Only The Strong Survive 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2003 I don't know... I was like two when all this stuff was going on, but I want to know what any fans of the bands think.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Hot Thumbtack In The Eye 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2003 Slayer. They defined an entire genre of music, Have longevity and consistency that the others can't match, and a much wider scope of influence. Metallica is one of my all time favorites(sue me) because they were the first metal band I ever heard. I loved all of their stuff, now I'm so bitter about them(although they did become a pretty good hard rock band for a while there) that I can't give them the vote. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Baron 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2003 Megadeth Most underlooked band in thrash metal history IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DARRYLXWF 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2003 ^ What he said As with most people, I pick a specific type of music to listen to depending on the mood I'm in, and with Megadeth, their songs can cater to almost any mood with their collection. For me personally, neither Slayer nor Anthrax can do this, and Metallica's music is generally at a lower standard to Megadeth (though with notable flashes of brilliance). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest BAR Report post Posted August 10, 2003 1. Metallica 2. Slayer 3. Megadeth 4. Anthrax Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
razazteca 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2003 I like Anthrax because of the 2 rap songs they did. I'm the Man and Bring the Noise. Just curious but should'nt Sepultura be on the list also? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Baron 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2003 no. simply put that sepultura wasn't involved since 1980. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
caboose 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2003 Metallica. They make me rock like the others wish they could. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Corey_Lazarus 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2003 1. Slayer 2. Metallica 3. Megadeth 4. Exodus 5. Anthrax (never really got into Anthrax too much) Slayer is the best pure thrash band out of all of them, because they were also the ONLY pure thrash band out of all of them. Metallica and Megadeth recorded ballad-like slower songs based on technical precision, and Anthrax goofed around with rap. Slayer, in the overall scheme of things, stayed better over time. God Hates Us All is better than any new material any of the other member of the "Big 4" have released recently, and even though Diabolous In Musica is NOT a Slayer album, it's still somewhat enjoyable. Risk...Re-Load...St. Anger...no. Dave Mustaine got off the heroin and alcohol and became bored with his music, almost (and thus we got Risk). Metallica has been gone into plenty of times, so I won't even start there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nevermortal 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2003 1. Slayer 2. Metallica 3. Anthrax 4. Megadeth I'd put Metallica first but look what they've become. Slayer wins by staying true to their roots (for the most part). Anthrax is number three, but I haven't liked their stuff with Bush for the most part. I'm a Turbin/Belladonna fan. I never listened to Megadeth much. I hate Mustaine's voice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NoCalMike 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2003 If we are assuming this is only regarding the 80's then...... Slayer Megadeth Metallica Anthrax Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
razazteca 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2003 Metallica and Megadeth recorded ballad-like slower songs based on technical precision, and Anthrax goofed around with rap I was listening to the best of albums that Anthrax has done, Attack of Killer A's and Attack of Killer B's and can see that your right about Anthrax. They did experiment with different styles. From the I'm the Man with the band wanted to be like the Beastie Boys to the Rap/Rock of Bring the Noise with Public Enemy. There is also this crazy country type song on the Killer A's album that is good for laughs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Shaved Bear Report post Posted August 11, 2003 Metallica is my favorite of those bands, but Slayer is the best Thrash band there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Choken One Report post Posted August 11, 2003 I personally have to go with Metallica. Slayer may be the "Metal" gods after Sabbath but I liked how Metallica was more diverse then Slayer. That's not neccesaryly a slam AGAINST Slayer...it just that Metallica although it might not always work with the metal freaks...attempt to diversify the music.. I like that because the same old song and dance will irritate me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steviekick 0 Report post Posted August 11, 2003 It was kinda hard because I haven't listened to any of them in some time. I wound up in the end going with Anthrax because of the following reasons to discount the others: 1...Metallica started very good, but has turned to shit. 2...Megadeth has Dave Mustaine and that's all I'd like to say about that. 3...Slayer to me really hasn't evolved much and kinda become a parody of itself and the genre. I know I'm going to get flamed for this, but to me everything they've done sounds the same, and that people think they're all metal just because they know about Slayer. That left me with Anthrax. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Corey_Lazarus 0 Report post Posted August 11, 2003 Yes, because "Disicple" sounds exactly like "Raining Blood," and we can't forget the amazing similarities between "Seasons In The Abyss" and "Hell Awaits"... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Baron 0 Report post Posted August 11, 2003 God Hates Us All better than The World Needs A Hero... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steviekick 0 Report post Posted August 11, 2003 Yes, because "Disicple" sounds exactly like "Raining Blood," and we can't forget the amazing similarities between "Seasons In The Abyss" and "Hell Awaits"... I guess. I've just never been able to get into Slayer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Henry Spencer 0 Report post Posted August 11, 2003 Slayer and Anthrax are the only two of those bands that I consider myself a big fan of. Metallica and Megadeth are iffy. So, yeah, Slayer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Baron 0 Report post Posted August 11, 2003 Slayer while produce some great CD's, has produce some iffy ones as well, and me playing Devil's Advocate...Reign In Blood is a real...well...crap fest... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Vitamin X Report post Posted August 11, 2003 Slayer while produce some great CD's, has produce some iffy ones as well, and me playing Devil's Advocate...Reign In Blood is a real...well...crap fest... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Baron 0 Report post Posted August 11, 2003 Its got its moments, but it is no where near there better albums such as Show No Mercy, South Of Heaven or Seasons of the Abyss... Plus King sucks shit live...Hannenmen played most of the solo's which King couldn't perform... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adam 0 Report post Posted August 11, 2003 I went with Metallica, never got into the others much. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Agent of Oblivion Report post Posted August 11, 2003 Its got its moments, but it is no where near there better albums such as Show No Mercy, South Of Heaven or Seasons of the Abyss... Plus King sucks shit live...Hannenmen played most of the solo's which King couldn't perform... On the first point, you're absolutely right. I'd put all three of those albums over the other. On the second point..umm.. YOU suck shit live. Maybe I caught them on an exceptional evening, but the entire band was ON. King included. Ripping through "Captor of Sin," shredding everyone's balls off..it was great. It's been a few years since I've seen them though. Although the laws of aging and time sadly do apply to Slayer, and even Kerry fuckin' King can get arthritis, thus hurting tours somewhat, their studio material is still top-rate. Diabolus in Musica wasn't too good, but hey..evolving one's sound, huh? On God Hates us All they got it right, and released an album that whips ass from start to finish, but is different than their early thrashings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haVoc 0 Report post Posted August 11, 2003 I never really thought of Metallica as "thrash" except for Kill Em' All. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Henry Spencer 0 Report post Posted August 11, 2003 I absolutely hate Show No Mercy. The guitars are incredibly tiny sounding, and the lyrics and vocals are hilariously goofy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Agent of Oblivion Report post Posted August 11, 2003 Whaaaaat? Blasphemer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Corey_Lazarus 0 Report post Posted August 11, 2003 Considering they were wearing spandex for Show No Mercy... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Ray Report post Posted August 12, 2003 Slayer's a bit too heavy for me. Metallica is much easier to listen to. Megadeth coming in a close second. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Dmann2000 Report post Posted August 12, 2003 I too never dug Slayer that much... Anthrax I only have one album, but it's a killer...Sounds of White Noise Megadeth, I'm digging Rust in Peace, but I don't listen to them as much. So yes, I'm in with Metallica because...Damnitt I'm actually digging St Anger now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
