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Vile is the fifth studio album by American death metal band Cannibal Corpse, released on March 21, 1996. The album showcases the band's signature brutal sound characterized by intricate guitar work, rapid drumming, and guttural vocals. Lyrically, it continues the band's tradition of graphic and controversial themes, exploring topics such as violence and horror. Vile is notable for its production quality, which allows for a clearer mix compared to earlier efforts, contributing to its legacy in the death metal genre. It is often regarded as one of the band's essential works and has influenced countless bands within the extreme metal scene.