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Suffocation is the self-titled fourth studio album by the American death metal band Suffocation, released in 2006 via Relapse Records. The album features the band's signature blend of brutal death metal and highly technical musicianship, anchored by complex, fast-paced guitar riffs and extreme drumming. It is noted for the deep, guttural vocals of Frank Mullen and the intricate fretboard work of guitarists Terrance Hobbs and Guy Marchais. The record caters to dedicated fans of extreme metal, reinforcing the band's foundational influence on the New York death metal scene.
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Suffocation - Suffocation ranks #219 of 497 in the Death Metal Album ranking, behind Death - Scream Bloody Gore, ahead of Carnage - Dark Recollections.
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When was the self-titled album by Suffocation released?
The self-titled fourth studio album by American death metal band Suffocation was released in 2006. It marked a significant point in their discography following their early 2000s reunion.
What genre of metal is the band Suffocation known for pioneering?
Suffocation is heavily credited as one of the pioneering bands of the brutal and technical death metal subgenres. Their self-titled album is specifically noted for its precise musicianship and complex song structures.
Who was the vocalist on Suffocation's 2006 self-titled album?
The 2006 self-titled album features Frank Mullen on vocals, utilizing his signature deep, guttural death metal growl. The instrumental work was driven by founding guitarist Terrance Hobbs and drummer Mike Smith.
What record label released the self-titled Suffocation album?
The album was released through Relapse Records, a well-known independent label famous for extreme metal bands. This partnership helped distribute the highly anticipated record to a global death metal audience.
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