1: Shadow Work (2:57) 2: Over My Dead Body (3:27) 3: Death Of An Artist (3:41) 4: Corpse Pose (3:23) 5: The Apparition (4:10) 6: Reaper (3:24) 7: In Memoriam (3:19) 8: Omen Of Misfortune (3:02) 9: Obsessive Compulsive Disaster (3:29) 10: Contrecoeur (1:32) 11: Fallen Ones (3:57)
Description:
"Shadow Work" is a powerful CD release by the Canadian deathcore band Despised Icon, issued under the renowned metal label Nuclear Blast. The album delivers a relentless blend of brutal death metal and hardcore, marked by razor-sharp riffs, blast beats and the band's signature dual-vocal attack. Across the tracks, Despised Icon balance technical precision with crushing breakdowns, creating an intense listening experience that will appeal to fans of modern extreme metal. Atmospheric interludes and dynamic tempo changes add depth and contrast, making "Shadow Work" not just heavy, but also structured and engaging from start to finish. Lyrically, the record touches on inner conflict, personal struggle and social tension, giving the aggression a thoughtful and reflective dimension.
As one of the key names in deathcore, Despised Icon have helped shape the genre with their tight musicianship and high-energy performances. Known for their complex song structures, rapid-fire drum work and the interplay between guttural growls and piercing screams, the band have built a loyal international fanbase. Their previous releases and extensive touring have secured them a solid reputation in the global metal community, establishing Despised Icon as a benchmark for intensity and technicality in extreme music.
Nuclear Blast, the label behind "Shadow Work", is one of the world's leading independent metal labels. Since its founding, it has supported and developed a wide range of influential metal acts across subgenres, from underground newcomers to globally established bands. The label is known for high production standards, carefully curated rosters and dedicated promotion, ensuring that releases like this CD are presented with excellent sound quality, strong artwork and professional packaging. With "Shadow Work", Nuclear Blast once again underlines its status as a trusted home for heavy music and its commitment to delivering high-quality releases to metal fans worldwide.
Metal
55.957
- Black Metal 3.564- Death Metal/Gothic 2.893- Doom Metal 1.003- Gothic 158- Gothic Metal 290- Grind Core 166- Hard Rock 8.929- Hardcore 2.419- Heavy Metal 31.972- New Metal 253- Power Metal 624- Rock Crossover 107- Thrash Metal 2.332Songwriter 3.446
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