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Deathcrush is the debut EP by the Norwegian band Mayhem, originally released in 1987 through the band's Deathlike Silence Productions label. The recording features Maniac and Messiah on vocals, Euronymous on guitar, Necrobutcher on bass, and Manheim on drums. Its abrasive production, extreme vocals, and mixture of black metal, death metal, and thrash elements made it an influential document of Norway's early extreme-metal scene.
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Mayhem - Deathcrush ranks #79 of 230 in the Black Metal Album ranking, behind Satyricon - Dark Medieval Times, ahead of Venom - Welcome to Hell.
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How good is Mayhem - Deathcrush?
Mayhem - Deathcrush scores 8.22/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Black Metal Album category. Historically crucial EP with cult status; primitive sound limits broader consensus versus later genre classics.
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Is Mayhem - Deathcrush worth it in 2026?
With a score of 8.22/10, Mayhem - Deathcrush is highly rated in Black Metal Album. See all Black Metal Album ranked.
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