Hate Über Alles
Kreator · 2022
46 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal
A visceral explosion of thrash metal fury that captures both aggression and melodic intricacies in its relentless pace.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hate über alles — The title track encapsulates the album's central theme of societal rage and personal turmoil, featuring aggressive riffs paired with anthemic choruses that invite listener participation.
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Killer of Jesus — This track stands out for its provocative lyrics and intense instrumentation, addressing themes of conflict and faith with a blistering musical backdrop that exemplifies the band's thrash roots.
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Crush the Tyrants — With its relentless tempo and politically charged lyrics, this song serves as a rallying cry against oppression, highlighting Kreator's commitment to social commentary through their music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends classic thrash elements with modern production, showcasing strong compositions and skilled execution.
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 slightly in the latter tracks.
- Melodic guitar solos frequently interrupt the aggressive rhythms, creating a contrast between speed and melody.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, shifting from blast beats to slower, more anthemic sections, enhancing the dynamic range.
- 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
- steady intensity throughout listening
- cathartic release of aggression
- focused energy for workouts
- socio-political themes to ponder
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow, relaxed tunes
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and strong reception in the band's later years.
- Career context
- Released on June 3, 2022, 'Hate Über Alles' is Kreator's fifteenth studio album, marking a significant return to form following their critically acclaimed 2017 release, 'Gods of Violence.' The band, led by founding member Mille Petrozza, solidifies their status in the thrash metal genre while exploring contemporary themes within their music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sodom· Destruction· Overkill
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sergio Corbucci Is Dead 0:58
- 2 Hate über alles 3:48
- 3 Killer of Jesus 4:05
- 4 Crush the Tyrants 4:10
- 5 Strongest of the Strong 4:01
- 6 Become Immortal 4:23
- 7 Conquer and Destroy 4:45
- 8 Midnight Sun 3:38
- 9 Demonic Future 4:43
- 10 Pride Comes Before the Fall 4:48
- 11 Dying Planet 6:52
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Chaos A.D.
Sepultura
Shares aggressive instrumentation with intricate melodies and socio-political themes.
The Blackening
Machine Head
Combines thrash intensity with melodic complexity and introspective lyrics.
The Electric Age
Overkill
Delivers a similar high-energy thrash sound with sharp riffs and lyrical aggression.
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