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Obituary - World Demise

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World Demise is the fourth studio album by Obituary, a death metal band from Florida, released in 1994. The recording retains the band's heavy death-metal foundation while using more groove-oriented rhythmic writing and incorporating influences associated with hardcore and crust punk. It is relevant to listeners studying the development of Obituary's sound and the movement of early-1990s extreme metal toward broader rhythmic textures.

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When was Obituary's World Demise released?

World Demise is Obituary's fourth studio album and was released in 1994. The band came from Florida and was already established as a major name in American death metal.

How does World Demise sound compared with early Obituary?

The album keeps Obituary's heavy death-metal foundation but uses more groove-oriented rhythmic writing. It also brings in influences associated with hardcore and crust punk, giving the record a broader attack than a purely traditional death-metal release.

Which band recorded World Demise?

World Demise was recorded by Obituary, the Florida death-metal band known for its heavy guitar sound and harsh vocals. It followed the band's earlier studio albums and is their fourth full-length studio record.

Is World Demise a concept album about environmental destruction?

The title and lyrics address themes connected with destruction and social collapse, but the record is not presented simply as a plot-driven narrative. Musically, its defining feature is the mix of death-metal weight with groove, hardcore, and crust influences.

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