Origins of Aggression
| Origins of Aggression | ||||
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| Studio album by | ||||
| Released | 23 May 2025 | |||
| Recorded | 2022–2024 | |||
| Studio | Hansen Studios, Ribe, Denmark | |||
| Genre | Thrash metal[1] | |||
| Length | 85:00 | |||
| Label | Reigning Phoenix | |||
| Onslaught chronology | ||||
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| Singles from Origins of Aggression | ||||
| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| All About the Rock | 1/10[3] |
| Blabbermouth.net | 8/10[4] |
| Ghost Cult Magazine | 8/10[5] |
| KNAC | 3.5/5[6] |
Origins of Aggression is the eighth studio album by British thrash metal band Onslaught, released on 23 May 2025.[7] It is their first studio album to be released via Reigning Phoenix Music.[8] Origins of Aggression is a double album to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their 1985 debut Power from Hell,[9] with the first disc consisting of re-recordings of tracks from the band's 1980s releases, and the second disc consisting of covers of songs by punk and metal bands that influenced Onslaught in their earlier years.[10]
Background
[edit]Origins of Aggression is the band's first album in five years, since 2020's Generation Antichrist. Part of the reason was founding guitarist Nige Rockett's battle with cancer, from which he was later declared in remission after two spinal operations.[11] The cancer and surgeries caused him to lose the use of his arms "for maybe six to nine months."[12]
Reception
[edit]Origins of Aggression has mostly received positive reviews from critics. At Metal Talk, Paul Hutchings has stated despite the album being "a mixed bag", "there is a better, crisper production, and singer Dave Garnett certainly has the chops to follow the likes of Paul Mahoney, Sy Keeler and Steve Grimmett (RIP). The intensity has also been ramped up slightly, if that is possible, as has the tempo."[13]
Rick of The Moshville Times praised the album and concluded, "Throughout the collection, there are elements of quintessential Onslaught, and it refreshingly feels like a project crafted with genuine effort and passion, rather than something lazily thrown together for the sake of nostalgia. The combination overall makes for a fast-paced and thoroughly enjoyable listen."[14]
Track listing
[edit]| No. | Title | Original album (year) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Thermonuclear Devastation of the Planet Earth" | Power from Hell (1985) | 1:54 |
| 2. | "Black Horse of Famine" | demos (1983-1984) | 1:27 |
| 3. | "Angels of Death" | Power from Hell (1985) | 2:38 |
| 4. | "Power from Hell" | Power from Hell (1985) | 4:50 |
| 5. | "Metal Forces" | The Force (1986) | 5:19 |
| 6. | "Let There Be Death" | The Force (1986) | 5:36 |
| 7. | "Fight with the Beast" | The Force (1986) | 5:24 |
| 8. | "Thrash Till the Death" | The Force (1986) | 4:27 |
| 9. | "In Search of Sanity" | In Search of Sanity (1989) | 6:48 |
| 10. | "Shellshock" | In Search of Sanity (1989) | 6:33 |
| Total length: | 44:56 | ||
| No. | Title | Original artist (year) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Iron Fist" | Motörhead (1982) | 2:42 |
| 2. | "Holiday in Cambodia" | Dead Kennedys (1980) | 3:47 |
| 3. | "A Look at Tomorrow" | Discharge (1981) | 1:54 |
| 4. | "U.K. 82" | The Exploited (1982) | 2:54 |
| 5. | "Freewheel Burning" | Judas Priest (1984) | 4:28 |
| 6. | "Wardance" | Killing Joke (1980) | 3:25 |
| 7. | "Give Me Fire" | GBH (1984) | 2:30 |
| 8. | "State Violence State Control" | Discharge (1982) | 2:29 |
| 9. | "Holidays in the Sun" | Sex Pistols (1977) | 3:01 |
| 10. | "Emotional Blackmail" | U.K. Subs (1980) | 2:19 |
| 11. | "War Pigs" | Black Sabbath (1970) | 7:37 |
| 12. | "Drunk with Power" | Discharge (1982) | 2:58 |
| Total length: | 44:04 | ||
Personnel
[edit]- James Perry – drums
- Jeff Williams – bass
- Nige Rockett – guitar
- Wayne Dorman – guitar
- Dave Garnett – vocals
References
[edit]- ^ "Album Review: Onslaught – Origins of Aggression". Mxdwn Music. 26 May 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "ONSLAUGHT Releases Thrashed-Up Version Of MOTÖRHEAD's 'Iron Fist' From Upcoming 'Origins Of Aggression' Album". Blabbermouth.net. 27 March 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Deaux, Jon. "Onslaught – Origins of Aggression – Album Review". All About the Rock. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Lawson, Dom. "Reviews - Origins Of Aggression - BLABBERMOUTH.NET". Blabbermouth.net. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Rogers, Larry (22 May 2025). "ALBUM REVIEW: Onslaught – Origins Of Aggression". Ghost Cult Magazine. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Atkinson, Peter (22 May 2025). "ONSLAUGHT Origins of Aggression". knac.com. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "ONSLAUGHT Signs With REIGNING PHOENIX MUSIC, Announces Double Album 'Origins Of Aggression'". Blabbermouth.net. 14 March 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "Onslaught announce new double album 'Origins Of Aggression'". Distorted Sound. 18 March 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "Interview: Nige Rockett of Onslaught Talks 'Origins of Aggression' – New Noise Magazine". New Noise Magazine. 23 May 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "Albums Of The Week: Onslaught - Origins Of Aggression". Tinnitist. 23 May 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "ONSLAUGHT's NIGE ROCKETT On His Cancer Battle: 'Everything's Clear Now'". Blabbermouth.net. 22 May 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "ONSLAUGHT Guitarist NIGE ROCKETT 'Completely Lost' The Use Of His Arms For Six To Nine Months During Cancer Battle". Blabbermouth.net. 24 April 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "Onslaught / Thrash Titans Reignite Classic Chaos In Origins Of Aggression". Metal Talk. 16 May 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "Album Review: Onslaught – Origins of Aggression". The Moshville Times. 22 May 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.