Bag of Tricks
Annihilator · 1994
74 min · 16 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal
A frenetic blend of thrash metal aggression and melodic intricacies that exemplifies Annihilator's signature sound.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic range with peaks frenetic bursts of energy live tracks for concert feel
- Context
- Released in 1994, 'Bag of Tricks' is a compilation album that marks a transitional phase for Annihilator. Following their commercial peak with the acclaimed 'Set the World on Fire' in 1993, this collection features remastered tracks and live performances, showcasing the band's evolution while providing fans with a retrospective look at their earlier work.
- If you like
- heavy metal, thrash metal
Bag of Tricks is an album by Annihilator, released in 1994. A frenetic blend of thrash metal aggression and melodic intricacies that exemplifies Annihilator's signature sound. This album is significant for its role in cementing Annihilator's legacy within the thrash metal genre by highlighting their technical prowess and dynamic songwriting. It includes fan-favorite tracks like 'Alison Hell,' which has become emblematic of the band's influence on subsequent metal acts and continues to resonate in live performances. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bag of Tricks sound like?
A frenetic blend of thrash metal aggression and melodic intricacies that exemplifies Annihilator's signature sound. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.
What makes Bag of Tricks by Annihilator notable?
This album is significant for its role in cementing Annihilator's legacy within the thrash metal genre by highlighting their technical prowess and dynamic songwriting. It includes fan-favorite tracks like 'Alison Hell,' which has become emblematic of the band's influence on subsequent metal acts and continues to resonate in live performances. Released in 1994, 'Bag of Tricks' is a compilation album that marks a transitional phase for Annihilator. Following their commercial peak with the acclaimed 'Set the World on Fire' in 1993, this collection features remastered tracks and live performances, showcasing the band's evolution while providing fans with a retrospective look at their earlier work.
Who is Bag of Tricks for?
Bag of Tricks works well if you're into dynamic range with peaks, frenetic bursts of energy and live tracks for concert feel.
How many songs are on Bag of Tricks?
Bag of Tricks has 16 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alison Hell (remastered version) Standout 5:02
- 2 Phantasmogoria (demo version) 3:57
- 3 Back to the Crypt 4:08
- 4 Gallery Standout 4:08
- 5 Human Insecticide (live) Standout 5:43
- 6 The Fun Palace (extended mix) 6:22
- 7 W.T.Y.D. (live) 4:57
- 8 Word Salad (live) 6:35
- 9 Live Wire (live) 5:16
- 10 Knight Jumps Queen (demo version) 3:46
- 11 Fantastic Things 4:27
- 12 Bats in the Belfry (demo version) 3:45
- 13 Evil Appetite 3:39
- 14 Gallery ’86 3:59
- 15 Alison Hell ’86 5:09
- 16 Phantasmagoria ’86 3:55
Release Date
January 1, 1994
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
74 min 53 sec
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