"Heartwork" is the iconic fourth studio album by British extreme metal pioneers Carcass, released in 1993 on LP format by Earache Records. This groundbreaking record marks a pivotal moment in melodic death metal, blending ferocious riffs with intricate melodies and technical precision. "Heartwork" features standout tracks like "Buried Dreams," "No Love Lost," and the title track, all of which showcase Carcass's evolution from their grindcore roots to a more refined yet still aggressive sound. The album?s influence can be heard across generations of metal bands worldwide.
Carcass, formed in Liverpool in 1985, are widely regarded as innovators within both grindcore and melodic death metal genres. Their earlier works set new standards for brutality and complexity, while albums like "Necroticism ? Descanting the Insalubrious" paved the way for their genre-defining masterpiece "Heartwork." Over decades, Carcass has earned critical acclaim and a loyal global fanbase through relentless touring and consistently powerful releases.
Earache Records is one of the most influential independent labels specializing in extreme music since its founding in 1986. Renowned for discovering legendary acts such as Napalm Death, Morbid Angel, Entombed, and Bolt Thrower alongside Carcass themselves, Earache has played an essential role in shaping modern heavy music culture.