Independent
Sacred Reich · 1993
47 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal
Raw thrash metal energy fused with socially conscious lyrics and melodic undertones creates a compelling sonic experience.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions steady, consistent energy levels
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Independent' was Sacred Reich's fourth studio album and marked their entry into a more politically charged lyrical phase. Following the critical success of 'The American Way,' this album reflects the band's evolution amidst shifting dynamics in the thrash metal genre during the early '90s.
- If you like
- thrash metal
Independent is an album by Sacred Reich, released in 1993. Raw thrash metal energy fused with socially conscious lyrics and melodic undertones creates a compelling sonic experience. 'Independent' is significant for its critique of societal norms and has been hailed for its strong political themes. The album solidified Sacred Reich's place within the thrash metal scene, debuting at number 16 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, illustrating their growing influence. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Independent sound like?
Raw thrash metal energy fused with socially conscious lyrics and melodic undertones creates a compelling sonic experience. Rooted in thrash metal.
What makes Independent by Sacred Reich notable?
'Independent' is significant for its critique of societal norms and has been hailed for its strong political themes. The album solidified Sacred Reich's place within the thrash metal scene, debuting at number 16 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, illustrating their growing influence. Released in 1993, 'Independent' was Sacred Reich's fourth studio album and marked their entry into a more politically charged lyrical phase. Following the critical success of 'The American Way,' this album reflects the band's evolution amidst shifting dynamics in the thrash metal genre during the early '90s.
Who is Independent for?
Independent works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and steady, consistent energy levels.
How many songs are on Independent?
Independent has 11 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Independent Standout 3:37
- 2 Free 4:33
- 3 Just Like That Standout 5:43
- 4 Supremacy 2:38
- 5 If Only 3:45
- 6 Crawling Standout 6:28
- 7 Pressure 2:46
- 8 Product 3:46
- 9 I Never Said Goodbye 7:40
- 10 Open Book 4:21
- 11 Do It 2:25
Release Date
January 1, 1993
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
47 min 47 sec
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