From Enslavement to Obliteration

From Enslavement to Obliteration is the second album by grindcore band Napalm Death, released in 1988. It is the only Napalm Death album to feature Lee Dorrian as the sole vocalist, where he offers the low, grunting vocals and from time to time in songs, he will scream in an odd-pitched tone, not unlike static. He is considered one of the first extreme metal vocalists to alternate between guttural growls and high-pitched screams, a technique that... more

From Enslavement to Obliteration is the second album by grindcore band Napalm Death, released in 1988. It is the only Napalm Death album to feature Lee Dorrian as the sole vocalist, where he offers the low, grunting vocals and from time to time in songs, he will scream in an odd-pitched tone, not unlike static. He is considered one of the first extreme metal vocalists to alternate between guttural growls and high-pitched screams, a technique that would be elaborated on by fellow grind act Carcass (who are often given credit for the invention of this vocal style) and imitated by countless bands in the future (Namely Corpsegrinder of Cannibal Corpse).This album is credited as a huge influence in the second wave of death metal bands that followed this release. This album along with Scum is considered to be one of the most brutal records of all time by fans and critics as well. The lyrical themes ranged from a variety of social and political topics, including: misogyny/sexism ("It's a M.A... less