The Art of Partying
Municipal Waste · 2007
35 min · 17 tracks · thrash metal · crossover thrash
A relentless barrage of thrashing riffs and party-centric anthems that perfectly capture youthful exuberance.
Why this album works
The album received significant acclaim within the metal community, landing on various year-end lists and helping Municipal Waste gain a larger audience. Its cultural impact is reflected in its frequent inclusion in discussions about the revival of thrash metal in the mid-2000s, influencing many younger bands in the genre.
- Career context
- Released in 2007, 'The Art of Partying' was Municipal Waste's third studio album, following their widely acclaimed release 'Waste 'Em All' in 2005. This album solidified their place in the crossover thrash scene, showcasing their signature blend of humor and aggressive musicianship at a time when the genre was experiencing a resurgence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dirty Rotten Imbeciles· Suicidal Tendencies· Tom Morello
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pre-Game 0:39
- 2 The Art of Partying Standout 2:03
- 3 Headbanger Face Rip Standout 1:51
- 4 Mental Shock 1:48
- 5 A.D.D. (Attention Deficit Destroyer) 2:12
- 6 The Inebriator 2:07
- 7 Lunch Hall Food Brawl 1:58
- 8 Beer Pressure Standout 2:37
- 9 Chemically Altered 2:21
- 10 Sadistic Magician 2:09
- 11 Open Your Mind 1:54
- 12 Radioactive Force 2:27
- 13 Septic Detonation 1:20
- 14 Rigorous Vengeance 2:12
- 15 Born to Party 4:20
- 16 Thrashing's My Business... And Business Is Good 0:49
- 17 I Just Wanna Rock 2:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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