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Kings of Beer

Tankard · 1995

49 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal

A frenetic blend of thrash metal energy and tongue-in-cheek humor, propelling listeners into a raucous celebration of beer culture.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo party atmosphere
  • tongue-in-cheek humorous themes
  • for group celebrations
  • inviting sing-along moments
  • raucous energy for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek deep emotional narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Kings of Beer' was released in January 1995, Tankard was already a well-established name in the thrash metal scene, following their previous release 'The Meaning of Life' (1990). This album marked their continued exploration of humorous themes, solidifying their identity as the 'beer metal' band and appealing to both metalheads and party enthusiasts alike. Their consistent output during the early '90s helped maintain their position within the European thrash revival.
Stylistic neighbors
Kreator· Sodom· Exodus

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Flirtin' With Desaster 4:03
  • 2 Dark Exile 4:53
  • 3 Hot Dog Inferno 3:25
  • 4 Hell Bent for Jesus 4:20
  • 5 Kings of Beer 5:38
  • 6 I'm So Sorry! 3:12
  • 7 Talk Show Prostitute 4:35
  • 8 Incredible Loudness 3:43
  • 9 Land of the Free 5:09
  • 10 Mirror, Mirror 4:20
  • 11 Tattoo Coward 6:15

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