Power from Hell
Onslaught · 1985
42 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and fierce rhythms that embodies the raw energy of early thrash metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Damnation / Onslaught (Power From Hell) — The opening track sets a furious tone with its fast-paced drumming and sharp guitar work, establishing the band's signature sound right from the start.
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Angels of Death — This track showcases a blend of brutal lyrics and intricate instrumentation, exemplifying Onslaught’s ability to combine aggression with technical prowess.
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Steel Meets Steel — A standout track that features a memorable chorus and driving riffs, capturing the essence of thrash metal while highlighting Onslaught's musical strength.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases aggressive riffs and varied tempos, marking a solid entry in the UK thrash scene.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, which is maintained through the first half of the record.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, alternating between aggressive thrash riffs and slower, heavier sections.
- The lyrics often focus on dark themes and are delivered with harsh vocal styles that match the intensity of the instrumentation.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- relentless bursts of aggressive energy
- high-octane tracks for headbanging
- short, intense listening experiences
- demanding riffs that energize
- brutal rhythms for cathartic release
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow, calming sounds
- want lengthy, immersive compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Power from Hell is Onslaught's debut album, released in January 1985. At this point, the band was emerging from the UK thrash scene, eager to establish their identity amidst a growing wave of heavy metal acts. The album marked their entry into the competitive music landscape dominated by bands like Metallica and Slayer.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Damnation / Onslaught (Power From Hell) 5:21
- 2 Thermonuclear Devastation 1:30
- 3 Skullcrusher 1 4:39
- 4 Lord of Evil 7:06
- 5 Death Metal 3:42
- 6 Angels of Death 3:21
- 7 The Devil's Legion, Part 1 2:17
- 8 The Devil's Legion, Part 2 1:49
- 9 Steel Meets Steel 3:55
- 10 Skullcrusher 2 3:45
- 11 Witch Hunt 3:44
- 12 Mighty Empress 0:56
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