Nothing Exceeds Like Excess
Raven · 1988
49 min · 12 tracks · speed metal · new wave of British heavy metal
A frenetic explosion of speed metal and hard rock, driven by relentless riffs and audacious energy.
Why this album works
'Nothing Exceeds Like Excess' is significant for its embodiment of the late 80s heavy metal sound, contributing to the genre's evolution during an era dominated by glam rock. The album received positive reviews and helped maintain Raven's visibility in the competitive metal landscape, showcasing their ability to merge aggressive musicality with catchy hooks.
- Best for
- steady pacing for headbanging audacious energy for adrenaline frenetic bursts of intensity
- Context
- Released in 1988, 'Nothing Exceeds Like Excess' was Raven's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Life's a Bitch' from 1987. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the New Wave of British Heavy Metal scene, blending speed and heavy metal with punk influences. The album reflects their ongoing evolution and commitment to high-energy performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marty Friedman· Massacration· Angel Dust
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Behemoth 1:05
- 2 Die for Allah Standout 4:57
- 3 Gimme a Break Standout 3:22
- 4 Into the Jaws of Death Standout 6:10
- 5 In the Name of the Lord 3:43
- 6 Stick It 3:11
- 7 Lay Down the Law 4:46
- 8 You Got a Screw Loose 4:26
- 9 Thunderlord 4:32
- 10 The King 4:28
- 11 Hard as Nails 5:11
- 12 Kick Your Ass 3:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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