NAPALM DEATH · Fear, Emptiness, Despair | DIGIPAK CD

CD in Digipak.

Background information about 'Fear, Emptiness, Despair'

Napalm Death returned with vengeance in 1994, delivering one of their most crushing statements with "Fear, Emptiness, Despair". This album marked a significant evolution in the band's sound, showcasing their ability to blend their trademark grindcore brutality with more experimental elements and atmospheric textures. The production, handled by Colin Richardson after the band's dissatisfaction with the original mix, gave the album a devastating clarity that allowed every crushing riff and blast beat to hit with maximum impact. Songs like "Twist The Knife (Slowly)" and "Plague Rages" demonstrate the band's mastery of controlled chaos, while tracks such as "Armageddon X 7" showcase their ability to create memorable hooks within their extreme framework.

The album's thematic content explores societal decay and personal anguish with Barney Greenway's powerful vocals serving as the perfect vehicle for Shane Embury's thought-provoking lyrics. The interplay between Mitch Harris and Jesse Pintado's guitar work creates a wall of sound that's both punishing and surprisingly melodic. Danny Herrera's drumming provides the relentless backbone that drives these compositions forward with mechanical precision. This limited Digipak edition includes two essential bonus tracks, "Truth Drug" and "Living In Denial", making it a must-have for any serious grindcore collector.

For fans of:
Carcass, Terrorizer, Brutal Truth, Pig Destroyer and Misery Index

Track listing

1. Twist The Knife (Slowly)
2. Hung
3. Remain Nameless
4. Plague Rages
5. More Than Meets The Eye
6. Primed Time
7. State Of Mind
8. Armageddon X 7
9. Retching On The Dirt
10. Fasting On Deception
11. Throwaway

Manufacturer: Edel Music & Entertainment GmbH, Neumühlen 17, 22763 Hamburg, Germany, Contact: www.edel.com