TOP TEN THRASH METAL 1990's DECADE
This decade will be a tad bit more straightforward to rank since thrash metal only extensively ruled the metal scene in one decade. |
| 10 |  | Overkill
Horrorscope
Arguably Overkill's heaviest and most sinister sounding album, Horrorscope lacks filler and beats you in the face from start to finish. |
| 9 |  | Artillery
By Inheritance
It's just so fucking good! It might even move up the list in the future! |
| 8 |  | Morbid Saint
Spectrum of Death
Damn this is so fucking nuts! Brutal as fuck yo. |
| 7 |  | Exodus
Another Lesson in Violence
I'll say this again; their debut is a masterpiece, and then they come out with this. The songs transition well to a newer sound, the new sound of the songs from Pleasures of The Flesh make those songs even better, and the production/performances are spot on. Get this. This is the best live thrash album you'll ever hear. |
| 6 |  | Annihilator
Never, Neverland
Annihilator seems to get very overlooked in general although they're among the best tech-thrashers of their time before slipping into a career of hits-and-misses. Their debut may attract more attention, but their second album is undoubtedly their best, improving upon the small but noticeable flaws of its predecessor. |
| 5 |  | Demolition Hammer
Epidemic of Violence
This and their debut Tortured Existence are a headbanger's dream. Blending the bone-crushing heaviness of death metal with the accessibility of thrash, Demolition Hammer set out to break every bone in your body with their music, and they perfect that "art" with an Epidemic of Violence. |
| 4 |  | Anacrusis
Manic Impressions
AND SCREAMS AND WHISPERS.
TIED.
That's right; number 5 is a tie between Anacrusis's two best albums. Why? While Manic Impression's schizo-tech sound is more defined here, Screams And Whispers is more accessible with a keen sense of melody and atmosphere. Both albums are a tad bit different from each other but are flawless at what they do. Therefore, they tie in my book. |
| 3 |  | Heathen
Victims of Deception
This is what the well-written but badly-produced AJFA should've sounded like. The sound of this album is the ideal thrash metal sound. The thick, heavy guitars, the bassy drums, crystal clear sound, it's a beauty to listen to, and it's all backed up by killer songs and excellent songwriting. Sure, the themes are nothing new, but unlike albums before this one, it doesn't sound cheesy; it's pretty convincing stuff. Still stands tall as a genre highlight. |
| 2 |  | Megadeth
Rust in Peace
Are you surprised to NOT see this as number 1? Good. If Coroner was never a thing, you bet your ass it would because RIP is still one of the greatest landmarks of the genre with its meaty production values, smart songwriting, and a batch of stone cold classics. |
| 1 |  | Coroner
Mental Vortex
If anyone has been following my lists, they'll understand why Coroner was at the top of my lists. Not only have they turned into one of my all-time favorite bands, but I believe they've put out to of the genre's greatest works. No More Colour was already a perfect album, but they raise the bar here once again. They pack the grooves, the shredfests, and most of all this time around, atmosphere. The album carries an atmospheric vibe to its powerful music, and the results are a truly captivating album. |
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