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[For Beginners] Start Here! A Collection of Classic Thrash Metal Songs

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

In the 1980s, a music genre called “thrash metal,” which emerged primarily in the United States, made a powerful impact on the music scene by fusing the speed of punk and hardcore with aggressive heavy metal.

Over time, various styles of thrash metal have appeared—from those showcasing intricate technical prowess to those incorporating melodic elements—making it a genre with a surprisingly diverse musical palette.

In this article, we’ll introduce some quintessential tracks that define thrash metal.

It’s a lineup of masterpieces we highly recommend to anyone looking to step into the world of thrash metal.

[For Beginners] Start Here! A Collection of Thrash Metal Masterpieces (31–40)

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MELT4 – Sign (Official Music Video)

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If you’re a festival fan, you might already know them—let me introduce MELT4.

They’re a band that plays an especially intense subgenre of heavy metal: thrash metal.

They’re active internationally, having performed not only at Japan’s FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL but also at ROCK IMPERIUM in the UK.

To get into what makes them great, I recommend their first album, “Four.” You’ll be able to feel the many facets of the band’s appeal.

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In conclusion

Thrash metal is a genre characterized by technical, aggressive musicianship and fast-paced riff work.

The classic songs and albums are packed with the players’ passion and skill.

The thrash metal recommendations introduced here are all works that let you fully savor the genre’s appeal.

Why not take this opportunity to dive into the world of intense, scorching sound?