DAVE LOMBARDO · Rites Of Percussion | CD

CD in standard jewelcase.

Background information about 'Rites Of Percussion'

When the legendary Dave Lombardo steps away from the kit to craft a full-length percussion odyssey, you know something extraordinary is brewing. "Rites Of Percussion" isn't just an album – it's a primal journey through rhythmic landscapes that showcase why Lombardo remains one of metal's most revered drummers. From the opening assault of "Initiatory Madness" to the hypnotic tribal pulse of "Animismo", this collection proves that percussion alone can tell stories more compelling than most full bands manage.

The album flows like an ancient ritual, with tracks like "Inner Sanctum" and "Journey of the Host" building atmospheric tension before explosive releases in cuts like "Warpath" and "Blood Let". Lombardo's mastery shines through every polyrhythmic passage, blending world music influences with his signature aggressive style. The Spanish-titled tracks "Despojo", "Guerrero", and "Omiero" add cultural depth that speaks to his heritage while maintaining the visceral power that made him a household name in Slayer.

For fans of:
Godflesh, Neurosis, Mike Patton projects, Battles, Lightning Bolt

Track listing

1. Initiatory Madness
2. Separation from the Sacred
3. Inner Sanctum
4. Journey of the Host
5. Maunder in Liminality
6. Despojo
7. Interfearium
8. Blood Let
9. Warpath
10. Guerrero
11. Vicissitude
12. Omiero
13. Animismo

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