A Reaction Against Evil, “Give em’ Hell”!

Against Evil’s “Give ’em Hell” hits with the intensity and ferocity that’s unmistakably thrash, yet it’s imbued with a fresh energy that makes it clear this isn’t just a nostalgic callback—this is the new face of thrash metal, and it’s global.

Thrash metal, born in the Bay Area during the early ’80s with bands like Metallica, Slayer, and Exodus, defined a generation of metalheads who craved speed, aggression, and raw, unfiltered power. These were the anthems of rebellion, pushing against the boundaries of what was considered acceptable in rock and metal at the time. As thrash evolved, it spread beyond the Bay Area, becoming a global phenomenon with bands from Germany, Brazil, and other parts of the world adding their unique flavors to the genre.

Fast forward to today, and we see bands like Against Evil emerging from India, proving that thrash is not just alive and well—it’s thriving in every corner of the globe. “Give ’em Hell” is a testament to this evolution. The track is a relentless barrage of riffs, tight drumming, and vocals that could easily stand toe-to-toe with any of the genre’s forefathers. But what makes it truly exciting is the way it captures the essence of thrash while injecting it with a modern energy that’s distinctly their own.

This is a song that doesn’t just nod to the giants of thrash; it takes what they built and runs with it, full speed ahead. The riffs are razor-sharp, the rhythm section is a thunderous backbone, and the vocals deliver the kind of grit and defiance that thrash was always meant to convey. Yet, there’s something more—a sense of global unity in the metal community, a reminder that thrash metal is no longer confined to the Bay Area (or does it even exist there anymore?) or any one part of the world. It’s a universal language, and Against Evil is one of its most compelling new voices.

“Give ’em Hell” isn’t just a song; it’s a declaration. It’s a reminder that thrash metal isn’t going anywhere—in fact, it’s only getting stronger as new generations pick up the torch and run with it, bringing in influences from their own cultures and experiences. This new wave of thrash is as much about honoring the past as it is about carving out the future, and Against Evil is doing just that with a sound that’s as fierce as it is forward-thinking.

In a world where metal is often segmented by subgenres and regions, Against Evil reminds us that thrash is a global phenomenon. “Give ’em Hell” is proof that this genre is still capable of evolving, still capable of surprising us, and still very much capable of delivering the kind of raw, unadulterated power that made us fall in love with it in the first place.

Lyrics

When the world's on fire and all hell's breakin' loose
Death and chaos everywhere. What are you gonna do?
Fight fire with fire, rise up, give it all you've got
Take no prisoners, lock 'n load, retaliate with weapons hot
There's no escape from what is coming for you

Fight back with fury, no mercy! Give 'em hell
Ain't no backing down, bring the fight. Stand your ground
Rapid fire spittin' lead, burning red. Give 'em hell
There's only one way out. Eliminate, take 'em down

No gods, no masters, make 'em bleed execute at will
Decimate, f**k the powers that be, we're all in for the kill
Turn the tables, even the odds, unleash your killing machine
Eye for an eye, settle the score rain of bullets make 'em scream
There's no escape from what is coming for you

Fight back with fury, no mercy! Give 'em hell
Ain't no backing down, bring the fight. Stand your ground
Rapid fire spittin' lead, burning red. Give 'em hell
There's only one way out. Terminate, take 'em down

There's no escape. Watch your back, we're coming for you

Fight back with fury, no mercy! Give 'em hell
Ain't no backing down, bring the fight. Stand your ground
Raging fire, guns blazing, hell raising. Give 'em hell 
There's only one way out. Obliterate, take 'em down