Exhibit B: The Human Condition
Exodus · 2010
74 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal
Aggressive riffs and intricate solos collide with socially charged lyrics, embodying the raw intensity of thrash metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Class Dismissed (A Hate Primer) — This track critiques the education system's failings while weaving complex musical arrangements that reflect its heavy themes. Its aggressive yet melodic structure showcases Exodus' signature thrash sound.
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Nanking — Inspired by the historical atrocities of the Nanking Massacre, this song combines powerful storytelling with relentless instrumentation, emphasizing the band's commitment to addressing uncomfortable truths through music.
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Burn, Hollywood, Burn — A scathing commentary on Hollywood's portrayal of violence and culture, this track stands out for its catchy chorus and sharp critique, exemplifying Exodus' ability to merge social commentary with thrash elements.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive riffs with socially charged lyrics, showcasing technical skill while addressing relevant themes.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a narrative-driven track that sets a thematic tone, followed by a series of aggressive songs that maintain a fast tempo.
- Lyrically, the album addresses social issues and historical events, with verses often structured to build tension before explosive choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- thought-provoking lyrical themes
- wave-like pacing dynamics
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Exhibit B: The Human Condition is Exodus' fifth studio album, released in 2010 after a seven-year hiatus following their previous album, Tempo of the Damned. This release marked a significant return for the band, as they sought to reclaim their place in the thrash metal scene amid a resurgence of interest in the genre.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Ballad of Leonard and Charles 7:14
- 2 Beyond the Pale 7:40
- 3 Hammer and Life 3:31
- 4 Class Dismissed (A Hate Primer) 7:14
- 5 Downfall 6:21
- 6 March of the Sycophants 6:45
- 7 Nanking 7:22
- 8 Burn, Hollywood, Burn 4:05
- 9 Democide 6:36
- 10 The Sun Is My Destroyer 9:32
- 11 A Perpetual State of Indifference 2:24
- 12 Good Riddance 5:33
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