Bolt Thrower – ‘Mercenary’ CD

Bolt Thrower’s 1998 album ‘Mercenary’ is a quintessential example of death metal that captures the band’s signature sound and style. The album consists of ten tracks that are thematically centered around war, conflict, and the brutality of human nature.

The opening track, ‘Zeroed,’ sets the tone with its intense drumming, heavy guitar riffs, and guttural vocals that are characteristic of Bolt Thrower’s sound. The album continues with tracks such as ‘Mercenary,’ ‘Laid to Waste,’ and ‘Powder Burns,’ each of which features intricate guitar work, thunderous drumming, and lyrics that explore the dark side of human existence.

One of the standout features of ‘Mercenary’ is the band’s ability to seamlessly blend melody and aggression. Songs like ‘Behind Enemy Lines’ and ‘No Guts, No Glory’ showcase Bolt Thrower’s proficiency in crafting memorable hooks and choruses, while maintaining the ferocity that is expected of the genre.