Nothing Exceeds Like Excess
Raven · 1988
49 min · 12 tracks · speed metal
A frenetic blend of speed metal and British heavy metal, dripping with irreverence and sharp guitar riffs.
Top tracks — play these first
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Die for Allah — This track stands out for its audacious lyrical content, which critiques religious fanaticism while showcasing Raven's trademark aggressive sound.
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Into the Jaws of Death — With its driving tempo and vivid imagery, this song exemplifies Raven’s ability to merge storytelling with powerful instrumentation, making it a fan favorite.
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Thunderlord — This track features anthemic choruses and intricate guitar work, encapsulating the band's high-energy style and solidifying their role in the speed metal genre.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for headbanging
- audacious energy for adrenaline
- frenetic bursts of intensity
- for workout motivation
- sing-along anthems with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, mellow sounds
- avoid lengthy album experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Nothing Exceeds Like Excess marks Raven's fifth studio album, released in 1988 during a time when the band was solidifying their position within the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) scene. Following their previous release, Life's a Bitch in 1987, this album showcases their evolving sound while maintaining their energetic approach to speed metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· Accept
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Behemoth 1:05
- 2 Die for Allah 4:57
- 3 Gimme a Break 3:22
- 4 Into the Jaws of Death 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
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