Violence & Force

Exciter · 1984

37 min · 9 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal · speed metal

Blistering guitar riffs collide with aggressive vocals in a relentless barrage of speed metal fury.

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Violence & Force is an album by Exciter, released in 1984. Blistering guitar riffs collide with aggressive vocals in a relentless barrage of speed metal fury. 'Violence & Force' is notable for its role in shaping the Canadian heavy metal scene and influencing subsequent thrash bands. It received positive reviews upon release, contributing to Exciter's legacy as one of the first speed metal acts, and has since been cited as an influence by many later artists in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does Violence & Force sound like?

Blistering guitar riffs collide with aggressive vocals in a relentless barrage of speed metal fury. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.

What makes Violence & Force by Exciter notable?

'Violence & Force' is notable for its role in shaping the Canadian heavy metal scene and influencing subsequent thrash bands. It received positive reviews upon release, contributing to Exciter's legacy as one of the first speed metal acts, and has since been cited as an influence by many later artists in the genre. By the time 'Violence & Force' was released in January 1984, Exciter had already established themselves as pioneers in the speed and thrash metal genres with their previous album 'Heavy Metal Maniac' from 1983. This follow-up album solidified their reputation and showcased a more refined sound while maintaining their raw energy.

How many songs are on Violence & Force?

Violence & Force has 9 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.