Painkiller
Krokus · 1978
34 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal
A thunderous blend of hard rock riffs and energetic vocals that embodies late '70s metal fervor.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady energetic flow throughout
- for party atmosphere
- catchy anthems for sing-alongs
- short bursts of excitement
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of slow introspection
- prefer lengthy complex arrangements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 1, 1978, 'Painkiller' was Krokus's third studio album, coming after their breakthrough with 'Metal Rendez-Vous' in 1976. By this time, the band was solidifying its presence in the heavy metal scene, transitioning from a local Swiss act to international recognition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Accept· Scorpions· Judas Priest
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Killer 3:38
- 2 Werewolf 3:17
- 3 Rock Ladies 3:05
- 4 Bad Love 4:39
- 5 Get Out of My Mind 3:40
- 6 Rock Me, Rock You 3:21
- 7 Deadline 2:02
- 8 Susie 3:03
- 9 Pay It 3:07
- 10 Bye Bye Baby 4:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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