Carcass

Carcass: Torn Arteries (2021) album cover

Carcass’s “Torn Arteries” (2021) showcases the band’s technical mastery. Bill Steer’s intricate riffs and solos dominate, while Jeff Walker’s snarling vocals and morbid lyrics remain signature. Daniel Wilding’s relentless drumming underpins the sonic onslaught.

Carcass: Surgical Steel (2013) album cover

Carcass’s 2013 comeback album,
Surgical Steel, garnered critical acclaim for its blend of technicality, melodic death metal, and dark humor.

Carcass: Swansong (1996) album cover

Carcass’s 1996 album “Swansong” marked a shift from their goregrind roots and technical death metal sound. This album embraced a groove-oriented approach, blending heavy rock with melodic hooks while maintaining their signature intensity.

Carcass: Heartwork (1993) album cover

Carcass’s “Heartwork” (1993) marked a pivotal moment in their evolution. The album retained the band’s signature intensity while incorporating melodic elements, technical riffs, and guitar harmonies.

Carcass: Necroticism – Descanting the Insalubrious (1991) album cover

Carcass’s “Necroticism – Descanting the Insalubrious” (1991) solidified their shift from grindcore to technical death metal. The album’s intricate instrumentation and graphic medical lyrics, though initially controversial, have earned it a revered status as a classic.

Carcass: Symphonies of Sickness (1989) album cover

Carcass’s 1989 sophomore album “Symphonies of Sickness” further refined their signature goregrind sound with heavier production and more intricate songwriting. The album’s controversial lyrics and artwork solidified their status as grindcore pioneers.

Carcass: Reek of Putrefaction (1988) album cover

Carcass’s 1988 debut album, “Reek of Putrefaction,” is a raw and unpolished introduction to the band’s signature goregrind sound. The album’s lo-fi production, fast tempos, and graphic medical-themed lyrics established the band’s aesthetic.

The Brief Beat of Grindcore Songs

From the record-breaking brevity of Napalm Death to the unrelenting force of Insect Warfare, grindcore artists redefine musical limits through microsongs—embodying a matter-of-fact, yet deeply expressive, approach to sound.

Goregrind: The Gruesome Symphony

Goregrind, with its raw fusion of grindcore intensity and death metal’s dark themes, pushes the limits of metal music. This extreme genre, pioneered by Carcass, captivates a niche global audience with its unique blend of brutal vocals and visceral themes.

Ever wondered what would happen if you mix an anatomy textbook with ear-splitting riffs? Meet Carcass, the audacious metalheads who made a career out of doing just that.