Pleasure to Kill
Kreator · 1986
37 min · 9 tracks · thrash metal
Relentless thrash aggression fuses with dark lyrical themes, creating an intense sonic onslaught that defines the genre.
Why this album works
- Best for
- relentless aggression throughout album steady pacing for focused listening dark themes with intense energy
- Context
- By the time 'Pleasure to Kill' was released in November 1986, Kreator had already established themselves in the thrash metal scene with their debut album, 'Endless Pain.' This sophomore effort marked a significant evolution in their sound, showcasing tighter compositions and a more refined production approach that would set them apart from their peers.
- If you like
- thrash metal
Pleasure to Kill is an album by Kreator, released in 1986. Relentless thrash aggression fuses with dark lyrical themes, creating an intense sonic onslaught that defines the genre. 'Pleasure to Kill' is often hailed as one of the most influential thrash metal albums, helping to define the genre's aggressive sound. It received critical acclaim upon release and has since been recognized in various lists of essential metal albums, influencing countless bands within the metal community and beyond. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Pleasure to Kill sound like?
Relentless thrash aggression fuses with dark lyrical themes, creating an intense sonic onslaught that defines the genre. Rooted in thrash metal.
What makes Pleasure to Kill by Kreator notable?
'Pleasure to Kill' is often hailed as one of the most influential thrash metal albums, helping to define the genre's aggressive sound. It received critical acclaim upon release and has since been recognized in various lists of essential metal albums, influencing countless bands within the metal community and beyond. By the time 'Pleasure to Kill' was released in November 1986, Kreator had already established themselves in the thrash metal scene with their debut album, 'Endless Pain.' This sophomore effort marked a significant evolution in their sound, showcasing tighter compositions and a more refined production approach that would set them apart from their peers.
Who is Pleasure to Kill for?
Pleasure to Kill works well if you're into relentless aggression throughout album, steady pacing for focused listening and dark themes with intense energy.
How many songs are on Pleasure to Kill?
Pleasure to Kill has 9 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Choir of the Damned 0:46
- 2 Ripping Corpse 3:35
- 3 Death Is Your Saviour 3:57
- 4 Pleasure to Kill Standout 4:09
- 5 Riot of Violence Standout 4:53
- 6 The Pestilence 6:56
- 7 Carrion 4:47
- 8 Command of the Blade 3:56
- 9 Under the Guillotine Standout 4:35
Release Date
November 1, 1986
Artist Origin
Germany
Runtime
37 min 38 sec
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