In this video, I will delve into Suicidal Angel’s latest album, "Profane Prayer," released on March 1st, 2024, via Nuclear Blast records. With nine tracks spanning 48 minutes, this offering from the Athens-based thrash metal outfit promises a deep dive into their signature sound.

Kicking off with "When the Lions Die," the album immediately establishes itself as melodic thrash metal akin to Kreator and Amon Amarth, featuring dynamic shifts and mosh-worthy breaks. "Crypts of Madness" follows suit, blending aggression with Slayer-esque tempo changes, while "Purified by Fire" delivers relentless thrash intensity tempered by melodic interludes.

"Deathstalker," featuring guest musicians, stands out with its harmonized leads and mid-paced structure, incorporating clean vocals for added depth. The title track, "Profane Prayer," returns to straightforward thrash metal, showcasing the band's adeptness at crafting fast-paced, aggressive compositions.

"The Return of the Reaper" and "Guard of the Insane" maintain the album's momentum with catchy hooks and relentless energy, while "Virtues Of Destruction" offers a short, explosive burst of thrash intensity reminiscent of early Sepultura.

The album's culmination, "The Fire Paths of Fate," diverges from the established formula, featuring dissonant passages, Middle Eastern influences, and a sprawling runtime. Despite its departure from conventional thrash, it delivers a captivating blend of atmosphere and aggression.

In conclusion, "Profane Prayer" emerges as a strong contender for the title of the best thrash metal album of 2024. While other releases may offer more extreme experiences, The Angels' balance of melody, tempo changes, and accessibility make this album a standout.

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JC Rock and Metal Reviews is a music channel. I mostly do album reviews and album rankings, but I also occasionally do videos where I show vinyl records, as well as CDs. My main genres are Heavy Metal, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Progressive Rock, Thrash Metal, Death Metal, Progressive Metal, Hair Metal and sometimes I think out of the box with some pop, soft rock and country.
My favorite bands are Metallica, Megadeth, Iron Maiden, Kiss, Led Zeppelin, The Doors, The Beatles, Pink Floyd and of course, Alice Cooper.

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