Necrophagist - Onset Of Putrefaction CD (2004) (CD)

In 1999, Necrophagist recorded their self-released, full-length debut Onset of Putrefaction. Despite the limited number of copies that were made, Onset of Putrefactiononly solidified the growing reputation that Necrophagist had started with their self-titled demo. Soon, Necrophagist became the standard for progressive death metal. Uniting influences from different styles, including classical music, Onset of Putrefactionshowcased Necrophagist's demanding dexterity, inhuman brutality and fury. With Onset of PutrefactionNecrophagist reanimated the brutal death metal genre that many had left for dead. Onset of Putrefactionactually became an influence for hordes of young musicians and fledgling European death metal bands. The overwhelming response to Onset of Putrefactionhelped Necrophagist secure highly sought after support slots with such extreme music luminaries as Cannibal Corpse, Napalm Death and Sinister. This attention further blossomed into Necrophagist's appearance at numerous festivals, including the F!@k The Commerce in Germany, the legendary Brutal Assault in the Czech Republic and the Maryland Deathfest in the United States.