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The Formation of Damnation

Testament · 2008

49 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal

Pummeling riffs and aggressive rhythms drive this unapologetic return to thrash metal's roots.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo aggression
  • pummeling riffs for intensity
  • focused headbanging sessions
  • consistent energy throughout album

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer soft, melodic sounds
  • seek quick, catchy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'The Formation of Damnation' was Testament's first studio album in nearly a decade, following the 1999 release 'The Gathering'. This album marked a significant comeback for the band, signaling a resurgence in their classic thrash sound and reuniting original members after years of lineup changes.
Stylistic neighbors
Megadeth· Anthrax· Slayer

Tracklist

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

  • 1 For the Glory of… 1:12
  • 2 More Than Meets the Eye 4:33
  • 3 The Evil Has Landed 4:44
  • 4 The Formation of Damnation 5:09
  • 5 Dangers of the Faithless 5:47
  • 6 The Persecuted Won’t Forget 5:49
  • 7 Henchmen Ride 4:00
  • 8 Killing Season 4:52
  • 9 Afterlife 4:13
  • 10 F.E.A.R. 4:46
  • 11 Leave Me Forever 4:28

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