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.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its role in shaping the crossover thrash genre, influencing countless bands that followed. Tracks like "Institutionalized" became anthems for youth disillusionment, gaining critical acclaim and contributing to the band's eventual mainstream success. Its unapologetic exploration of mental health and societal pressures resonated widely, leading to its cult status in the underground music scene.
- Best for
- short, punchy listening sessions high-energy bursts of emotion raw, intense lyrical themes
- 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
- Cro-Mags· Dirty Rotten Imbeciles· Gwar
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 Standout 1:51
- 4 Subliminal 3:09
- 5 Won’t Fall in Love Today 0:59
- 6 Institutionalized Standout 3:50
- 7 Memories of Tomorrow 0:59
- 8 Possessed 2:08
- 9 I Saw Your Mommy… 4:52
- 10 Fascist Pig Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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