Symphonies of Sickness

Carcass

Symphonies of Sickness

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Reek of Putrefaction Meaning 4:11 2. Exhume to Consume Meaning 3:52 3. Excoriating Abdominal Emanation 4:33 4. Ruptured in Purulence Meaning 4:13 5. Empathological Necroticism Meaning 5:47 6. Embryonic Necropsy and Devourment Meaning 5:15 7. Swarming Vulgar Mass of Infected Virulency Meaning 3:12 8. Cadaveric Incubator of Endoparasites Meaning 3:25 9. Slash Dementia 3:24 10. Crepitating Bowel Erosion Meaning 5:28
Symphonies of Sickness is the second studio album by British death metal band Carcass, released in 1989. It showcases a blend of grindcore and death metal, characterized by its complex song structures, aggressive riffs, and gruesome lyrical themes. The album is widely regarded as a landmark in the extreme metal genre and has influenced countless bands. Its chaotic yet melodic sound and the use of intricate guitar work set it apart from its contemporaries, cementing Carcass's reputation as pioneers of the grindcore movement.