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Leave Scars

Dark Angel · 1989

50 min · 9 tracks · thrash metal

Aggressive riffs and thunderous drums propel a relentless exploration of darkness and despair in thrash metal form.

Leave Scars is an album by Dark Angel, released in 1989. Aggressive riffs and thunderous drums propel a relentless exploration of darkness and despair in thrash metal form. 'Leave Scars' is notable for its critical acclaim within the thrash metal genre, often cited as a high point of the band's career. It helped solidify Dark Angel’s place in the metal pantheon, influencing subsequent bands and contributing to the broader recognition of extreme metal during the late 80s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Leave Scars sound like?

Aggressive riffs and thunderous drums propel a relentless exploration of darkness and despair in thrash metal form. Rooted in thrash metal.

What makes Leave Scars by Dark Angel notable?

'Leave Scars' is notable for its critical acclaim within the thrash metal genre, often cited as a high point of the band's career. It helped solidify Dark Angel’s place in the metal pantheon, influencing subsequent bands and contributing to the broader recognition of extreme metal during the late 80s. By the time 'Leave Scars' was released in January 1989, Dark Angel had already established themselves as a prominent force in the thrash metal scene with their previous album, 'Darkness Descends'. This record was significant as it marked their third studio release, showcasing their evolution into more complex songwriting and ambitious lyrical themes, while still delivering the ferocity that fans expected.

How many songs are on Leave Scars?

Leave Scars has 9 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·50:10

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

  • 1 The Death of Innocence Standout 3:50
  • 2 Never to Rise Again 3:55
  • 3 No One Answers 7:50
  • 4 Cauterization Standout 7:20
  • 5 Immigrant Song 1:47
  • 6 Older Than Time Itself 7:00
  • 7 Worms 2:17
  • 8 The Promise of Agony Standout 8:26
  • 9 Leave Scars 7:41

Release Date

January 1, 1989

Genre

thrash metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

50 min 10 sec