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The Law

Exhorder · 1992

38 min · 9 tracks · thrash metal · groove metal

A relentless fusion of thrash and groove metal, marked by aggressive riffs and raw, passionate vocals.

The Law is an album by Exhorder, released in 1992. A relentless fusion of thrash and groove metal, marked by aggressive riffs and raw, passionate vocals. 'The Law' is significant for its critical reception, often regarded as a cornerstone of groove metal. The album’s blend of thrash speed and Southern rock elements garnered praise from metal critics, helping to shape the sound of the genre in the early '90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Law sound like?

A relentless fusion of thrash and groove metal, marked by aggressive riffs and raw, passionate vocals. Rooted in thrash metal and groove metal.

What makes The Law by Exhorder notable?

'The Law' is significant for its critical reception, often regarded as a cornerstone of groove metal. The album’s blend of thrash speed and Southern rock elements garnered praise from metal critics, helping to shape the sound of the genre in the early '90s. Released in early 1992, 'The Law' was Exhorder's second album, following their influential debut 'Slaughter in the Vatican' from 1990. At this point, the band was solidifying their place in the metal scene, known for pioneering the groove metal subgenre that would influence later acts like Pantera.

How many songs are on The Law?

The Law has 9 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·38:45

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

  • 1 Soul Search Me Standout 4:50
  • 2 Unforgiven Standout 3:53
  • 3 I Am the Cross Standout 4:32
  • 4 Un‐Born Again 2:49
  • 5 Into the Void 6:06
  • 6 The Truth 3:25
  • 7 The Law 4:48
  • 8 Incontinence 3:45
  • 9 (Cadence of) The Dirge 4:32

Release Date

January 1, 1992

Genre

groove metal, thrash metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

38 min 45 sec