"ManiaCult" continues Aborted's signature blend of technical brutality and deathcore's modern sensibilities, featuring guest spots from members of Fit For An Autopsy and Shadow of Intent. The album was recorded and mixed by Kristian Kohlmann-Rasmussen at Berserk Studios in Rome, with mastering by Jacob Hansen. The release reached #11 on Germany's Official Album Charts and #28 on the US Top Album Sales chart.
- "ManiaCult" was the band's eighth studio album released via Century Media.
- The album's lyrical themes explore the dark side of human nature and cult mentality.
- Guest vocals on "ManiaCult" appear courtesy of Will Putney (Ex-Fit For An Autopsy) and Peter Kowal (Shadow of Intent).
Aborted is a Belgian death metal band formed in 1995, currently fronted by vocalist Sven de Caluwé. They are known for their consistent output of technical, brutal death metal with a characteristic groove and squeal. "ManiaCult" arrived during a period of prolificacy for the band, following 2018's "TerrorVision" and preceding 2024's "Vault of Scars," solidifying their place as elder statesmen in the deathcore-adjacent brutal death metal scene.
