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Survive

Nuclear Assault · 1988

31 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal

A relentless onslaught of aggressive riffs and socially conscious lyrics, encapsulating the raw energy of late '80s thrash metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of aggressive energy
  • socially charged lyrical themes
  • intense anthems for empowerment
  • fast-paced tracks for motivation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, meditative pieces
  • seek mellow, relaxing sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, 'Survive' was Nuclear Assault's third studio album, following their notable breakthrough with 'Handle With Care' in 1989. At this point, the band had solidified their place within the thrash metal scene, building on a growing reputation for tackling social issues through their music.
Stylistic neighbors
Anthrax· Megadeth· Slayer

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Rise From the Ashes 3:07
  • 2 Brainwashed 2:41
  • 3 F# 2:28
  • 4 Survive 2:59
  • 5 Fight to Be Free 4:26
  • 6 Got Another Quarter 0:20
  • 7 Great Depression 3:32
  • 8 Wired 3:05
  • 9 Equal Rights 2:57
  • 10 PSA 0:10
  • 11 Technology 3:14
  • 12 Good Times Bad Times 2:15

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata