NAPALM DEATH · Utilitarian | BLACK LP

Black vinyl with LP booklet

Background information about 'Utilitarian'

"Utilitarian" by Napalm Death is a raw and unyielding embodiment of grindcore mastery. Released in 2012 and reissued in 2021 on 180 gram vinyl, it showcases the band's relentless energy and political ethos. The album is filled with frantic riffs, pummeling drums, and Barney Greenway's unparalleled vocal ferocity. It challenges listeners with themes of societal observation and critique while delivering an unadulterated sonic assault.

Tracks like "The Wolf I Feed" and "Analysis Paralysis" highlight Napalm Death's dexterity in blending speed with groove, producing a soundscape that is both chaotic yet meticulously crafted. With guest appearances such as John Zorn on saxophone for "Everyday Pox," the album adds layers of complexity without losing its aggressive edge. "Utilitarian" stands as a testament to the band's enduring influence in the grindcore scene.

Track listing

A1. Circumspect (02:17)
A2. Errors In The Signals (03:02)
A3. Everyday Pox (02:12)
A4. Protection Racket (04:00)
A5. The Wolf I Feed (02:57)
A6. Quarantined (02:47)
A7. Fall On Their Swords (03:57)
A8. Collision Course (03:14)
B1. Orders of Magnitude (03:21)
B2. Think Tank Trials (02:27)
B3. Blank Look About Face (03:12)
B4. Leper Colony (03:23)
B5. Nom De Guerre (01:07)
B6. Analysis Paralysis (03:23)
B7. Opposites Repellent (01:22)
B8. A Gag Reflex (03:30)

Manufacturer: Century Media Records GmbH, Schäferstr. 33a, 44147 Dortmund, Germany, Contact: www.centurymedia.com