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The Waste Lands

Venom · 1992

41 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal · speed metal

A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and dark themes, embodying the raw energy of early 90s metal.

The Waste Lands is an album by Venom, released in 1992. A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and dark themes, embodying the raw energy of early 90s metal. 'The Waste Lands' marked a significant turn for Venom as it showcased a blend of speed and thrash metal that influenced the burgeoning black metal scene. The album received mixed reviews but has been noted for its lyrical content and thematic depth, contributing to the band's legacy within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Waste Lands sound like?

A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and dark themes, embodying the raw energy of early 90s metal. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.

What makes The Waste Lands by Venom notable?

'The Waste Lands' marked a significant turn for Venom as it showcased a blend of speed and thrash metal that influenced the burgeoning black metal scene. The album received mixed reviews but has been noted for its lyrical content and thematic depth, contributing to the band's legacy within the genre. Released in 1992, 'The Waste Lands' was Venom's fifth studio album and followed their previous record, 'Prime Evil'. At this point in their career, they were navigating a changing heavy metal landscape, attempting to reinvent themselves amidst the rise of grunge and alternative rock.

How many songs are on The Waste Lands?

The Waste Lands has 10 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·41:44

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

  • 1 Cursed Standout 7:38
  • 2 I'm Paralysed 2:32
  • 3 Black Legions 3:44
  • 4 Riddle of Steel 2:48
  • 5 Need to Kill Standout 5:12
  • 6 Kissing the Beast 3:23
  • 7 Crucified 3:32
  • 8 Shadow King Standout 3:52
  • 9 Wolverine 4:09
  • 10 Clarisse 4:49

Release Date

January 1, 1992

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

41 min 44 sec