We've Come for You All

"We've Come for You All" is the ninth studio album by American heavy metal band Anthrax, released on May 6, 2003, through Nuclear Blast in Europe and Sanctuary Records in North America. This album marked the first appearance of guitarist Rob Caggiano in the band and was also the last to feature John Bush as the lead vocalist. Recorded over the course of a year at BearTracks Recording Studio in Suffern, New York, the album features guest appearances by The Who's Roger Daltrey, Pantera's Dimebag Darrell, and E-Town Concrete’s Anthony Martini.

The album was produced by the Scrap 60 Productions team, consisting of Caggiano, Eddie Wohl, and Steve Regina, with comic book artist Alex Ross providing the cover art. The album blends thrash and traditional heavy metal with modern production techniques and a mix of fast and more melodic, hard rock-inspired elements. Notable tracks include "Taking the Music Back" (featuring Roger Daltrey) and "Cadillac Rock Box" (featuring Dimebag Darrell). The band members praised the creative freedom given to Ross for the album's artwork, while guest artists were invited to add a special touch to the tracks.

Despite critical praise for getting the band back on track, We've Come for You All faced commercial challenges. It debuted at No. 122 on the Billboard 200 chart with first-week sales of around 10,000 copies and eventually sold over 62,000 copies in the U.S. by 2005. The album was nominated for Outstanding Hard Rock Album at the 2004 California Music Awards but lost to Blink 182’s untitled album.

The recording process was initially delayed due to label and contract issues. Anthrax had signed with Nuclear Blast but faced complications with Beyond Records and Sanctuary Records, which pushed the album's release date multiple times. Despite these setbacks, the album marked a return to form for the band, featuring songs that ranged from thrash to hard rock influences, though it didn't replicate the success of earlier releases.

The critical reception was positive, with reviewers noting its blend of traditional and modern heavy metal styles. We've Come for You All was recognized for its strong, recognizable Anthrax sound, with a mix of fast rhythms, melodic elements, and thrashy energy. However, the album's commercial performance was lackluster, which led some to feel that the band's popularity had waned in the wake of newer trends like nu-metal. Nonetheless, it remains a significant part of Anthrax's discography, showcasing their musical versatility and evolution.