Sacred Reich is an American thrash metal band based in Phoenix, Arizona, that was formed in 1985. The band split in 2000, but reunited in 2006.

They have been credited, along with Testament, Destruction, Death Angel and Dark Angel, for leading the second wave of thrash metal in the late 1980s. In 2019 released their first record in twenty-three years: ‘Awakening’. Showcasing everything a fan would expect and hope for from the Phoenix, Arizona unit, it is a timeless collection comprised of blistering thrash, crushing grooves, meticulous solos, and socially conscious lyrics. The return of Dave McClain, who manned the drum throne from 1991 to 1997, and the addition of twenty-two-year old guitarist Joey Radziwill, alongside original members guitarist Wiley Arnett and vocalist/bassist Phil Rind, are integral facets of the record. Album was produced by Arthur Rizk (Power Trip, Cavalera Conspiracy), engineered by John Aquilino, and mastered by Maor Appelbaum (Faith No More, Halford, Armored Saint).

‘Surf Nicaragua‘ tracklist:

1. Surf Nicaragua
2. One Nation
3. War Pigs (Black Sabbath cover)
4. Draining You of Life
5. Ignorance (Live)
6. Death Squad (Live)

‘The American Way‘ tracklist:

1. Love…Hate
2. The American Way
3. The Way It Is
4. Crimes Against Humanity
5. State Of Emergency
6. Who’s To Blame
7. I Don’t Know
8. 31 Flavors