Schizophrenia
Sepultura · 1987
56 min · 13 tracks · death metal · thrash metal · alternative metal
A relentless exploration of chaos where thrash metal meets haunting melodies and intricate rhythms.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released on October 30, 1987, 'Schizophrenia' marked Sepultura's third studio album and solidified their position in the Brazilian metal scene. Following the critical acclaim of 'Beneath the Remains,' this album showcased their evolving sound, blending thrash with more complex arrangements and deeper lyrical themes. The record came during a period of significant growth for the band, as they began to gain international recognition.
- If you like
- death metal, thrash metal, alternative metal
Schizophrenia is an album by Sepultura, released in 1987. A relentless exploration of chaos where thrash metal meets haunting melodies and intricate rhythms. 'Schizophrenia' is notable for its innovative fusion of styles that helped define the groove metal genre, influencing countless bands that followed. The album received positive reviews from critics, who praised its technical proficiency and emotional depth, establishing Sepultura as a key player in the global metal landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Schizophrenia sound like?
A relentless exploration of chaos where thrash metal meets haunting melodies and intricate rhythms. Rooted in death metal and thrash metal.
What makes Schizophrenia by Sepultura notable?
'Schizophrenia' is notable for its innovative fusion of styles that helped define the groove metal genre, influencing countless bands that followed. The album received positive reviews from critics, who praised its technical proficiency and emotional depth, establishing Sepultura as a key player in the global metal landscape. Released on October 30, 1987, 'Schizophrenia' marked Sepultura's third studio album and solidified their position in the Brazilian metal scene. Following the critical acclaim of 'Beneath the Remains,' this album showcased their evolving sound, blending thrash with more complex arrangements and deeper lyrical themes. The record came during a period of significant growth for the band, as they began to gain international recognition.
Who is Schizophrenia for?
Schizophrenia works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia has 13 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:32
- 2 From the Past Comes the Storms Standout 4:56
- 3 To the Wall 5:38
- 4 Escape to the Void 4:41
- 5 Inquisition Symphony Standout 7:15
- 6 Screams Behind the Shadows 4:50
- 7 Septic Schizo 4:33
- 8 The Abyss 1:02
- 9 R.I.P. (Rest in Pain) Standout 4:38
- 10 Troops of Doom 3:18
- 11 The Past Reborns the Storms (demo version) 5:08
- 12 Septic Schizo (rough mix) 4:34
- 13 To the Wall (rough mix) 5:31
Release Date
October 30, 1987
Artist Origin
Brazil
Runtime
56 min 43 sec
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