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Suicidal Tendencies

Suicidal Tendencies · 1983

35 min · 15 tracks · hardcore punk · thrash metal · crossover thrash

A chaotic fusion of hardcore punk and thrash metal that confronts societal issues with raw intensity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, punchy listening sessions
  • high-energy bursts of emotion
  • raw, intense lyrical themes
  • immediate hooks and energy

Where this album fits

Career context
Suicidal Tendencies' self-titled debut album released in 1983 marked the band's emergence in the crossover thrash scene. At this point, they had built a local following in Los Angeles but were yet to achieve broader recognition. This album laid the groundwork for their future success and showcased their unique blend of punk energy and metal sophistication.
Stylistic neighbors
Municipal Waste· Anthrax· Sick of It All

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Suicide’s an Alternative / You’ll Be Sorry 2:45
  • 2 Two-Sided Politics 1:03
  • 3 I Shot the Devil 1:51
  • 4 Subliminal 3:09
  • 5 Won’t Fall in Love Today 0:59
  • 6 Institutionalized 3:50
  • 7 Memories of Tomorrow 0:59
  • 8 Possessed 2:08
  • 9 I Saw Your Mommy… 4:52
  • 10 Fascist Pig 1:17
  • 11 I Want More 2:28
  • 12 Suicidal Failure 2:54
  • 13 Possessed to Skate 2:30
  • 14 Human Guinea Pig 2:04
  • 15 Two Wrongs Don’t Make a Right (But They Make Me Feel a Lot Better) 2:47

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