Seven Words (album)

Seven Words is the sixth studio album by British thrash metal band Xentrix, and released 11 November 2022 through Listenable Records. To promote the upcoming release the band produced music videos for both the title track, "Seven Words", and "Reckless with a Smile".

Background
Guitarist Kristian Havard revealed prior that the LP is a "culmination of the last two years of experimenting and trying new ideas. It feels like a big step for the band, but without leaving our thrash metal history, and I can't wait for people to hear it."

Reception
General reception has been positive upon its release. AllAboutTheRock praised the album, loving every track. They mentioned that track after track on the album is a relentless, full-on thrash fest. Furthermore, adding, "I’m beginning to think Xentrix are back to show the younger bands how thrash metal is supposed to be done. All fans of Xentrix and indeed fans of thrash metal seriously need to check this album out." In a positive review, Blabbermouth mentioned that from start to finish, Seven Words sounds authoritative and sonically dynamic, with just about the right amount of dirt under its fingernails. "Yes, XENTRIX deal in thrash metal archetypes, but with a degree of skill that belies their underdog status."

Personnel

 * Xentrix
 * Jay Walsh – vocals, guitars
 * Dennis Gasser – drums
 * Chris Shires – bass
 * Kristian "Stan" Havard – guitar


 * Production
 * Dan Goldsworthy – artwork, layout
 * Andy Sneap – producer, mixing, mastering