Chuck Schuldiner puts even more emphasis on the guitar harmonies, with the help of
King Diamond guitarist Andy LaRocque. Bassist Steve DiGiorgio treats his instrument more like a third guitar, making for some unique ensemble interplay.
Individual Thought Patterns cemented
Death's reputation as not only one of death metal's founders, but also one of its most creative, musically proficient, and listenable bands. [A completely overhauled version of the disc was released in 2011.] ~ Steve Huey