Suicidal Tendencies
Suicidal Tendencies · 1983
35 min · 15 tracks · hardcore punk
A ferocious blend of hardcore punk and thrash metal that captures youthful disillusionment with raw energy and biting lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Institutionalized Start here — This track stands out with its unique storytelling format, presenting a raw depiction of teenage angst and mental health struggles that resonated deeply with listeners.
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Two-Sided Politics — In just over a minute, this song encapsulates the band's critique of societal hypocrisy, showcasing their ability to deliver potent messages succinctly.
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I Shot the Devil — With its aggressive tempo and provocative title, this track explores themes of rebellion and defiance, reflecting the band's fearless approach to songwriting.
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Fascist Pig — This song's sharp political commentary against authority figures highlights the band's commitment to addressing social issues through their music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's raw energy and thematic focus on disillusionment define its impact within hardcore punk and thrash.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that immediately establishes its aggressive tone, maintaining high energy through the first half.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo shifts, such as 'Institutionalized', which contrasts frenetic sections with slower, introspective moments.
- The lyrics throughout address themes of frustration and disillusionment, often delivered in a shouted vocal style that enhances their urgency.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
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
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established the band's reputation in the crossover thrash scene.
- Themes
- institutional critique· political rebellion
- Career context
- This self-titled debut album from Suicidal Tendencies arrived at a pivotal moment in their early career, establishing them as a significant force in the crossover thrash scene. Released in January 1983, it followed several live performances that had already garnered a dedicated underground following, positioning the band for greater visibility in the heavy music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Municipal Waste· Anthrax· Sick of It All
Tracklist
- 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 Start here 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
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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