Two-Faced
Tankard · 1994
52 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal
Brutal thrash riffs intertwine with dark humor, creating a relentless exploration of societal issues and personal conflict.
Top tracks — play these first
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Death Penalty Start here — This opening track sets a powerful tone for the album with aggressive riffs and incisive lyrics critiquing capital punishment. Its intensity encapsulates the thematic depth of the record.
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Nation Over Nation — This track stands out for its anthemic chorus and sharp critique of nationalism, reflecting the band's ability to merge catchy elements with thoughtful commentary.
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Two-Faced — The title track embodies the album's central theme of duality, using clever wordplay to explore hypocrisy in society while maintaining a relentless thrash feel.
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Up From Zero — With its driving rhythm and motivational lyrics, this song represents resilience and determination, showcasing Tankard's versatility within their thrash metal framework.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive thrash with humor and social commentary, showcasing solid songwriting and performance.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that features aggressive guitar riffs and rapid drumming, setting a relentless tone.
- Several tracks incorporate tempo changes, alternating between high-energy sections and slower, heavier breakdowns.
- The last three tracks maintain a consistent thrash sound but introduce more melodic elements, providing a slight contrast to the earlier aggression.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady energetic flow throughout
- relentless aggression and intensity
- ideal for workout motivation
- fast-paced tracks for adrenaline
- chaotic themes reflecting turmoil
Maybe skip if you
- prefer soothing, mellow sounds
- seek slow, reflective listening
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Tankard's reputation in thrash metal, following a critically acclaimed release.
- Career context
- By 1994, Tankard was solidifying their presence in the thrash metal scene with 'Two-Faced', their fifth studio album. This release followed their critically acclaimed 'Stone Cold Sober' and marked a period of increased political engagement in their lyrics. The band was establishing themselves as key players in the German metal revival of the early '90s.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Nation Over Nation
The narrative shifts from a personal perspective to a broader societal critique, calling out divisions caused by extreme patriotism.
This transition emphasizes a collective consciousness while challenging listeners to reflect on the dangers of nationalism, showcasing sophisticated songwriting.
Tracklist
- 1 Death Penalty Start here 5:03
- 2 R.T.V. 4:33
- 3 Betrayed 3:33
- 4 Nation Over Nation 4:11
- 5 Days of the Gun 5:31
- 6 Cities in Flames 4:17
- 7 Up From Zero 5:47
- 8 Two-Faced 4:59
- 9 Ich brauch' meinen Suff 2:54
- 10 Cyberworld 4:51
- 11 Mainhattan 4:23
- 12 Jimmy B. Bad 2:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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