Deicide — Insineratehymn

𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐑𝐘𝐏𝐓𝐒 - 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐋𝐁𝐔𝐌 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐒 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐑𝐎𝐂𝐊 & 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐕𝐘 𝐌𝐄𝐓𝐀𝐋…

23 years ago this week, Deicide released “The Gift that Keeps on Giving”!

On June 27, 2000, Deicide released their fifth full-length studio album “Insineratehymn” via Roadrunner Records.

The band's songwriting on this album exhibits songs with slower and more atmospheric grooves. The track "Bible Basher" is the only song that has become a staple in the band's live set. Rather than being about God, the song "Forever Hate You" is directed at Glen Benton's ex-wife.

The Wells Perspective:

"Insineratehymn”… not only is the title a great play on words, it also serves as a reminder that the traditions of religious dogma are constructed to mold it’s practitioners into feckless and obedient followers of a deceitful ideology. As Deicide have done with their previous releases and every release forthwith, they have deliverered ten tracks of pure blasphemy, as they painstakingly tear apart flawed ideals by bringing to light the contradictions of a dichotomous cult-like practice.

Songs like "Worst Enemy", are a reminder that those who live in glass houses, should not cast stones. Or, as the Bible puts it… “Judge not, that ye be not judged. For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged”! A sturdy reminder for those hypocrites who sit in adjudication of others to take a look in the mirror, face yourself (your true enemy), and exorcise your own demons instead of demonizing others to quell your own guilt.

Musically, "Insineratehymn" has more of a Thrash aspect to it, only with Glen Benton’s gravely growls and high-pitched screeching on top of it. Some critics have accused them of being tired, worn out, or just plain unfocused on this album, due to the change in song-structure. I don’t see it this way at all. What I see is a band trying to expand into new territories or broadening their horizons! Whatever the case, I like the new direction, as you can only make so many albums in the same vein before it actually does begin to get tired and worn out. “Insineratehym” is still very full of energy, plenty of rage, and Glen Bentons controversial anti-religious leanings. And with “Insineratehymn”, Deicide still accomplish what they have been known to do best; raise eyebrows, attract the ire of religious zealots, and in turn, expose them for the fanatical hypocrites that they are!

In conclusion; "Insineratehymn" is not for spine-less, weak minded individuals who are content with being spoon-fed their ideals. It is for the free-thinking, no bullshit, respective listener, who doesn’t want some counterfeit dissident spewing spurious amounts of anti-religious garbage in their faces just for the purpose of shock and awe! — E.N. Wells

Highlights: “Worst Enemy”, "Bible Basher", "The Gift That Keeps on Giving".

Noteworthy:

Deicide's fifth album “Insineratehymn” was where internal problems in the band started to come into focus: in particular, the Hoffman brothers sued frontman Glenn Benton for unpaid royalties, but they didn't depart the band until after the band issued their following album, “Scars on the Crucifix”.

Critical Reception:

In his review for AllMusic, Vincent Jeffries stated; “Not that Deicide care, but “Insineratehymn” is that rarest of Death Metal records that fans of all heavy music have a chance to enjoy. Continuing their late-'90s trend of simplifying their music and focusing on memorable riffs and stripped down arrangements, the songs on this 2000 release each have unique qualities, and even some near-melodicism. That's not to say that bassist/vocalist and bandleader Glen Benton decided to actually sing. His patented growls and groans remain unchanged, but within the slower, more focused riffs and arrangements, his godless messages has the room needed for maximum clarity and impact. Unlike so many of his contemporaries, it isn't always necessary to read the lyrics in order to understand what he's saying -- which adds greatly to the demonic affect. Standout tracks include the almost catchy "Bible Basher" and the double-bass juggernaut "Halls of Worship." One of the strongest collections in their oeuvre, Insineratehymm is certainly one of Deicide's strongest offerings.”

Links to Artists, Albums, and Music Videos:

Click this link to listen to “Insineratehymn” via Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/insineratehymn/214475185

Click this link to listen to “Insineratehymn” via Spotify: Insineratehymn https://open.spotify.com/album/7nb1CoENdH5pW8gWG8rtKh

Click this link to follow the Deicide on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialDeicide

Click this link to follow “Amon” Eric Hoffman on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amoneric

Click this link to follow Brian Hoffman on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1162252758

Note: The reviews shared here are for historical reference. The views and opinions expressed within are not always supported (in full or in part) by Into the Wells. — E.N. Wells

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