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band

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, released on October 13, 1989 by

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. It is their only studio album to feature vocalist Charles Sabin and guitarist John Donnelly, and the last one to feature bassist Brian Bonini and drummer Tad Leger. ''Think This'' would also be Toxik's last studio album before their initial breakup in 1992, resulting in a 33-year gap between records until the release of ''Dis Morta'' in 2022. The album was re-released by

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and

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in 2007. Its artwork was designed by

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Reception

In 2005, ''Think This'' was ranked number 409 in ''

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'' magazine's book ''The 500 Greatest Rock & Metal Albums of All Time''.

Track listing

Personnel

*Charles Sabin – vocals *Josh Christian – guitars *John Donnelly – guitars *Brian Bonini – bass *Tad Leger – drums

References

{{Authority control 1989 albums Roadrunner Records albums Toxik albums Albums with cover art by Ed Repka