Top 10 Best Cannibal Corpse Albums
Cannibal Corpse has been at the forefront of the death metal genre since the late '80s, pushing boundaries and creating some of the heaviest, most brutal music out there. Their albums aren't just collections of songs. They're ferocious statements that have helped shape and define death metal itself. Their style is unapologetically brutal and always evolving, from the savage riffs to the infamous album artwork that's become part of their identity.Each album has its own character, often linked to changes in band members, shifts in musical direction, or even subtle changes in how they approach themes of horror and darkness. Some albums dig deep into speed and technical precision, while others amplify the raw heaviness and growling vocals that have become Cannibal Corpse's signature. But for a lot of fans, the band's discography isn't just about brutality or gore. It's about the craftsmanship they bring to death metal, with riffs and solos that are as memorable as they are relentless.
I love this album. It has such a dark and gloomy sound, and the way Chris Barnes growled the vocals was simply awesome. Definitely their best album.
The production makes this the heaviest sounding Cannibal Corpse album, and Barnes's vocals were lower and grittier than ever.
This is a great album, man. I'm a huge fan of this era of Cannibal Corpse, and their recent stuff with Corpsegrinder doesn't appeal to me.
By far the best riffs, drum beats, and vocals are on this album. Plus, the production is mint thanks to Scott Burns. With the addition of Rob Barrett, I think he somewhat changed the band's ways a bit on this album.
This album is a death metal classic. It just has such a charm to it. Extremely tasteful but with crushing brutality. I feel like it was Cannibal Corpse at its peak.
The quality of this album is outstanding. Some of the best songs of Cannibal Corpse are on this album, and with it, some of the most memorable riffs.
I'm kind of disappointed that this album isn't getting the recognition it deserves. It has such underrated songs, such as "Meat Hook Sodomy" and "Under the Rotted Flesh." The production on this album also has that gross, slimy type of vibe that I absolutely adore.
Underrated! This is Cannibal's most disturbing album, has the goriest artwork, the best lyrics, and of course, "Meat Hook Sodomy," which is easily the most underrated song from the Barnes era.
Also, I'm kind of disappointed to see "The Wretched Spawn" down so low. That was my favorite Corpsegrinder album.
As a late bloomer to Cannibal Corpse, this just blew my head clean off! Love the speed, the vocals, the groove! Straight to the point old-school brutal death metal!
This album I keep coming back to. As a full album to listen to at home or out and about, it just rules. Very dynamic. Sounds the best too.
The technicality, brutality, and overall sound of "Kill" are unmatched by anything else out there.
I love this album! Chris sounds better than ever here, and the songs sound more like thrash with growled vocals. Since thrash is my favorite genre, it's perfect! By the way, why is Butchered at Birth so high? It has to be Cannibal Corpse's worst album along with Vile.
Eaten Back to Life is the definitive Cannibal Corpse album. It's just so good!
It's an original. The undead will feast and skull full of maggots!
Torture and Kill are the most energetic and the most brutal albums of Cannibal Corpse. Honestly, I don't understand how people can prefer Chris's grumbling to George's powerful grunts. The only weak point of this album is the artwork, which is less amazing than their old covers.
Excellent musicianship here, packed with great production. Fantastic album.
The new album is badass and brutal.
Orgasm Through Torture exhibits one of my favorite guitar tracks in any metal subcategory. The production is incredible! The tracks for each individual instrument are killer.
George Fisher's first album with Cannibal Corpse is incredible. Truly a must-have for death metal fans!
Corpsegrinder's debut killed it, and the production and guitar tone were just killer. Love it. Heavy grind on guitar and heavy grind with Corpsegrinder!
Devoured by Vermin and Orgasm Through Torture are among my favorite Cannibal Corpse tracks.
This album made me buy five (yes, BUYING FIVE) other Cannibal Corpse albums! It has such great and clear production. I really can't understand why people aren't complaining about the production of Cannibal Corpse albums in general. Alex is such a monster on the bass, and here you can actually hear it! I just love to hear what's actually going on with those instruments, and you totally can on this one.
I remember buying "Kill" one week later and how disappointed I was. The mix of such a technically talented band doesn't need to sound like mud!
And guys, I believe they never had a song stuck in my head as much as "Kill or Become!" Even if this isn't my favorite.
Sure, this album is probably not their strongest compared to Kill, Tomb of the Mutilated, or The Bleeding, but the guitar riffs, drums, and overall production are my favorite out of all Cannibal Corpse albums. It sounds more powerful and aggressive than other albums.
#12?! So people think this is their worst album? What the hell? This is, in my opinion, the best death metal album ever written!
This album is like the "Kill" album Part 2, but the sound production is way more aggressive, especially the drums. This is my favorite next to "Kill."
My favorite Corpsegrinder album. "Frantic Disembowelment" and the title track are beasts of brutality.
#10?! It has Blunt Force Castration, The Wretched Spawn, Decency Defied, and Severed Head Stoning! Too underrated.
Two of Cannibal's best guitarists on one album. What more can you ask for?
Very, very underrated album. Unique riffs, memorable songs, catchy, and a sickening doom sound on this one.
I have been listening since day one, and this is my personal favorite. They got everything perfect.
This is the best. George's vocals are insane, and the riffs are great. Older albums are overrated.
Great songs but some fillers, especially in the second part of the album. But From Skin to Liquid, I Will Kill You, Disposal of the Body, Sentenced to Burn, and the title track are amazingly brutal!
This has a ton of bangers. I normally gravitate towards this one and Bloodthirst.
Proof that Cannibal remains authentic to their brand of death metal!
This new album is brutal as hell. Code of the Slashers is INSANE!
Although it may not contain many notably memorable tracks, it still has some, such as "Pit of Zombies" and "When Death Replaces Life." However, memorability of the tracks aside, this album is still Cannibal Corpse's strongest, most consistent offering to date. I think it's safe to say that its only contenders are probably "Bloodthirst" and "Eaten Back to Life," but even they fall in the wake of "Gore Obsessed."
A far too often overlooked gem. Hatchet to the Head, Dormant Bodies Bursting, and Drowning in Viscera are all gems. Very heavy but still somewhat accessible to a more casual listener (like myself). Should be higher.
I'm kind of surprised that this is in last place. I know it's an EP, so there's not as much material, but for me, it's 23 minutes of pure eargasms. Demon's Night is one of my favorite Cannibal Corpse songs, and No Remorse is the best Metallica cover ever made.
Why is this too low? Chris has the best vocals here. This should be no. 5.