What makes Bury the Pain by Xentrix notable?

The album received critical acclaim for its sharp production and aggressive sound, leading to notable chart placements within the UK metal scene. It helped rekindle interest in Xentrix, establishing them as a significant player in modern thrash metal alongside younger bands. Bury the Pain marks Xentrix's return after a lengthy hiatus, being their first studio album in over 20 years since 1996's Scourge. The band reformed in 2013, reviving their classic sound while integrating contemporary influences, positioning them to reclaim their place in the thrash metal scene.

Who is Bury the Pain for?

Bury the Pain works well if you're into ferocious riffs with melodic undertones, cathartic energy for intense moments and relentless exploration of personal struggles.

How many songs are on Bury the Pain?

Bury the Pain has 11 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Bury the Pain

Xentrix · 2019

55 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal

A relentless assault of thrash metal aggression interwoven with melodic undercurrents and socially charged lyrics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Bury the Pain — The title track encapsulates the album’s themes of struggle and resilience, featuring dynamic shifts between furious riffs and melodic passages that showcase the band's technical prowess.
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There Will Be Consequences — This track combines fast-paced rhythms with an engaging chorus, illustrating Xentrix’s ability to merge accessibility with traditional thrash intensity, making it a live favorite.
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The Truth Lies Buried — With its intricate guitar work and brooding atmosphere, this song highlights the band's skillful songwriting, reflecting on deeper societal issues while maintaining a classic thrash feel.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album combines classic thrash elements with modern production, creating a solid yet familiar sound.

What we noticed

The album opens with a title track that features rapid-fire drumming and aggressive guitar riffs, setting a high-energy tone for the record.
Each song typically follows a verse-chorus structure, with melodic guitar solos interspersed throughout the tracks.
Several tracks incorporate tempo changes, alternating between fast-paced thrash sections and slower, more melodic passages.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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

ferocious riffs with melodic undertones
cathartic energy for intense moments
relentless exploration of personal struggles
dynamic shifts in emotional intensity

Maybe skip if you

prefer light, easy listening
seek immediate gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Bury the Pain marks Xentrix's return after a lengthy hiatus, being their first studio album in over 20 years since 1996's Scourge. The band reformed in 2013, reviving their classic sound while integrating contemporary influences, positioning them to reclaim their place in the thrash metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Annihilator· Overkill· Testament