This week we’re talking about the hilarious SOD. Stormtroopers of Death was a side project of Anthrax’s Scott Ian, Charlie Benante, and Dan Lilker (also of Nuclear Assault), with Anthrax roadie Billy Milano on vocals. Equal parts a giant gag and a legitimately good crossover thrash metal band, SOD’s debut album remains a classic to this day. The title track was even recently covered by the reunited Mr. Bungle on their latest album (on which Scott Ian plays second guitar). Fun band and heavy as hell—turn this one up loud.
Closing track: “Kill Yourself” from Speak English or Die (1985)
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Mike’s Picks:
Speak English or Die (1985) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Bigger than the Devil (1999) — Least Favorite
Rise of the Infidels (2007) — Worst Album
Alex’s Picks:
Speak English or Die (1985) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Rise of the Infidels (2007) — Worst Album, Least Favorite
Albums we discussed this episode…
Speak English or Die (1985)
Bigger than the Devil (1999)
Rise of the Infidels (2007)
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