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.

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.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

relentless energy for workouts
political themes for discussion
brief bursts of intensity
for quick listening breaks

Maybe skip if you want

prefer slow, extended tracks
dislike aggressive sound

Where this album fits

Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors: Anthrax· Megadeth· Slayer