1: Hypnotized (8:35) 2: Opiate Of The Masses (7:50) 3: Heathen's Song (9:24) 4: Kill The King (3:35) 5: Fear Of The Unknown (7:07) 6: Prisoners Of Fate (6:20) 7: Morbid Curiosity (6:26) 8: Guitarmony (3:30) 9: Mercy Is No Virtue (6:26) 10: Timeless Cell Of Prophecy (5:20) 11: Hellbound ()
Number of discs:
1
Description:
Packaged in a jewel case with 12-page booklet and Obi-strip.
Track 11 is listed as Bonus Track.
"Victims Of Deception" is the acclaimed second studio album by the American thrash metal band Heathen, released in 1991. This CD edition captures the band's technical prowess and complex songwriting, featuring aggressive riffs, intricate solos, and thought-provoking lyrics that have made it a cult classic among metal enthusiasts. The album stands out for its progressive approach to thrash metal, blending speed with melody and sophisticated arrangements. Notable tracks like "Hypnotized," "Opiate of the Masses," and "Heathen's Song" showcase Heathen's ability to push genre boundaries while maintaining raw energy.
Heathen was formed in San Francisco in 1984 and quickly became an influential force within the Bay Area thrash scene alongside bands like Exodus and Testament. Known for their melodic sensibility combined with technical musicianship, Heathen has earned critical acclaim throughout their career. Their debut album "Breaking the Silence" established them as rising stars, but it was "Victims Of Deception" that solidified their reputation as innovators of progressive thrash.
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