The Grand Leveller is a Metal album by Benediction, originally released in 1991. On Gatefold: 42 pressings tracked.
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Benediction's "The Grand Leveller," released in 1991, remains a seminal work in the death metal genre, a testament to the band's early prowess and influence. From the ominous opening of "Visions in the Shroud" to the relentless onslaught of the title track, the album encapsulates the raw energy and unbridled aggression characteristic of death metal's golden era. The guitar work, led by Darren Brookes and Peter Rewinsky, is a standout feature, delivering a barrage of crushing riffs and memorable solo. The relentless drumming of Paul Brookes and the thunderous bass lines from Frank Healy create a formidable rhythmic foundation, enhancing the overall intensity of the album. Dave Ingram's guttural growl, a hallmark of Benediction's sound, add a sinister layer to the lyrical themes that delve into darkne, mortality, and societal decay. The track "Graveworm" exemplifies this combination, with its macabre atmosphere and relentless sonic assault. .
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Tracklist
- 1Vision In the Shroud4:21
- 2Graveworm4:33
- 3Jumping At Shadows6:04
- 4Opulence of the Absolute4:08
- 5Child of Sin4:40
- 6Undirected Aggression4:34
- 7Born In a Fever4:24
- 8The Grand Leveller5:10
- 9Senile Dementia2:45
- 10Return to the Eve3:51
Sound DNA
- Metal
- Death Metal
- heavy
- aggressive
- primal
Credits
The people behind it.
Performers
- Darren BrookesGUITAR
- Dave IngramVOCALS
- Ian TreacyDRUMS
- Paul AdamsBASS
- Peter RewGUITAR
- Donna-Marie CoxVOCALS
- Karl WillettsVOCALS
Rare pressing on Gatefold · 42 pressings tracked on Gatefold
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