Review by Ben for Gorguts - Considered Dead (1991)

Gorguts have always been an underrated band in my opinion. They've released several great albums over the years and never really been given the credit that I feel they deserve. This debut album didn't do anything particularly original back in 1991 as there had been several other bands playing this type of death metal for a couple of years already. But what it did, it did extremely well, with a smattering of atmosphere, and a consistent quality that makes it a fine listen from start to finish.

There were obvious influences from other more established bands. It’s easy to hear Death in the song structures and riffs, but that's hardly surprising considering how influential Chuck and co were to all early death metal. The other band that comes to mind is Obituary, with that evil atmosphere and mid paced, riffs and drumming that creep under your skin. I think the reviewer below (Leon666) nailed it when he suggested that Dan Seagrave's artwork comes to mind when listening to the album as it's evil, deathly presence oozes all over this release.

Gorguts would release better albums than Considered Dead, but when I put it into the context of 1991, I consider it to be an underrated gem and compellingly entertaining stuff! Highlights include Stiff and Cold, Inoculated Life, Waste of Mortality and the killer Disincarnated.