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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • relentless aggression with resolution
  • dynamic progression through chaos
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • dark themes for intense focus

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lighthearted listening experiences
  • seek immediate gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors
Anthrax· Megadeth· Slayer

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Something Wicked 4:40
  • 2 Another Violent End 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 2:26
  • 8 Madness Descends 4:30
  • 9 Poetic Justice 2:47
  • 10 Art 0:08
  • 11 The Other End 0:38

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata