Horror Epics
The Exploited · 1983
47 min · 13 tracks · hardcore punk
Raucous guitar riffs and aggressive vocals intertwine in a furious critique of societal decay and personal angst.
Top tracks — play these first
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Horror Epics — The title track encapsulates the album's central themes of chaos and disillusionment, showcasing the band's signature sound through relentless energy and sharp lyrics.
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I Hate You — This track features a raw expression of anger and frustration, reflecting the band's confrontational style while connecting deeply with listeners who feel marginalized.
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Law and Order — A scathing critique of authority, this song exemplifies The Exploited's commitment to addressing political issues head-on with an unfiltered, aggressive approach.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Horror Epics delivers intense energy and sharp critiques, characteristic of its hardcore punk roots.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features a fast-paced tempo and aggressive guitar riffs, setting a confrontational tone.
- Each song typically runs under three minutes, maintaining a relentless pace throughout the record.
- Vocals are delivered in a shouted style, often overlapping with the instrumentation, creating a chaotic soundscape.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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 peaks and valleys
- socially charged lyrical themes
- furious energy for workouts
- intense bursts of aggression
Maybe skip if you
- prefer calm, soothing sounds
- seek melodic sing-alongs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1983, Horror Epics was The Exploited's third studio album, following their previous work, Troops of Tomorrow. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place within the hardcore punk scene, known for their politically charged lyrics and raw sound that resonated with disillusioned youth during the early '80s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- GBH· Discharge· Dead Kennedys
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Horror Epics 5:04
- 2 Don't Forget the Chaos 3:05
- 3 Law and Order 2:52
- 4 I Hate You 1:38
- 5 No More Idols 4:55
- 6 Maggie 2:35
- 7 Dangerous Visions 3:35
- 8 Down Below 4:18
- 9 Treat You Like Shit 3:38
- 10 Forty Odd Years Ago 2:56
- 11 My Life 5:39
- 12 Race Against Time 4:21
- 13 Propaganda 2:26
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