Whitechapel's ninth studio album, Hymns in Dissonance, released on March 7, 2025, marks a significant evolution in the band's sound. The album intricately weaves themes of inner turmoil and existential dread, delivering a relentless auditory experience that both challenges and satisfies listeners.
The album opens with "Prisoner 666," setting a dark and intense tone that permeates the record. The title track, "Hymns in Dissonance," showcases the band's technical prowess, blending complex rhythms with haunting melodies. Tracks like "A Visceral Retch" and "Hate Cult Ritual" highlight Whitechapel's signature blend of aggression and precision, offering listeners a visceral experience. The instrumental interlude, "Ex Infernis," provides a brief, eerie respite before plunging back into the album's relentless pace. Closing tracks such as "Mammoth God" and "Nothing Is Coming for Any of Us" explore themes of nihilism and despair, encapsulating the album's overarching narrative.
Tracklist
Side A:
Prisoner 666
Hymns in Dissonance
Diabolic Slumber
A Visceral Retch
Ex Infernis
Side B:
Hate Cult Ritual
The Abysmal Gospel
Bedlam
Mammoth God
Nothing Is Coming for Any of Us
Metal Blade Records
2025
Vinyl, LP
Bone White Splatter
3984-16125-6
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