The Sound of Despair and Defiance: Sacrilege’s "Lifeline" (1985)
Lyrically, "Lifeline" reflects the bleakness of Thatcher-era Britain, focusing on the erosion of the human spirit in a consumer-driven society. Sacrilege - Lifeline [1985]
: It blends the aggressive D-beat drumming of Andy Baker with heavy, Slayer -influenced thrash riffs. The Sound of Despair and Defiance: Sacrilege’s "Lifeline"
: The track's raw power led to it being covered by extreme metal heavyweights like Napalm Death and Sodom . Lyrical Themes: Materialism and Decay Sacrilege - Lifeline [1985]