Death – Symbolic

Album Info

Artist: Death

Title: Symbolic

Year: 1995

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Tracklist

  • 1. Symbolic (6:32)
  • 2. Zero Tolerance (4:48)
  • 3. Empty Words (6:22)
  • 4. Sacred Serenity (4:27)
  • 5. 1,000 Eyes (4:28)
  • 6. Without Judgement (5:28)
  • 7. Crystal Mountain (5:07)
  • 8. Misanthrope (5:03)
  • 9. Perennial Quest (8:21)

Review

Death's sixth studio assault, "Symbolic," unleashed in 1995, rips through expectations with a seismic shift in the band's sound. Chuck Schuldiner and his crew carve out a space where death metal’s savagery meets progressive and melodic technicality. This album brims with complex, razor-sharp guitar licks and thunderous drumming, blending brutality with finesse.

With themes of innocence, nostalgia, and the raw struggle of personal growth, Schuldiner's lyrics cut deep. The title track alone, "Symbolic," dives into the loss of innocence with aggressive riffs intertwined with soaring solos, capturing Schuldiner's unparalleled musicianship. Celebrated for its technical depth and melodic ferocity, "Symbolic" isn’t just a pinnacle for Death; it's a monumental landmark in the evolution of death metal itself. - Kaelin