The best Anvil albums
20 records, ordered by how much they reward a first listen — not by chart position.
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Metal on Metal
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1
Metal on Metal
1982
Fierce riffs and relentless drumming create an adrenaline-fueled soundtrack to the raw energy of early '80s heavy metal.
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Backwaxed
1985
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and gritty vocals, embodying the raw energy of 80s metal culture.
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3
Pound for Pound
1988
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and raw vocals echo the band's unyielding spirit against the backdrop of late '80s metal.
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Legal at Last
2020
A raucous blend of classic heavy metal riffs and unapologetic lyrics that celebrate freedom and resilience.
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Plenty of Power
2001
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and anthemic choruses that epitomize classic metal's raw energy.
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Strength of Steel
1987
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and high-pitched vocals that embody the spirit of classic metal with a raw edge.
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7
This Is Thirteen
2007
A raw, unfiltered return to form that fuses classic heavy metal riffs with a defiant, rebellious spirit.
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Hard 'n' Heavy
1981
Raw riffs and energetic rhythms collide, capturing the unrefined spirit of early 80s heavy metal with a playful edge.
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Back to Basics
2004
Raw, unrefined heavy metal riffs power through anthemic choruses and gritty vocals, capturing the spirit of classic metal.
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Plugged in Permanent
1996
Raw riffs and thunderous drums intertwine with provocative lyrics, embodying the unfiltered spirit of heavy metal's underground scene.
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Pounding the Pavement
2018
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and raw vocals that embodies the spirit of classic metal with a modern edge.
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12
Juggernaut of Justice
2011
A relentless barrage of classic heavy metal riffs and energetic anthems that echo Anvil's roots while pushing forward.
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Absolutely No Alternative
1996
A raw, unfiltered blend of heavy metal riffs and irreverent lyrics that captures the essence of 90s underground rock culture.
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14
Worth the Weight
1992
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and aggressive rhythms layered with vivid lyrical imagery and raw emotional intensity.
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Speed of Sound
1999
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and anthemic choruses echoing the spirit of classic metal with a fresh late '90s edge.
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Monument of Metal
2011
A relentless barrage of riffs and thunderous drums, embodying the raw energy of classic heavy metal.
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17
Past and Present – Live in Concert
1989
Raw live energy collides with heavy riffs and anthemic choruses, capturing the spirit of late '80s heavy metal.
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18
Anthology
2000
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and anthemic choruses, capturing the raw spirit of classic metal with infectious energy.
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Still Going Strong
2002
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and anthemic choruses that echo the enduring spirit of classic metal.
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Anvil Is Anvil
2016
A fierce blend of classic heavy metal riffs and raw, energetic vocals that encapsulate Anvil's enduring spirit.