Released 31 years ago this October
Cause for Conflict
Kreator · 1995
49 min · 13 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless barrage of thrash metal aggression punctuated by introspective lyrics and intricate guitar work.
Top tracks — play these first
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Catholic Despot — This track exemplifies the album's sharp critique of organized religion, combining aggressive riffs with incisive lyrics that challenge dogma.
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Crisis of Disorder — With its chaotic structure and intense energy, this song reflects the turmoil and confusion of modern society, capturing the essence of thrash metal's raw power.
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Isolation — Closing the album with an expansive 11-minute composition, this track showcases Kreator's ability to blend melodic elements with heavy thrash, creating an atmosphere of despair and reflection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends aggressive thrash with melodic elements, showcasing strong musicianship and thematic depth.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
- Several tracks feature shifts in dynamics, alternating between intense thrash sections and more melodic interludes, particularly in the choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- 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
- wave-like pacing with intensity
- politically charged lyrical themes
- cathartic release through aggression
- dynamic shifts and climaxes
- focused listening for engagement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow, relaxing sounds
- avoid lengthy, immersive tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Introduced melodic elements while maintaining thrash roots, marking a shift in their sound.
- Career context
- Released in 1995, Cause for Conflict was Kreator's sixth studio album, marking a pivotal moment as they experimented with melodic elements while maintaining their thrash roots. Following the acclaimed Renewal, this album showcased the band's shift towards a more complex sound amidst a changing metal landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sodom· Destruction· Overkill
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prevail 3:58
- 2 Catholic Despot 3:23
- 3 Progressive Proletarians 3:24
- 4 Crisis of Disorder 4:23
- 5 Hate Inside Your Head 3:33
- 6 Bomb Threat 1:46
- 7 Men Without God 3:45
- 8 Lost 3:35
- 9 Dogmatic 1:27
- 10 Sculpture of Regret 2:59
- 11 Celestial Deliverance 3:14
- 12 State Oppression 1:38
- 13 Isolation 11:56
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