51. Artillery - By Inheritance [1990]
A legendary Godhead of the technical thrash world, By Inheritance is a demonstration of precision, speed, immense talent, and masterful songwriting. Each member of Artillery is excellent at what they do and By Inheritance is the best example of them at the peak of their craft, a well calculated balance of speed, dexterity, aggression, and infectious harmony. Artillery bring forward a distinctly European style, especially with their leads and vocal melodies, and it's a fantastic breath of fresh air when you're feeling swamped in visceral American Bay Area pit anthems. Everyone is on point, the production is tight and clear, and every track is memorable. This album has stayed with me for many years now and has aged so well, one of my all time favorites, and absolutely essential listening for any fans of thrash.