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The Antichrist

Destruction · 2001

47 min · 13 tracks · thrash metal

Razor-sharp riffs and aggressive rhythms collide in a relentless thrash metal onslaught.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • relentless energy for workouts
  • aggressive rhythms for headbanging
  • steady pacing for adrenaline rush
  • short bursts of intensity
  • full-volume release in crowds

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking calm and mellow sounds
  • prefer lengthy, atmospheric pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, 'The Antichrist' marked Destruction's return to form after a brief hiatus, following the experimental phase of the late '90s. It was their first studio album since reforming in 1999 and showcased a renewed commitment to their thrash metal roots, solidifying their place in the genre's resurgence at the turn of the millennium.
Stylistic neighbors
Kreator· Sodom· Exodus

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Days of Confusion 0:48
  • 2 Thrash ’Til Death 4:23
  • 3 Nailed to the Cross 3:46
  • 4 Dictators of Cruelty 4:31
  • 5 Bullets From Hell 5:06
  • 6 Strangulated Pride 3:27
  • 7 Meet Your Destiny 4:02
  • 8 Creations of the Underworld 3:54
  • 9 Godfather of Slander 4:09
  • 10 Let Your Mind Rot 4:15
  • 11 The Heretic 3:41
  • 65 [silence] 0:10
  • 66 Curse the Gods 2001 5:26

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