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All hail New Jersey, well, New Jersey City for the matter. That is where the American deathcore band Fit For An Autopsy hails from. The group was formed in 2008. The band consists of Joe Badolato (vocals), Will Putney (guitar, producer), Patrick Sheridan (guitar), Tim Howley (guitar), Peter “Blue” Spinazola (bass), and Josean Orta (drums). They have released six studio albums: The Process of Human Extermination (2011), Hellbound (2013), Absolute Hope Absolute Hell (2015), The Great Collapse (2017), The Sea of Tragic Beasts (2019), and Oh What the Future Holds (2022).
Fit For An Autopsy is known for their brutal sound, blending deathcore with elements of melodic death metal and progressive metal. The band addresses themes such as social and political issues, environmental concerns, and human suffering in their lyrics. They have consistently achieved chart success, with several albums entering the Billboard charts. Fit For An Autopsy has garnered a dedicated fanbase through their relentless touring and powerful live performances, solidifying their place in the modern metal scene.
FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY STUDIO ALBUMS
The Process of Human Extermination
Released June 21, 2011
The Process of Human Extermination is Fit For An Autopsy’s debut studio album, released on June 21, 2011, through Black Market Activities. The album is known for its brutal deathcore style and politically charged lyrics, addressing themes of war, suffering, and human rights.
The album features Nate Johnson on vocals, Will Putney and Patrick Sheridan on guitars, Shane Slade on bass, and Brian Rosenthal on drums. It was produced by Will Putney and recorded at The Machine Shop in Belleville, New Jersey, in 2010.
CD Track Listings:
- “The Conqueror” – 3:21
- “The Colonist” – 4:09
- “The Desecrator” – 3:35
- “The Wolf” – 3:38
- “The Consumer” – 4:19
- “The Locust” – 4:22
- “The False Prophet” – 3:37
- “The Jackal” – 4:11
- “The Harbinger” – 3:36
- “The Executioner” – 5:21
Hellbound
Released September 10, 2013
Hellbound is Fit For An Autopsy’s second studio album, released on September 10, 2013, through eOne Music. The album features a mix of deathcore and melodic death metal, with heavy breakdowns and intricate guitar work.
The album features Nate Johnson on vocals, Will Putney and Patrick Sheridan on guitars, Tim Howley on guitars, Shane Slade on bass, and Josean Orta on drums. It was produced by Will Putney and recorded at The Machine Shop in Belleville, New Jersey, in 2012 and 2013.
CD Track Listings:
- “The Great Gift of the World” – 3:59
- “Still We Destroy” – 3:11
- “Thank You Budd Dwyer” – 4:01
- “Do You See Him” – 3:18
- “Tremors” – 3:43
- “Dead in the Dirt” – 3:15
- “There Is Nothing Here Worth Keeping” – 4:18
- “Mother of the Year” – 3:47
- “Children of the Corn Syrup” – 3:50
- “The Travelers” – 4:25
Absolute Hope Absolute Hell
Released October 2, 2015
Absolute Hope Absolute Hell is Fit For An Autopsy’s third studio album, released on October 2, 2015, through eOne Music. The album features a more refined and melodic approach, with complex songwriting and deeper lyrical themes.
The album features Joe Badolato on vocals, Will Putney and Patrick Sheridan on guitars, Tim Howley on guitars, Shane Slade on bass, and Josean Orta on drums. It was produced by Will Putney and recorded at Graphic Nature Audio in Belleville, New Jersey, in 2015.
CD Track Listings:
- “Absolute Hope Absolute Hell” – 5:06
- “Wither” – 3:36
- “Saltwound” – 4:32
- “Murder in the First” – 3:22
- “Storm Drains” – 4:11
- “Ghosts in the River” – 3:47
- “Mask Maker” – 3:56
- “Hollow Shell” – 3:49
- “Out to Sea” – 4:47
- “False Positive” – 3:37
- “Swing the Axe” – 5:16
The Great Collapse
Released March 17, 2017
The Great Collapse is Fit For An Autopsy’s fourth studio album, released on March 17, 2017, through eOne Music. The album continues to blend deathcore with elements of melodic death metal, featuring socially and politically conscious lyrics.
The album features Joe Badolato on vocals, Will Putney and Patrick Sheridan on guitars, Tim Howley on guitars, Shane Slade on bass, and Josean Orta on drums. It was produced by Will Putney and recorded at Graphic Nature Audio in Belleville, New Jersey, in 2016.
CD Track Listings:
- “Hydra” – 4:07
- “Heads Will Hang” – 4:17
- “Black Mammoth” – 4:25
- “Terraform” – 4:24
- “Iron Moon” – 4:12
- “When the Bulbs Burn Out” – 3:43
- “Too Late” – 4:11
- “Empty Still” – 4:05
- “Spiral” – 4:46
The Sea of Tragic Beasts
Released October 25, 2019
The Sea of Tragic Beasts is Fit For An Autopsy’s fifth studio album, released on October 25, 2019, through Nuclear Blast. The album features a mix of brutal deathcore and melodic elements, with lyrical themes addressing environmental issues and human suffering.
The album features Joe Badolato on vocals, Will Putney and Patrick Sheridan on guitars, Tim Howley on guitars, Peter “Blue” Spinazola on bass, and Josean Orta on drums. It was produced by Will Putney and recorded at Graphic Nature Audio in Belleville, New Jersey, in 2018 and 2019.
CD Track Listings:
- “The Sea of Tragic Beasts” – 4:25
- “No Man Is Without Fear” – 4:30
- “Shepherd” – 4:53
- “Your Pain Is Mine” – 3:28
- “Mirrors” – 4:20
- “Unloved” – 3:53
- “Mourn” – 4:25
- “Warfare” – 3:21
- “Birds of Prey” – 4:27
- “Napalm Dreams” – 4:36
Oh What the Future Holds
Released January 14, 2022
Oh What the Future Holds is Fit For An Autopsy’s sixth studio album, released on January 14, 2022, through Nuclear Blast. The album continues to explore themes of existentialism and environmental decay, blending heavy deathcore elements with melodic and atmospheric sounds.
The album features Joe Badolato on vocals, Will Putney and Patrick Sheridan on guitars, Tim Howley on guitars, Peter “Blue” Spinazola on bass, and Josean Orta on drums. It was produced by Will Putney and recorded at Graphic Nature Audio in Belleville, New Jersey, in 2021.
CD Track Listings:
- “Oh What the Future Holds” – 4:01
- “Pandora” – 4:36
- “Far from Heaven” – 3:56
- “In Shadows” – 3:53
- “Two Towers” – 4:21
- “A Higher Level of Hate” – 3:49
- “Collateral Damage” – 4:09
- “Savages” – 3:59
- “Conditional Healing” – 4:17
- “The Man That I Was Not” – 4:34
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