Destruction - Infernal Overkill (1985)^{Release ID: 3005}

I know there are a lot of fans of this album, but I find it less than convincing. At times it is messy to say the least, but the main issue I have with it is the total lack of urgency and aggression that normally comes with great thrash metal. When they get it right, it's affective enough, with The Ritual and Bestial Invasion being the highlights for me. But too many times I find myself just losing interest as the album passes by harmlessly, only catching my attention when another clunky solo draws my awareness back in the worst way possible.

There are some decent riffs here and there, but overall this album is overrated.