![]() I later replaced my cassette with a CD, which remained for many years in a box until recently when I dug it out and put it in my iTunes library. ![]() ![]() Though I did not find what I had hoped for, this album was in a way better because with “Peace Sells” I rarely felt like listening to anything after the first three tracks but “So Far, So Good… So What” I liked well enough for all the songs except “Mary Jane”. I loved the first three tracks on “Peace Sells” and was looking for more of the same. The cassette was in stores in January and though the date on the back said 1988, I couldn’t help but think that the music had been recorded in 1987. I remember this being my first purchase of 1988. While songs like 'In My Darkest Hour', 'Hook in Mouth', 'Set the World Afire' and a cover of the Sex Pistols classic 'Anarchy in the U.K.' prevent this album from being a complete loss, as a whole it just seems like a pretty passable release, especially when compared to the bulk of the bands later releases. Both would be ejected from the band soon enough, with neither man having any particular impact. With guitarist Jeff Young and drummer Chuck Behler replacing Chris Poland and Gar Samuelson respectively. One notable significance of this release is that we see the first of many (and I mean many) major line-up changes. But his signature "snarl" is in full effect, and gives the music the rawness it needs. Dave Mustaine's vocals are seething with bitterness and sincerity, though lack the polish that they had on 'Peace Sells'. Thrash metal was in full swing in 1988 and this album goes to show why Megadeth were one of the top bands of their time. The production is arguably weaker and the writing has clearly taken a backseat to drug-taking, as, while there's a few hits here that belong on any Megadeth compilation release, the overall quality of the songs is definitely a step down than previously.Īs before, the music is fast and intense, accompanying lyrics riddled with hatred and spite. ![]() Unfortunately, 'So Far, So Good.' doesn't quite live up to the standards set by its predecessor. While it originally seemed like the band had cleaned up their act and become more driven and focused, the reality was that a bigger album budget just meant more money to spend on drugs and alcohol. So What!' saw Megadeth continue along the path they'd started upon with 1986's 'Peace Sells. Young, brash, and pumped full of drugs, 1988's 'So Far, So Good. Thanks to bonnek, UMUR, diamondblack for the updates Buy MEGADETH - SO GOOD. The original sound version is now out of print. "In My Darkest Hour" was written in late September, 1986, after Dave heard about Cliff Burton's death.Ģ004 re-issue re-mixed & remastered includes 4 bonus tracks:ĩ) Into the Lungs of Hell (Paul Lani Mix) (3:31)ġ0) Set the world Afire (Paul Lani Mix) (5:52)ġ2) In My Darkest Hour (Paul Lani Mix) (6:13) "Liar" is dedicated to Chris Poland, who was fired from the band for stealing Dave Mustaine's guitars. Recorded at Music Grinder, Los Angeles, CA. Mixed at The Entreprise, North Hollywood, CA. Mastered at Precision Lacquer, Hollywood, CA. David Ellefson / Bass guitar & background vocals Jeff Young / Lead, rhythm & acoustic guitars Dave Mustaine / Lead vocals, lead, rhythm & acoustic guitars
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