Set the World on Fire
Annihilator · 1993
41 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal
A frenetic blend of thrash metal riffs and melodic hooks that capture the essence of early '90s heavy metal.
Why this album works
- Best for
- energetic workout motivation dynamic emotional journeys immediate hooks and energy
- Context
- Released on August 24, 1993, 'Set the World on Fire' was Annihilator's third album, following their breakthrough record 'Never, Neverland.' By this time, the band had solidified its reputation in the heavy metal scene, showcasing a more refined sound while maintaining the aggressive edge that characterized their earlier work.
- If you like
- heavy metal, thrash metal
Set the World on Fire is an album by Annihilator, released in 1993. A frenetic blend of thrash metal riffs and melodic hooks that capture the essence of early '90s heavy metal. The album features the title track, which became one of Annihilator's most recognized songs and helped solidify their presence in the heavy metal community. It received positive reviews for its intricate guitar work and songwriting, contributing to the band's ongoing influence in the thrash metal genre during a time when grunge was beginning to dominate the charts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Set the World on Fire sound like?
A frenetic blend of thrash metal riffs and melodic hooks that capture the essence of early '90s heavy metal. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.
What makes Set the World on Fire by Annihilator notable?
The album features the title track, which became one of Annihilator's most recognized songs and helped solidify their presence in the heavy metal community. It received positive reviews for its intricate guitar work and songwriting, contributing to the band's ongoing influence in the thrash metal genre during a time when grunge was beginning to dominate the charts. Released on August 24, 1993, 'Set the World on Fire' was Annihilator's third album, following their breakthrough record 'Never, Neverland.' By this time, the band had solidified its reputation in the heavy metal scene, showcasing a more refined sound while maintaining the aggressive edge that characterized their earlier work.
Who is Set the World on Fire for?
Set the World on Fire works well if you're into energetic workout motivation, dynamic emotional journeys and immediate hooks and energy.
How many songs are on Set the World on Fire?
Set the World on Fire has 11 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Set the World on Fire Standout 4:29
- 2 No Zone 2:47
- 3 Bats in the Belfry Standout 3:37
- 4 Snake in the Grass 4:55
- 5 Phoenix Rising Standout 3:47
- 6 Knight Jumps Queen 3:46
- 7 Sounds Good to Me 4:18
- 8 The Edge 2:57
- 9 Don't Bother Me 3:23
- 10 Brain Dance 4:52
- 11 Hell Bent for Leather 2:54
Release Date
August 24, 1993
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
41 min 50 sec
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