthem within the nu-metal movement. Its critical reception included praise from outlets like Metal Hammer, recognizing its influence on both fans and emerging bands. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Blood-Rooted sound like?
A visceral blend of aggressive metal riffs and haunting Brazilian rhythms that confronts both personal and political themes. Rooted in death metal and thrash metal.
What makes Blood-Rooted by Sepultura notable?
'Blood-Rooted' is notable for its raw energy and live recordings, capturing the band's powerful connection with their audience. The album further solidified Sepultura's place in the metal scene, particularly with tracks like 'Roots Bloody Roots', which became an anthem within the nu-metal movement. Its critical reception included praise from outlets like Metal Hammer, recognizing its influence on both fans and emerging bands. By the time 'Blood-Rooted' was released in 1997, Sepultura had already established themselves as a force in heavy music with their previous album 'Roots'. This release marked a transitional phase for the band, exploring deeper cultural influences while also including live tracks that showcased their dynamic performances. It followed a period of significant change, as they adapted to the evolving metal landscape of the late '90s.
How many songs are on Blood-Rooted?
Blood-Rooted has 18 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Procreation (Of the Wicked) 3:39
- 2 Inhuman Nature Standout 3:11
- 3 Policia 1:47
- 4 War 6:39
- 5 Crucificados Pelo Sistema 1:04
- 6 Symptom of the Universe 4:15
- 7 Mine 6:25
- 8 Lookaway (Master Vibe mix) Standout 5:35
- 9 Dusted (demo version) 4:27
- 10 Roots Bloody Roots (demo version) 3:32
- 11 Drug Me 1:54
- 12 Refuse/Resist (live) 3:50
- 13 Slave New World (live) 3:06
- 14 Propaganda (live) 3:25
- 15 Beneath the Remains / Escape to the Void (live) 3:48
- 16 Kaiowas (live) 2:18
- 17 Clenched Fist (live) 3:38
- 18 Biotech Is Godzilla (live) 2:09
Release Date
June 3, 1997
Artist Origin
Brazil
Runtime
64 min 50 sec
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