26. Demolition Hammer - Epidemic of Violence [1992]



Absolutely ferocious NY thrash metal with remarkable control and precision, like a jackhammer to the ear drums or a rabid dog attack. Epidemic of Violence saw the band move forward with greater focus and more balanced production. Although quite similar in style to their debut Torture Existence, also a classic, EOV really jacks the intensity up a full notch. Disgustingly feral vocals, interesting and uniquely descriptive lyrics (see Pyroclastic Annihilation), immensely heavy instrumentation backed by tight balanced production, and some of the cleanest and most precise percussion I've ever heard at this tempo. The songs are aggressive, merciless, and often quite catchy.

Originally Posted by Frownland ^I was just poking some fun mate. If you like the new Pallbearer record, you ought to check out Dirge's Hyperion. Their vocals are a bit different but musically they're very similar.

Originally Posted by Bobbycob There's 3 reason why the Rolling Stones are better. I'm going to list them here. 1. Jimi Hendrix from Rolling Stones was a better guitarist then Jimmy Page 2. The bassist from Rolling Stones isn't dead 3. Rolling Stobes wrote Stairway to Heaven and The Ocean so we all know they are superior here.