Hordes of Chaos
Kreator · 2009
38 min · 14 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless thrash metal assault driven by furious riffs and politically charged lyrics.
Why this album works
'Hordes of Chaos' received positive critical acclaim and debuted at number 42 on the German charts, reflecting its strong reception among fans. The album is notable for its themes addressing war and societal issues, resonating with audiences during a time of global unrest, and it has influenced many contemporary thrash bands.
- Best for
- steady adrenaline-fueled intensity politically charged listening experience short bursts of aggression
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'Hordes of Chaos' is Kreator's twelfth studio album and marks a significant point in their career following the widely acclaimed 'Enemy of God' from 2005. This album showcases the band’s return to a more aggressive sound after experimenting with melodic elements in previous works, solidifying their status as pioneers of thrash metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Angel Dust· Marty Friedman· Hatesphere
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Hordes of Chaos (A Necrologue for the Elite) Standout 5:04
- 2 Warcurse Standout 4:10
- 3 Escalation 3:24
- 4 Amok Run 4:12
- 5 Destroy What Destroys You Standout 3:13
- 6 Radical Resistance 3:43
- 7 Absolute Misanthropy 3:37
- 8 To the Afterborn 4:53
- 9 Corpses of Liberty 0:55
- 10 Demon Prince 5:16
Disc 2
- 1 The Making of Hordes of Chaos
- 2 Awakening of the Gods (live at Summer Breeze Open Air Germany 2006)
- 3 Coma of Souls (live at Summer Breeze Open Air Germany 2006)
- 4 Hordes of Chaos (video Clip)
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