Something Wicked
Nuclear Assault · 1993
38 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless onslaught of thrash metal aggression fused with dark, dystopian themes and complex instrumentation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- relentless aggression with resolution dynamic progression through chaos wave-like pacing for engagement
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Something Wicked' was Nuclear Assault's fourth studio album, following their 1992 record 'Handle with Care'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating the evolving thrash metal landscape while maintaining their reputation for socially conscious lyrics and intricate musical compositions.
- If you like
- thrash metal
Something Wicked is an album by Nuclear Assault, released in 1993. A relentless onslaught of thrash metal aggression fused with dark, dystopian themes and complex instrumentation. The album is notable for its critical reception, showcasing a mature sound that resonated well within the thrash community. It helped solidify Nuclear Assault's status as a key player in the genre, despite declining mainstream interest in thrash during the early '90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Something Wicked sound like?
A relentless onslaught of thrash metal aggression fused with dark, dystopian themes and complex instrumentation. Rooted in thrash metal.
What makes Something Wicked by Nuclear Assault notable?
The album is notable for its critical reception, showcasing a mature sound that resonated well within the thrash community. It helped solidify Nuclear Assault's status as a key player in the genre, despite declining mainstream interest in thrash during the early '90s. Released in 1993, 'Something Wicked' was Nuclear Assault's fourth studio album, following their 1992 record 'Handle with Care'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating the evolving thrash metal landscape while maintaining their reputation for socially conscious lyrics and intricate musical compositions.
Who is Something Wicked for?
Something Wicked works well if you're into relentless aggression with resolution, dynamic progression through chaos and wave-like pacing for engagement.
How many songs are on Something Wicked?
Something Wicked has 11 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Something Wicked Standout 4:40
- 2 Another Violent End Standout 5:08
- 3 Behind Glass Walls 4:09
- 4 Chaos 3:56
- 5 The Forge 5:12
- 6 No Time 5:18
- 7 To Serve Man Standout 2:26
- 8 Madness Descends 4:30
- 9 Poetic Justice 2:47
- 10 Art 0:08
- 11 The Other End 0:38
Release Date
January 1, 1993
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
38 min 52 sec
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