Cloaca Maxima (album)

Cloaca Maxima is the debut studio album by the German death metal band Arsebreed. It was released in 2005 by Neurotic Records. The album is known for its brutal and offensive lyrical content, focusing on themes of gore, perversion, and misanthropy. The music is characterized by its fast tempos, guttural vocals, and heavy riffs, typical of the brutal death metal subgenre. Cloaca Maxima is considered a notable release within the extreme metal scene, despite its controversial nature. The album received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its intensity and others criticizing its excessive and unpleasant content. The title itself, "Cloaca Maxima," refers to the ancient Roman sewer system, reflecting the band's thematic focus on filth and degradation. The album's artwork and overall presentation further contribute to its shocking and extreme image.