21. Annihilator
Annihilator is a Canadian thrash metal band that formed in 1984 by the creative force behind the band, Jeff Waters. The band is essentially Waters, who plays guitar, bass, and sings on the records and rhythm guitarist Dave Padden. The band uses a variety of different musicians to fill in during tour dates.
An interesting tidbit about Annihilator is that they are the best selling metal band from Canada, but the majority of their sales occur outside of their native land. While not exactly a mainstream act even for metal, many bands have cited Annihilator as major influences on their careers such as Megadeth, Slipknot, Killswitch Engaged, Lamb of God, In Flames, Trivium, and Children of Bodom. While I can't say for certain, I believe that Annihilator was a huge influence on the evolution of Pantera's sound in the 1980's . . . especially the vocals of Phil Anselmo. If you listen to any older Annihilator albums, then listen to Pantera, you will see a similarity in sound that cannot be a coincidence.
In my opinion, I consider Annihilator as one of the five greatest thrash bands of all-time along with Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, Anthrax, and Testament. Their albums Alice in Hell and Never, Neverland are two must owns for any true metal fans.
Here is "Alison in Hell."
And "Imperiled Eyes."
And "Second to None."
And "The Trend."
As always,
Thank you for reading!
Marty Sabin
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