At the Pulse of Kapitulation: Live in East Berlin, 1990
Kreator · 2008
147 min · 39 tracks · thrash metal
A blistering live testament to thrash metal's intensity and the raw energy of a pivotal moment in history.
Why this album works
This album is significant not only for its powerful performance but also for its historical context, being recorded shortly after the fall of the Berlin Wall. It reflects a transformative period in Eastern Europe and stands as a cultural artifact that showcases metal’s unifying power during political upheaval. The album has been well-received by fans and critics alike, emphasizing Kreator's influence on thrash metal.
- Best for
- cathartic release of aggression dynamic live performance energy wave-like pacing for immersion
- Context
- By 2008, Kreator had evolved considerably since their early days in the 1980s thrash scene. 'At the Pulse of Kapitulation' captures a performance from 1990, a time when the band was gaining international recognition, following their acclaimed album 'Coma of Souls' released in 1990. This live recording further solidified their status as pioneers within the genre, showcasing their relentless energy and complex compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Angel Dust· Marty Friedman· Hatesphere
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Some Pain Will Last 6:15
- 2 Extreme Aggression Standout 4:27
- 3 Under the Guillotine 4:36
- 4 Toxic Trace 4:22
- 5 Bringer of Torture 2:45
- 6 Pleasure to Kill Standout 6:14
- 7 Flag of Hate 2:55
- 8 Drum Solo 2:51
- 9 Terrible Certainty 5:53
- 10 Riot of Violence Standout 8:00
- 11 Love Us or Hate Us 3:54
- 12 Behind the Mirror 4:52
- 13 Betrayer 7:34
- 14 Awakening of the Gods 7:09
- 15 Tormentor 5:26
- 16 At the Pulse of Kapitulation
- 17 People of the Lie
- 18 Dr. Wagner, Part 1
- 19 Twisted Urges
- 20 Dr. Wagner, Part 2
- 21 Coma of Souls
- 22 Dr. Wagner, Part 3
- 23 Terror Zone
- 24 Unseen Scenes
- 25 Tons of Bonus Material
Disc 2
- 1 Some Pain Will Last 5:39
- 2 Extreme Aggression Standout 5:23
- 3 Under the Guillotine 4:27
- 4 Toxic Trace 4:21
- 5 Bringer of Torture 2:26
- 6 Pleasure to Kill Standout 5:44
- 7 Flag of Hate 3:23
- 8 Terrible Certainty 6:11
- 9 Riot of Violence Standout 6:01
- 10 Love Us or Hate Us 3:57
- 11 Behind the Mirror 4:48
- 12 Betrayer 5:42
- 13 Awakening of the Gods 7:31
- 14 Tormentor 4:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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