description Bolt Thrower - ...For Victory Overview
Bolt Thrower’s *…For Victory* (1994) is a seminal death metal album recognized for its bleak atmosphere and relentlessly slow, crushing rhythms. Produced by Colin Richardson, it represents the band's final studio work with drummer Andrew Whale. The album’s stark war-themed lyrics and dense instrumentation appeal to fans of traditional death metal and those interested in extreme music’s early development.
help Bolt Thrower - ...For Victory FAQ
Why is the title track called "...For Victory"?
The title track uses lines from Laurence Binyon's First World War poem "For the Fallen," including part of the Ode of Remembrance. That quotation reinforces the album's focus on warfare, sacrifice, and the human cost of victory.
Was ...For Victory Andrew Whale's final Bolt Thrower album?
Yes. The 1994 album was Bolt Thrower's final studio release with drummer Andrew Whale, who had played with the band since its formative years.
Who produced ...For Victory, and where was it recorded?
Bolt Thrower produced the album with Colin Richardson, whose credits also include Carcass and Napalm Death. It was recorded at Parr Street Studios and Sawmills Studios in England during 1994.
What was included on the limited Live War edition?
The limited edition added a live disc commonly called Live War, recorded in Manchester. Its nine-song set includes "The IVth Crusade," "Spearhead," "War Master," and "Cenotaph."
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