Metal II

Metal · 2022 · 11 tracks · 58m

Metal II

A modern re-recording of Annihilator's thrash classics. Expect surgically precise riffs, relentless drums, and aggressive vocals, all delivered with high-octane energy.

February 18, 2022 · Soyuz Music

Annihilator's "Metal II" delivers a high-octane blast of technically precise thrash metal, re-energizing classic tracks with a modern sonic sheen. This album is a relentless assault of razor-sharp riffs, propulsive drumming, and aggressive vocals, designed to hit with surgical force. It embodies a controlled aggression, channeling intense energy into meticulously crafted metal compositions that demand attention and provide a powerful cathartic release.

Tracklist · 11 Tracks · 58m

01

Chasing the High

6:12

02

Downright Dominate

5:38

03

Army of One

6:00

04

Couple Suicide

3:56

05

Heavy Metal Maniac

3:58

06

Haunted

8:43

07

Romeo Delight

4:20

08

Detonation

3:38

09

Clown Parade

5:15

10

Smothered

5:20

11

Kicked

5:54

Moments Worth Listening For

The sudden, intricate guitar solo that erupts mid-track, showcasing incredible dexterity and speed.

The moment a complex, syncopated riff locks in with the double-bass drumming, creating an unstoppable rhythmic force.

The vocal delivery shifting from a melodic snarl to a full-throated, aggressive shout during a chorus.

The unexpected, brief instrumental breakdown that builds tension before exploding back into full-throttle thrash.

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