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Hell-O

Gwar · 1988

40 min · 17 tracks · thrash metal · crossover thrash · shock rock

A chaotic blend of thrash metal and outrageous theatricality, punctuated by dark humor and shock value.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • chaotic energy for wild parties
  • dark humor with theatrical flair
  • short bursts of outrageous intensity
  • wave-like dynamics for headbanging
  • ironic takes on serious themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer smooth, calming sounds
  • dislike humor in music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 11, 1988, 'Hell-O' was GWAR's debut album, marking their entry into the music scene after establishing their grotesque performance art in the mid-1980s. At this point, GWAR was transitioning from local Virginia punk shows to national recognition, setting the stage for their notorious stage presence and unique sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Municipal Waste· Ludichrist· Exodus

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Timè fôr Deäth 2:41
  • 2 ÅEIÖU 1:26
  • 3 Americànized 1:37
  • 4 I'm in Löve (With a Deåd Dog) 2:32
  • 5 Slütmañ City 3:49
  • 6 World Ô Filth 1:14
  • 7 War Toy 2:22
  • 8 Cåptain Crünch 3:54
  • 9 Püre as the Årctic Snôw 2:26
  • 10 Je M'Appelle J. Cöusteaü 3:07
  • 11 GWAR Theme 2:27
  • 12 Bône Meal 0:42
  • 13 Öllie North 1:55
  • 14 Techno's Song 3:44
  • 15 U Ain't Shit 1:19
  • 16 Rock & Roll Pärty Töwn 3:11
  • 17 Black and Huge 2:16

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