The 2013 release "Epitome of Torture" finds the German thrash legends Sodom delivering a blistering and relentless collection of tracks that stays true to their aggressive roots. This album showcases the band's enduring commitment to high-octane thrash metal, characterized by aggressive riffs, pounding rhythms, and Tom Angelripper's distinctive vocal delivery.
- "Epitome of Torture" was released on April 26, 2013, through German label SPV.
- The album was recorded at the renowned Soundlodge Studio in Rhauderfehn, Germany, with producer Cornelius "Corny" Rambadt.
- This album marked the band's fourteenth studio release and saw them continue their prolific output in the thrash metal scene.
Sodom is a German thrash metal band formed in Gelsenkirchen in 1982. They are considered one of the "big three" of German thrash metal, alongside Kreator and Destruction. The band's early sound was heavily influenced by Venom and Motörhead, and they quickly became known for their aggressive and raw style. By 2013, Sodom had been a consistent force in thrash metal for three decades, with a discography that had seen them evolve their sound while maintaining their core aggressive identity. They were preparing to release their fourteenth studio album, "Epitome of Torture," which would continue their legacy of uncompromising thrash metal.
