“No Compromise” makes up for its limp lyrics by being a bit of a headbanger. Even so, this always seemed just a bit childish. The song is aimed at young metalheads who often copped abuse in the late 80s for their music and dress, because it was a far less tolerant time. The lines “Don't think what you parents might say/If it's too noisy, fast and loud/Just fuck 'em all, and do it anyway/Stand up and be proud” have always grated. While the sentiment is noble, it’s just a bit clunky. It’s one of those “have pride in yourself, don’t be ashamed of what you are” type songs. The band’s socially aware lyrics were mostly intelligent and thoughtful, first track “No Compromise” being the exception. None of this is to say “Shattered Existence” isn’t still hard edged thrash. The riffs weren’t as chunky, but then again, who’s riffs are? And vocalist Chris Astley was more tuneful and less aggressive than Hetfield. Xentrix weren’t as heavy as Metallica, playing a far more melodic, less progressive style of thrash. Yes, the Explorer guitar has featured throughout the band’s history, and both bands played thrash metal, but the similarities end there. It was a bit of a shallow and clueless comparison though. Well, who wouldn’t want to be Metallica?! Xentrix were often called Metallica wannabes.
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