Handle With Care
Nuclear Assault · 1989
35 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal
Aggressive thrash riffs collide with sharp political commentary and relentless energy, capturing the essence of late '80s metal.
Why this album works
- Best for
- relentless energy for workouts political themes for discussion brief bursts of intensity
- Context
- By the time 'Handle With Care' was released on November 23, 1989, Nuclear Assault had solidified their place in the thrash metal scene following their breakthrough debut album, 'Game Over'. This album came during a period of increased visibility for the band as they transitioned from underground popularity to a more mainstream audience.
- If you like
- thrash metal
Handle With Care is an album by Nuclear Assault, released in 1989. Aggressive thrash riffs collide with sharp political commentary and relentless energy, capturing the essence of late '80s metal. 'Handle With Care' is notable for addressing sociopolitical issues through its lyrics, contributing to the band's reputation within the thrash metal genre. The album's critical reception helped it reach number 27 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, showcasing its impact during a pivotal moment in heavy metal's evolution. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Handle With Care sound like?
Aggressive thrash riffs collide with sharp political commentary and relentless energy, capturing the essence of late '80s metal. Rooted in thrash metal.
What makes Handle With Care by Nuclear Assault notable?
'Handle With Care' is notable for addressing sociopolitical issues through its lyrics, contributing to the band's reputation within the thrash metal genre. The album's critical reception helped it reach number 27 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, showcasing its impact during a pivotal moment in heavy metal's evolution. By the time 'Handle With Care' was released on November 23, 1989, Nuclear Assault had solidified their place in the thrash metal scene following their breakthrough debut album, 'Game Over'. This album came during a period of increased visibility for the band as they transitioned from underground popularity to a more mainstream audience.
Who is Handle With Care for?
Handle With Care works well if you're into relentless energy for workouts, political themes for discussion and brief bursts of intensity.
How many songs are on Handle With Care?
Handle With Care has 12 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 New Song 2:58
- 2 Critical Mass Standout 3:18
- 3 Inherited Hell 3:30
- 4 Surgery 2:44
- 5 Emergency Standout 3:20
- 6 Funky Noise 0:50
- 7 F# (Wake Up) 2:58
- 8 When Freedom Dies 2:33
- 9 Search & Seizure 4:11
- 10 Torture Tactics 2:21
- 11 Mother's Day 0:32
- 12 Trail of Tears Standout 5:43
Release Date
November 23, 1989
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
35 min 4 sec
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