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Soilwork’s “A Predator’s Portrait” is a 2001 death-metal album from Sweden. The record showcases the band's evolving sound, incorporating prominent melodic elements alongside their signature aggressive riffs and powerful drumming. Notable for its blend of technical musicianship and emotive vocals, it appeals to fans of melodic death metal and those interested in classic Swedish metal bands like Soilwork.
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Soilwork - A Predator's Portrait ranks #107 of 471 in the Death Metal Album ranking, behind Bolt Thrower - Mercenary, ahead of Sentenced - North from Here.
Often cited as a Soilwork high point, balancing aggression, melody, and emerging clean vocal hooks.
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When was Soilwork's album 'A Predator's Portrait' released?
The album was released on February 19, 2001, through Nuclear Blast Records. It marks the band's third full-length studio album and a major turning point in their musical evolution.
How does 'A Predator's Portrait' differ from Soilwork's earlier albums?
This album is widely credited with pioneering the melodic death metal genre's evolution by incorporating prominent clean vocals. Vocalist Björn 'Speed' Strid began alternating between his signature aggressive growls and soaring melodic singing, a style that heavily influenced the Swedish metal scene.
Who played the guitar solos on 'A Predator's Portrait'?
The album features the impressive dual-guitar work of Peter Wichers and Ola Frenning. Their technical riffing and melodic solos are a defining characteristic of the album, pushing the boundaries of traditional death metal.
Where was 'A Predator's Portrait' recorded?
Soilwork recorded the album at Studio Fredman in Gothenburg, Sweden. This legendary studio was famously used by many foundational melodic death metal bands, including In Flames and At the Gates.
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