This 2015 release from Viking marked a return for the band after a significant period of inactivity, delivering their signature thrash metal sound to a new generation.
- "No Child Left Behind" was released on March 4, 2015, via the band's own label, Viking. The album features a lineup including founding members Ron Eriksen and Toddsell. It was Viking's first full-length release in over a decade.
- The album was produced by Ron Eriksen and Viking. The recording and mixing sessions took place at various locations, with the final mastering completed at West West Side Music. This release continued Viking's legacy within the thrash metal genre.
- Upon its release, "No Child Left Behind" received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the band's return and others finding the material derivative of their earlier work. The album did not chart on major music sales charts. It remains a notable entry in the band's discography for its comeback status.
Viking is a thrash metal band from Los Angeles, California, who emerged in the late 1980s. Their sound is characterized by aggressive riffs and intense vocals, typical of the Bay Area thrash scene. While "No Child Left Behind" was released in 2015, it follows a hiatus for the band after their initial run in the late 80s and early 90s.
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