Beast of Bourbon
Tankard · 2004
45 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless barrage of thrash metal aggression infused with a sharp sense of humor and pub culture.
Top tracks — play these first
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Under Friendly Fire Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Die With a Beer in Your Hand — This track embodies the album's spirit, merging aggressive riffs with anthemic choruses celebrating camaraderie and partying in true Tankard fashion.
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Genetic Overkill — The song combines fast-paced instrumentation with satirical lyrics about the consequences of scientific advancements, highlighting Tankard's knack for social commentary.
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Alien Revenge — This track showcases the band's signature blend of humor and thrash intensity, depicting an imaginative narrative that captivates listeners while maintaining high energy.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic thrash with humor, creating a distinct but cohesive experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high-energy tone, maintaining aggressive tempos throughout most of the runtime.
- Several tracks feature humorous lyrics that playfully reference drinking culture, contrasting with the intense musical backdrop.
- The last three tracks slow down slightly in tempo, allowing for a brief respite before concluding with a return to high energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo progression
- invigorating group listening experience
- anthemic sing-along moments
- long, immersive listening sessions
- celebratory drinking atmosphere
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its energetic sound and clever lyrics within the thrash scene.
- Career context
- Released in 2004, Beast of Bourbon was Tankard's tenth studio album, arriving at a time when the band had solidified their position in the thrash metal scene. Following the commercial success of their previous album, Beast of Bourbon showcased their signature blend of heavy riffs and tongue-in-cheek lyrics, continuing to build on their legacy as one of Germany's leading thrash acts.
Tracklist
- 1 Under Friendly Fire Start here 3:04
- 2 Slipping From Reality 4:16
- 3 Genetic Overkill 4:37
- 4 Die With a Beer in Your Hand 5:33
- 5 The Horde 4:15
- 6 Endless Pleasure 4:51
- 7 Dead Men Drinking 3:51
- 8 Alien Revenge 3:35
- 9 Fistful of Love 4:42
- 10 Beyond the Pubyard 3:25
- 11 We're Coming Back 3:30
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