HYPOCRISY · Abducted | TRANSPARENT RED LP

Transparent red vinyl in gatefold cover.

Background information about 'Abducted'

Hypocrisy's third studio masterpiece stands as one of death metal's most compelling explorations of extraterrestrial terror and cosmic horror. Released in 1996, "Abducted" showcases Peter Tägtgren's visionary songwriting at its absolute peak, weaving together brutal death metal with atmospheric elements that create an otherworldly sonic landscape. The album's conceptual framework revolving around alien abduction and UFO phenomena gives each track a haunting narrative depth that goes far beyond typical metal brutality.

From the opening atmospheric build of "The Gathering" to the crushing finale of "Drained", this record demonstrates why Hypocrisy became synonymous with intelligent extreme metal. Tracks like "Roswell 47" and the title track "Abducted" have become absolute classics, featuring Tägtgren's signature growls paired with melodic guitar work that's both technically impressive and emotionally resonant. The production quality remains timeless, capturing every nuance of the band's dynamic range while maintaining the raw power that makes death metal so compelling.

For fans of:
Dimmu Borgir, Amon Amarth, Dark Tranquillity, In Flames, Children of Bodom

Track listing

A1. The Gathering
A2. Roswell 47
A3. Killing Art
A4. The Arrival Of The Demons (Part 2)
A5. Buried
A6. Abducted
A7. Paradox
B1. Point Of No Return
B2. When The Candle Fades
B3. Carved Up
B4. Reflections
B5. Slippin' Away
B6. Drained

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