Crossing a brutal hardcore with post-apocalyptic style of thrash, Carnivore, fronted by the enigmatic, and late Pete Steele, were a force to be reckoned with for their two album career. This debut, and follow up 'Retaliation' are cult classics within the field, displaying a depressive, nihilistic edge and courting controversy. 'Predator', ' Carnivore', 'Legion Of Doom', 'God Is Dead'...all relatively heavy, political and melancholic in their approach over the typically '80s thrashy riffs and crashing drums. Excellent stuff for its time, the sinister sludge of 'Armageddon' and the clattering 'World Wars III and IV' displaying Steele's darkest desires, fears, and revelations which would flower in later years.
Carnivore were very much of their time, and underrated amidst a flourishing crossover scene. Worth checking out if you like your music of voice and venom.
7/10
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