What makes Impact Is Imminent by Exodus notable?

'Impact Is Imminent' is notable for its critical reception, garnering praise from publications like Metal Forces and Kerrang! for its intensity and musicianship. The album featured tracks that have since become staples of Exodus's live performances, further solidifying their influence on the thrash metal genre during a competitive era. Released in 1990, 'Impact Is Imminent' marked Exodus's fourth studio album, coming after the band's pivotal release, 'Fabulous Disaster' in 1989. At this point, they were solidifying their status within the thrash metal scene while navigating lineup changes and evolving their lyrical themes toward more socially conscious topics.

Who is Impact Is Imminent for?

Impact Is Imminent works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, gradual builds and payoffs and long, immersive listening sessions.

How many songs are on Impact Is Imminent?

Impact Is Imminent has 10 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Impact Is Imminent

Exodus · 1990

49 min · 10 tracks · thrash metal

Frenetic riffs and aggressive rhythms collide with thought-provoking lyrics in Exodus's fierce thrash metal sound.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
gradual builds and payoffs
long, immersive listening sessions
wave-like pacing throughout

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1990, 'Impact Is Imminent' marked Exodus's fourth studio album, coming after the band's pivotal release, 'Fabulous Disaster' in 1989. At this point, they were solidifying their status within the thrash metal scene while navigating lineup changes and evolving their lyrical themes toward more socially conscious topics.
Stylistic neighbors: Testament· Overkill· Anthrax