The First Damned

Dive into the raw, unfiltered origins of Decapitated's brutal sound with "The First Damned," a compelling collection of the Polish death metal titans' earliest demo recordings. Released on June 4, 2021, via Nuclear Blast, this album compiles the band's first two demos, "Cemeteral Gardens" (1997) and "The Eye of Horus" (1998), offering a blistering snapshot of a young band with an insatiable hunger for brutality and a future that would see them become one of death metal's most revered names.

"The First Damned" is a no-holds-barred journey into Decapitated's formative years, featuring eight tracks from "The Eye of Horus" demo and five from "Cemeteral Gardens." The album is presented in its original, unaltered form, with no remastering or remixing, preserving the raw energy and youthful aggression that defined the band's early sound. Fans of death metal, groove metal, deathcore, and grindcore will find plenty to sink their teeth into, with tracks like "The Eye of Horus," "Mandatory Suicide," and "Ereshkigal" showcasing the band's signature blend of brutality and technical prowess.

At just 46 minutes, "The First Damned" is a concise yet powerful testament to Decapitated's enduring influence on the metal scene. The album serves as a poignant reminder of the band's roots, with many of the tracks featuring the late, great Wacław "Vogg" Kiełtyka on vocals and guitar. Despite the tragic loss of Vogg in 2007, the spirit of Decapitated lives on, with the remaining members continuing to push the boundaries of extreme metal and honor their fallen brother's legacy. "The First Damned" is an essential addition to any metal fan's collection, offering a rare glimpse into the early days of one of the genre's most iconic acts.