

1991 release, the second studio album from the American Death Metal outfit. The album was banned in Germany, due to the violent artwork. Butchered at Birth's cover also drew a complaint from the Ontario Provincial Police in Canada, which led to record stores being told not to sell the album to persons under 18.
D**N
Intense grinding !
This album when it doesnβt skip is incredible.
D**Y
Truly a landmark for extreme music
This is my second favorite Corpse album (my favorite being The Wretched Spawn), and overall one of the best offerings to come from Chris Barnes. The album cover has caused a great deal of controversy mainly from the politically correct types and pro life groups, being banned form several stores in North America as well as being banned from Germany completely until 2006 (and yet the original cover for the Scorpion's Virgin Killer was acceptable there, ain't that something?). It was the cover art alone that drew me into buying this cd back in 03 when it was pretty much unheard of. I'll admit I expected something brutal in a more modern vibe and I was kind of lulled with the guitar intro of "Meat Hook Sodomy" on my very first listen as the guitars were really thin for what I was used to, but the moment Chris's growls kicked in I thought "Man this guy literally sounds like a beast", and I was blown away ever since, and I have fallen in love with the buzzsaw guitars and blastbeats. Sure it's all thin compared to what's out there today, but remember this is death metal circa 1991, nothing but chainsaw riffs and lyrics that match up to a B grade horror film. The second track "Gutted" is one of my favorites and is definitely a staple in Cannibal Corpses' history. It starts with a riff that is comparable to the intro of Slayer's "Piece by Piece", and from there it has epic riffs and blastbeats and even one of the most epic breakdowns that give you that chainsaw feel. The album goes on with the insanity that is "Living Dissection" and a beautiful guitar intro of "Under The Rotted Flesh". Another highlight on this album is "Vomit The Soul" with Glen Benton lending some of his vocals, making it sound like a nightmare. The title track is some more good ol insanity with epic breakdowns and this time with dualing guitars. Near the end the album doesn't slow down at all with "Rancid Amputation" and ends with the thrashing to pieces "Innards Decay", by the end it slows into an epic doomy atmosphere with Chris growling like a demon as if he just got his last victim. Overall if you're a fan of Cannibal Corpse or extreme music... well I'm assuming you already own this, but in case you haven't gotten around to picking this up DO IT!!! UP WITH THE HORNS \m/
C**
Totally worth buying
Love the album
G**O
AMAZING CD
It came perfectly no scratches!!! 10/10 would buy again
M**T
Classic of Death Metal
This is a classic of Death metal music. Its the second album from the dark lords of death metal and it is definitely an improvement over their first. It contains many classic tracks from these guys, but it does suffer a bit from many of the songs sounding the same. It does not quite reach the highs found on latter albums (especially when Corpsegrinder took over). If you are interested in some of albums that have built this amazing genre, check this out.
S**R
The Record a Violent Caveman Would Make
This is the most brutal death metal album of the old school. It is my personal favorite Cannibal Corpse record. The entire record is pummeling and primitive. It is pure, primal aggression. I love it. Cannibal Corpse has recorded music with more groove and complexity, but they have yet to beat the brutality that is Butchered at Birth.
R**D
My first Death Metal album from years ago
Cannibal Corpse needs no introduction if you know what Death Metal is. I've noticed a lot of the same criticisms(mostly hidden under anonymous postings or as "kids reviews) What it boils down to is this:I listened to this album last,oh in about 1997, and of course now. It hasn't changed...except for the fact I no longer need the lyrics. Does that make me depraved or deranged? no. I've come to prefer the first three albums and the Bleeding somewhat(sorry but the pig squeals on that album show why Corpsegrinder is in the band now.On to the album itself:This is the bands second release, with Tomb Of The Mutilated to follow, and it shows the band still perfecting their brutal craft.I cannot pick a favorite, as the album is deservedly a milestone. If you ever wondered what the hype was...start here
M**D
Gut Wrenching
Dude, first of all, if you havent heard or have this already, buy this CD. Second, its probably one of the most raw, intense death metal albums known to man. And to know that it came out in 91 is just crazy. The guitar tone in this album sounds like a saw just sawing through people. Chris Barnes vocals are just so gut wrenching. The only disappointment i have for this album just like Tomb Of The Mutilated, is the bass. Its more supporting in this album but Tomb its like bare bones. All the tracks on this album are simply killer. Buy this album to add to your collection. You will not be let down.Keep the metal faith alive.
C**
Parfait
A+
I**N
Brutal
Buena pieza a mi coleccion
M**S
Best album
Un des meilleurs album cannibal corpse ! Je recommande fortement π€π
H**S
Awesome album
Amazing album
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