Anthrax - Among The Living (1987) [Official Digital Download 24bit/192kHz]

"Among The Living" was the breakthrough album for Anthrax. Released in 1987, it was the band's third album and it catapulted Anthrax to widespread recognition. Building on an underground following with signature tracks such as "I Am The Law", "Caught In A Mosh and Indians", the album propelled the band from opening act status to arena headliner and earned Anthrax its first gold award. Drummer and principal songwriter Charlie Benante has referred to "Among the Living" as Anthrax's "signature album".

"This record was done at a time when life was moving so fast for us, and I think the music reflects that pace. Thrash metal is alive and well in Among The Living". – Charlie Benante

Generally considered the band's best album, Among the Living broadened the scope of Anthrax's subject matter with socially conscious lyrics addressing prejudice, violence, drug abuse ("Efilnikufesin [N.F.L.]," a rip on John Belushi), and the hollowness of the music business, as well as a politically correct ode to the "Indians." However, the band refuses to take itself too seriously, also recording tributes to Stephen King and Judge Dredd. Musically, the band delivers a powerful, aggressive roar driven by impossibly fast riffing and the changing tempos and collectively shouted vocals of hardcore, especially on the classic "Caught in a Mosh." The brutal rhythm guitar work of Scott Ian and the explosive drumming of Charlie Benante relentlessly push the songs along while still maintaining a solid groove, and more than make up for some lyrical awkwardness. Among the Living remains arguably Anthrax's foremost achievement.

Tracklist:

01 - Among The Living
02 - Caught In A Mosh
03 - I Am The Law
04 - Efilnikufesin (N.F.L.)
05 - A Skeleton In The Closet
06 - Indians
07 - One World
08 - Medley: A.D.I. / Horror Of It All
09 - Imitation Of Life

Produced by Eddie Kramer and Anthrax. Engineered by Chris Rutherford.
Recorded in 1986 at Quadradial Studios in Miami, Florida and Compass Point Studios in Nassau, Bahamas.
Digitally Remastered.

Musicians:
Joey Belladonna - lead vocals
Scott Ian - rhythm guitar, backing vocals
Dan Spitz - lead guitar, backing vocals
Frank Bello - bass, backing vocals
Charlie Benante - drums


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