The Great Southern Trendkill
Pantera · 1996
53 min · 11 tracks · groove metal
A visceral onslaught of groove metal, drenched in dark themes and aggressive riffs that challenge the listener.
The Great Southern Trendkill is an album by Pantera, released in 1996. A visceral onslaught of groove metal, drenched in dark themes and aggressive riffs that challenge the listener. This album debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing its commercial success amidst a wave of heavy metal resurgence. It received critical praise for its raw energy and thematic depth, marking it as an influential record in the groove metal genre and inspiring numerous bands throughout the late '90s and beyond. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does The Great Southern Trendkill sound like?
A visceral onslaught of groove metal, drenched in dark themes and aggressive riffs that challenge the listener. Rooted in groove metal.
What makes The Great Southern Trendkill by Pantera notable?
This album debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing its commercial success amidst a wave of heavy metal resurgence. It received critical praise for its raw energy and thematic depth, marking it as an influential record in the groove metal genre and inspiring numerous bands throughout the late '90s and beyond. Released on May 7, 1996, 'The Great Southern Trendkill' was Pantera's sixth studio album and followed their critically acclaimed 'Far Beyond Driven.' At this point, the band had solidified its status as a leading force in the groove metal scene, pushing boundaries with heavier sounds and more introspective lyrics. This album marked a darker turn in their musical direction, coinciding with internal tensions within the band.
How many songs are on The Great Southern Trendkill?
The Great Southern Trendkill has 11 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 The Great Southern Trendkill Standout 3:46
- 2 War Nerve 4:53
- 3 Drag the Waters 4:55
- 4 10's 4:49
- 5 13 Steps to Nowhere 3:37
- 6 Suicide Note, Part I Standout 4:44
- 7 Suicide Note, Part II 4:19
- 8 Living Through Me (Hell's Wrath) 4:50
- 9 Floods Standout 6:59
- 10 The Underground in America 4:33
- 11 (Reprise) Sandblasted Skin 5:39
Release Date
May 7, 1996
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
53 min 11 sec
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