The Crucified
The Crucified · 1989
41 min · 14 tracks · crossover thrash
A fierce blend of thrash and hardcore, merging aggressive riffs with sharp social commentary and a raw, unfiltered vocal delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Pit — Opening with relentless energy, this track sets the tone for the album's aggressive sound while addressing themes of despair and struggle.
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Diehard — A standout track that encapsulates the band's thrash roots while delivering a powerful message about resilience and commitment to one's beliefs.
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A Guy in a Suit and the Pope — This song critiques institutional religion with biting lyrics and a frenetic pace, showcasing the band's ability to merge aggression with pointed social commentary.
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Back to the Cross — Blending melodic elements with heavy instrumentation, this track reflects on faith and redemption, illustrating the band's unique approach to spiritual themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive thrash with social commentary, establishing a strong presence in its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features fast-paced tracks with aggressive riffs and shouted vocals, while the second half introduces slower tempos and more melodic elements.
- Many songs incorporate abrupt tempo changes, shifting from intense thrash sections to breakdowns that emphasize rhythm.
- Lyrically, the album addresses themes of faith and social issues, often using direct and confrontational language.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Pit 3:11
- 2 Diehard 2:59
- 3 Your Image 1:30
- 4 Getting a Grip on Things 3:20
- 5 Hellcorn 3:13
- 6 Rise 3:52
- 7 One Demon to Another 3:08
- 8 Unity 3:26
- 9 A Guy in a Suit and the Pope 1:43
- 10 Back to the Cross 3:38
- 11 Confidence 2:36
- 12 The Insult Circus 2:43
- 13 Thread 2:30
- 14 Crucial Moment 3:25
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