Chemical Invasion
Tankard · 1987
39 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal
Raucous guitar riffs and relentless rhythms collide with irreverent, alcohol-fueled lyrics in a quintessential thrash metal experience.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its critical reception within the thrash metal community and its influence on subsequent bands embracing similar themes of partying and excess. It helped establish Tankard as one of the forefathers of the 'beer metal' subgenre, securing their status in the underground metal scene.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks cathartic release after tension party ignition with friends
- Context
- Released in 1987, 'Chemical Invasion' was Tankard's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Zombie Attack' in 1986. At this point, the band had solidified their presence in the German thrash metal scene, further developing their signature blend of humor and aggression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Angel Dust· Marty Friedman· Hatesphere
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:17
- 2 Total Addiction Standout 3:26
- 3 Tantrum 3:15
- 4 Don't Panic 4:24
- 5 Puke 0:57
- 6 For a Thousand Beers Standout 7:23
- 7 Chemical Invasion Standout 5:27
- 8 Farewell to a Slut 4:09
- 9 Traitor 7:55
- 10 Alcohol 2:03
- 11 Outro 0:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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