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| Details / Tracklist: |
1. M.A.D.
2. LITTLE WORLD
3. SUDDEN DEATH
4. LOWLIFE
5. RAGE TO KILL
6. REST IN PAIN
7. NUCLEAR FUTURE
8. STATE CONTROL
9. HYPOCRITE
10. WAR TO THE KNIFE
11. NATION OF HATE
12. BLACK AND WHITE
13. REICH OF TORTURE
14. CONVICTED |
 | | Description: | Fused in crossover music that bears its dominance through a collection of punk and prescient metal riffs, Cryptic Slaughter (along with D.R.I., C.O.C. and the contributions of punkers like Discharge and The Exploited) built up the genre of thrash music from haphazard crossover to a science of more terrifying, instantaneous music. Deluxe, remastered reissue includes their Life in Grave demo from '85 and a live songs from '88 in Houston. Black Ice with Red, White, and Cyan Blue Splatter
- RED WHITE CYAN BLUE© 1986, 2014 Cryptic Slaughter under license to Relapse Records.
Cat.number RR6546 on spine, cat.number RR51961 on hype sticker.
Hype sticker says: Black Ice with Splatter Edition - Limited to 1000 Copies
Relapse website Info says: 1003 x Black Ice with Red, White, and Cyan Blue Splatter Standard GramThis LP edition of "Convicted (Black Ice with Red, White, and Cyan Blu)" by Cryptic Slaughter on Relapse Records presents a furious blast of classic crossover thrash, refreshed in a striking collector's design. Cut on high-quality vinyl and pressed in a black-ice base shot through with red, white, and cyan tones, this record visually mirrors the chaos, speed, and intensity captured in the grooves. The sound focuses on raw, fast riffing, hardcore punk urgency, and relentless drumming, ideal for listeners who appreciate the unpolished aggression of 1980s underground extremity. The packaging (depending on the exact edition) typically emphasizes artwork that channels the political anger, social frustration, and DIY spirit that defined this era of crossover thrash. It is a format made for turning up loud: the LP invites you to experience the tracks as a continuous onslaught, with the physical ritual of dropping the needle underlining the album's confrontational character. Collectors of extreme music and fans of historical thrash and hardcore will find this edition especially appealing, both as an object and as a preserved document of an uncompromising sound.
Cryptic Slaughter are regarded as one of the most influential early crossover thrash bands, fusing the speed and aggression of hardcore punk with the ferocity and riff-oriented attack of thrash metal. Emerging from the 1980s U.S. underground, they helped define a style characterized by extremely fast tempos, politically and socially charged lyrics, and a raw, almost live-sounding production. Their recordings became touchstones for later generations of grindcore, crust, and extreme thrash bands, and their name is often cited when tracing the evolution from hardcore and thrash into even more extreme territories. Known for their manic energy and unapologetic approach, Cryptic Slaughter hold a cult status among collectors and connoisseurs of extreme music. With each reissue and special pressing, their work continues to reach new listeners and reaffirm its relevance within the history of aggressive music.
Relapse Records, the label behind this edition, is one of the most respected independent institutions in extreme music. Since the early 1990s, Relapse has built a reputation for championing pioneering and boundary-pushing artists in metal, grindcore, sludge, noise, and related styles, frequently reissuing foundational classics alongside new discoveries. The label is known for its high production standards, audiophile-minded vinyl pressings, and carefully curated artwork and packaging, making their releases favorites among serious collectors. Over the decades, Relapse has become synonymous with quality and authenticity in underground and experimental heavy music, supporting a wide roster of influential acts while preserving significant works from earlier scenes through thoughtful, well-executed reissues. This LP fits squarely within that tradition, combining historical importance with a visually compelling, collector-friendly presentation. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
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