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Above All

Mustasch · 2002

42 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

A gritty fusion of hard rock and stoner metal enveloped in raw energy and powerful riffs.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Down in Black — The opener sets a high-energy tone with its driving riffs and aggressive vocals, encapsulating the album's hard-hitting essence right from the start.
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    I Hunt Alone — This track combines a catchy chorus with dark themes, providing a standout moment that showcases the band's lyrical depth alongside their heavy sound.
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    Sympathy for Destruction — With its dynamic shifts and powerful instrumentation, this track exemplifies Mustasch's ability to blend melody with intensity, making it memorable throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • high-energy tracks for workouts
  • gritty sound for rebellious moods
  • pulsating rhythms for driving
  • short bursts of intensity
  • cathartic release through rawness

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer softer, melodic tunes
  • seek lengthy soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released as Mustasch's second album, Above All came after their debut, which established them in the Swedish rock scene. This album marked a significant step in their evolution, showcasing a more refined sound that would help solidify their presence in the heavy metal genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Spiritual Beggars· Truckfighters· Clutch

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Down in Black 2:45
  • 2 I Hunt Alone 3:17
  • 3 Into the Arena 5:13
  • 4 Muddy Waters 3:28
  • 5 Ocean Song 5:46
  • 6 Sympathy for Destruction 3:14
  • 7 Teenage Pacifier 4:08
  • 8 Insanity Walls 4:36
  • 9 White Magic 4:22
  • 10 The Dagger 5:14

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