Shattered Existence
Xentrix · 1989
43 min · 9 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and intricate rhythms, embodying the raw energy of late '80s thrash metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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No Compromise — Opening with fierce energy, this track sets the tone for the album with its aggressive riffs and powerful vocals, showcasing Xentrix's thrash roots.
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Balance of Power — This song features complex guitar work and shifting tempos, highlighting the band's technical prowess while addressing themes of conflict and struggle.
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Crimes — With its driving rhythm and socially charged lyrics, this track exemplifies the band's ability to combine speed with thought-provoking content.
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Back in the Real World — This track stands out for its melodic elements interspersed with aggressive sections, reflecting a balance that would characterize much of Xentrix's later work.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- fierce energy for workout sessions
- intense riffs for headbanging
- cathartic release of aggression
- thought-provoking themes in lyrics
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow, soothing sounds
- dislike complex song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1989, Shattered Existence was Xentrix's debut album, marking their emergence in the British thrash metal scene. This album followed their formation in 1985 and laid the groundwork for their future releases, establishing them as key players in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Annihilator· Overkill· Testament
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 No Compromise 3:06
- 2 Balance of Power 5:17
- 3 Crimes 5:41
- 4 Back in the Real World 4:01
- 5 Dark Enemy 4:14
- 6 Bad Blood 5:08
- 7 Reasons for Destruction 5:34
- 8 Position of Security 5:08
- 9 Heaven Cent 5:11
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