B.A.C.K. cover

B.A.C.K.

Artillery · 1999

50 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal

A relentless barrage of thrash metal riffs complemented by aggressive vocals and intricate solos that energize the listener.

Why this album works

'B.A.C.K.' received positive reviews for its energetic sound and musicianship, which revitalized interest in Artillery during a time when thrash was less commercially prominent. The album's reception helped them gain new fans and maintain relevance in a shifting musical landscape, reflecting the band's enduring influence on the thrash metal community.
Best for
steady mid-tempo energy boost aggressive vocals for intensity engaging riffs for headbanging
Context
Released in 1999, 'B.A.C.K.' marked Artillery's return after a five-year hiatus following their previous album, 'Mind Factory' (1994). This album was pivotal as it re-established the band within the thrash metal scene, showcasing their technical prowess and solidifying their legacy in the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Marty Friedman· Angel Dust· Hatesphere

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Cybermind Standout 4:01
  • 2 How Do You Feel 4:00
  • 3 Out of the Trash 4:00
  • 4 Final Show 5:26
  • 5 WWW 3:54
  • 6 Violent Breed Standout 3:48
  • 7 Theatrical Exposure 3:57
  • 8 B.A.C.K. Standout 3:47
  • 9 The Cure 3:17
  • 10 Paparazzi 4:06
  • 11 Fly 4:24
  • 12 Jester 5:17

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