Practice What You Preach
Testament · 1989
46 min · 10 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless barrage of thrash riffs paired with socially-conscious lyrics and powerful vocals that define Testament's signature sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with gradual climax
- socially-conscious themes throughout tracks
- energizing backdrop for workouts
- engaging narratives in each track
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy and complex albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1989, 'Practice What You Preach' was Testament's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'The New Order'. By this point, the band had solidified their place in the thrash metal scene, showcasing their evolution while maintaining their aggressive sound. This album marked a critical moment as they began to incorporate more melodic elements into their established thrash style.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Practice What You Preach 4:55
- 2 Perilous Nation 5:52
- 3 Envy Life 4:16
- 4 Time Is Coming 5:26
- 5 Blessed in Contempt 4:14
- 6 Greenhouse Effect 4:53
- 7 Sins of Omission 5:01
- 8 The Ballad 6:08
- 9 Nightmare (Coming Back to You) 2:20
- 10 Confusion Fusion 3:07
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