An argument can be made for Krisiun as brutal death, but definitely not Bloodbath. As for real brutal death think Suffocation, Devourment, or Deeds of Flesh to name a few.
As much as we can argue semantics, I still think that your post had good recommendations for someone new to death metal.
It seems like most of what your bro gave you was death metal and heavy thrash. I agree with a lot of the above suggestions. As for death, I find that everyone likes different albums. If you look at the discography, the albums progress from simpler to more complex, aka progressive. I good starter is individual thought patterns, that's what I got my friend into death with. Good luck and happy hunting
As for death, I find that everyone likes different albums. If you look at the discography, the albums progress from simpler to more complex, aka progressive. I good starter is individual thought patterns,
ITP is more accessible though, in my opinion. The songs are shorter and more simple, but still distinct and seperate from typical death metal. I do admit I like the two following ones better though.