Atrophy - Violent By Nature (1990)

I was a big fan of Atrophy while they lasted, two solid records bursting with rampant thrash. Love the album covers too. Can't deny the Slayerism's of the oddly named 'Puppies & Friends' but don't let the title put you off, this is razor sharp speed metal with nods to Exodus, and 'Right To Die' has some incredible guitar and bass work, Zimmerman's vocals a strong rasp giving the record a thick layer of aggression. This is what the late '80s and early '90s thrash scene was all about, some cracking melodies on offer ('Too Late To Change'), stunning mid tempo passages but mostly some staggering speed. Atrophy were a cracking band. 7.5/10