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In recent years, the band has reunited for shows in Europe and released a live performance at Wacken Open Air 2009 on CD and DVD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe current members of Sacred Reich include Phil Rind on vocals and bass, Wiley Arnett on lead guitar, Dave McClain on drums (since 2018), and Joey Radziwill on rhythm guitar (since 2019). The band's former members include Dan Kelly (vocals), Jeff Martinek (guitar), Jason Rainey (rhythm guitar), and Greg Hall (drums).\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-american-way","title":"The American Way","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs they evolved, Sacred Reich not only became one of the more accessible thrash metal units, but also one of the most lyrically compelling. Dark, troubling, and often highly sociopolitical, Reich has a lot to say on this solid effort. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAddressing such topics as environmental destruction \u003ci\u003e(Crimes Against Humanity\u003c\/i\u003e) and the horrors of apartheid in South Africa (\u003ci\u003eState of Emergency\u003c\/i\u003e), The American Way makes us glad that lead singer\/bassist Phil Rind had become fairly easy to understand. \u003ci\u003eWho's to Blame\u003c\/i\u003e points the finger at those who blame headbangers for teenage suicide, arguing that metal's detractors should look for the real culprit and say something about parental neglect instead. More lighthearted than the rest of the CD, \u003ci\u003e31 Flavors\u003c\/i\u003e is a rap-influenced number urging metalheads to broaden their musical tastes and check out some hip-hop and funk. 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The band used speed more judiciously this time, and its members continued to grow as musicians. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHighlights of this EP range from a likable cover of Black Sabbath's \u003ci\u003eWar Pigs\u003c\/i\u003e -- which fits in perfectly with Reich's generally grim outlook -- to original material like \u003ci\u003eOne Nation\u003c\/i\u003e (a call for Americans to reject racism and bigotry and work together to improve things) and the title song, a dark-humored number fearing the possibility of young Americans being forced to go to war in Nicaragua. 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Invigorating as well as disturbing, this bombastic album indicated that Reich could amount to something special if given a chance to develop. And it turned out that, in fact, the best was yet to come. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metal Blade","offers":[{"title":"Blue | LP","offer_id":50489791185227,"sku":"1112921","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/d76d8703-4620-4806-8c54-e2d730dce2c4_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727643722"},{"product_id":"heal","title":"Heal","description":"\u003cp\u003eSacred Reich \"Heal\"  - Decibel review \"Right off the bat, the band makes it very clear that they're not joking around, harnessing one of the greatest \"thick '90's metal\" sounds ever laid to tape. The album also features a ton of great Sacred Reich songs; Opener \"Blue Suit, Brown Shirt\" totally kills it, the band kicking off the album with a fast thrash rager, playing to their strong songwriting strengths. The title track slows things down to a mid-tempo slog but there's nothing difficult about listening to this song. In fact, listening to it now, I wonder why it didn't have more impact at the time. \"Break Through\" is a fast, concise, melodic rager that picks up the pace perfectly after the looming title track. \"Low\" is a great slow burn of a song with the band laying down some huge Pantera groove with the guitar work. The band then turns around with \"Don't\" and lays down a fun, brisk punk tune.Heal closes off with \"The Power of the Written Word,\" one of the shortest and fastest songs on the album, the band actually getting heavier and thrashier as things wind to a close here, this song harkening back to their earlier days more than any other song on the record.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metal Blade","offers":[{"title":"Red LP","offer_id":50531114025291,"sku":"2200441","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD","offer_id":50531113926987,"sku":"2200434","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/test_ef26b09d_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1728094783"},{"product_id":"alive-at-the-dynamo","title":"Alive At The Dynamo","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRecorded live on May 15, 1989, at the iconic Dynamo Open Air Festival in Eindhoven, Netherlands, \u003ci\u003eAlive \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eAt The Dynamo\u003c\/i\u003e captures Arizona's premier thrashers at the height of their powers. Following the success of their \u003ci\u003eIgnorance\u003c\/i\u003e debut and \u003ci\u003eSurf Nicaragua\u003c\/i\u003e EP, this 4-track live recording showcases the band's tight, aggressive, and politically charged sound that helped define the late-80s European metal scene.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Back on Black","offers":[{"title":"LP - Clear","offer_id":56578066809163,"sku":"R3122-4099","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD","offer_id":56578066841931,"sku":"R3122-2249","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/sacred-reich-alive-large.jpg?v=1771611160"},{"product_id":"still-ignorant","title":"Still Ignorant (1987-1997) Live","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRecorded at the peak of their 90s powers, \u003ci\u003eStill Ignorant (1987-1997) Live\u003c\/i\u003e is a 13-track powerhouse of Arizona thrash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOriginally released in 1997 before the band's hiatus, this album captures the raw aggression and social commentary that defined Sacred Reich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFeaturing the return of original drummer Greg Hall, this release offers a high-energy, crystal-clear snapshot of a legendary band playing at the top of their game.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Back on Black","offers":[{"title":"2LP - Clear","offer_id":56586475307339,"sku":"R8467-6162","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD","offer_id":56586475340107,"sku":"R8467-0251","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/2000x2000bb_eea7ac75-d34f-4e01-9d76-526477913721.jpg?v=1771776243"},{"product_id":"live-at-wacken","title":"Live at Wacken","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eExperience the raw power and enduring legacy of Arizona thrashers Sacred Reich. Captured live at Germany's prestigious Wacken Open Air, this reissue showcases the band in top form, tearing through a set of fan favorites and classics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis limited edition White with Black Splatter 2LP release is a must-have for collectors and fans of old-school thrash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePhoenix, AZ thrashers Sacred Reich prove why they are considered a \"pillar of second-wave American thrash\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFollowing a hiatus, this performance captured their reunion energy—heavy, tight, and as powerful as their 1985 inception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eKnown for blending blazing speed with social consciousness, this live recording is a \"skate down memory lane\" for devoted fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFeaturing 12 classic tracks, including \"Surf Nicaragua\" and \"The American Way\", captured at the world's biggest metal festival\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Back on Black","offers":[{"title":"2LP - White with Black Splatter","offer_id":57127678804299,"sku":"R0549-2148","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/2000x2000bb_0df1af3e-51c1-4e81-8fbe-e20b5df17567.jpg?v=1777200845"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/collections\/test_13fcfa79_thumbnail_4096_d4382735-487f-4f7e-abc7-ab506f187bb6.jpg?v=1726023321","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/fr\/collections\/sacred-reich.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}