What makes Born to Perish by Destruction notable?

'Born to Perish' received critical acclaim upon release, debuting at number 23 on the German Albums Chart. It also solidified Destruction's reputation in the thrash metal scene, demonstrating their ability to remain relevant and influential decades into their career. Released on August 9, 2019, 'Born to Perish' is the tenth studio album from Destruction, marking a significant moment in their career as a comeback after a five-year hiatus since 'Under Attack'. The band sought to rejuvenate their sound while staying true to their thrash metal roots, showcasing an evolution that resonates with both longtime fans and newcomers alike.

Who is Born to Perish for?

Born to Perish works well if you're into steady mid-tempo aggression, pummeling riffs for catharsis and relentless energy for workouts.

How many songs are on Born to Perish?

Born to Perish has 10 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Born to Perish

Destruction · 2019

46 min · 10 tracks · thrash metal

A relentless barrage of thrash riffs merges with dark lyrical themes, encapsulating the raw energy and aggression of the genre.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Born to Perish — The title track epitomizes the album's fierce energy, featuring explosive riffs and urgent lyrics that address themes of mortality and chaos.
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Butchered for Life — This track showcases intricate guitar work and relentless tempo changes, illustrating the band's technical prowess and commitment to thrash metal's aggressive spirit.
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Filthy Wealth — With its biting critique of greed and excess, this song blends sharp social commentary with intense musicality, capturing the essence of the band's thematic depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album delivers solid thrash metal with consistent energy but lacks standout moments that elevate it further.

What we noticed

The album opens with a fast-paced title track that sets a relentless tempo, which is maintained throughout the first half.
Each song features aggressive guitar riffs and rapid drumming, with many tracks clocking in under four minutes to keep the energy high.
Lyrical themes focus on darkness and aggression, often delivered with harsh vocal styles that match the intensity of the instrumentation.
The final track slows down slightly, providing a brief respite before the album concludes.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo aggression
pummeling riffs for catharsis
relentless energy for workouts
in-order listening experience

Maybe skip if you

prefer light, melodic sounds
seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Reestablished Destruction's reputation after a five-year hiatus, gaining critical acclaim.
Career context: Released on August 9, 2019, 'Born to Perish' is the tenth studio album from Destruction, marking a significant moment in their career as a comeback after a five-year hiatus since 'Under Attack'. The band sought to rejuvenate their sound while staying true to their thrash metal roots, showcasing an evolution that resonates with both longtime fans and newcomers alike.
Stylistic neighbors: Kreator· Sodom· Exodus