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Zombie Attack

Tankard · 1986

36 min · 10 tracks · thrash metal

Raw and aggressive thrash metal riffs collide with frenetic drumming and darkly humorous lyrics.

Why this album works

Best for
steady energetic flow throughout darkly humorous lyrical content for headbanging sessions
Context
Released as Tankard's debut album in 1986, 'Zombie Attack' marked the band's entry into the burgeoning thrash metal scene. At this time, they were still establishing their identity amidst a wave of influential German metal bands like Kreator and Sodom, setting the stage for their future contributions to the genre.
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thrash metal

Zombie Attack is an album by Tankard, released in 1986. Raw and aggressive thrash metal riffs collide with frenetic drumming and darkly humorous lyrics. 'Zombie Attack' is notable for its early contribution to the German thrash metal movement, influencing later bands and solidifying Tankard's reputation. Its blend of humor and horror themes set it apart, earning attention in underground circles and helping to shape the band's cult following. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Zombie Attack sound like?

Raw and aggressive thrash metal riffs collide with frenetic drumming and darkly humorous lyrics. Rooted in thrash metal.

What makes Zombie Attack by Tankard notable?

'Zombie Attack' is notable for its early contribution to the German thrash metal movement, influencing later bands and solidifying Tankard's reputation. Its blend of humor and horror themes set it apart, earning attention in underground circles and helping to shape the band's cult following. Released as Tankard's debut album in 1986, 'Zombie Attack' marked the band's entry into the burgeoning thrash metal scene. At this time, they were still establishing their identity amidst a wave of influential German metal bands like Kreator and Sodom, setting the stage for their future contributions to the genre.

Who is Zombie Attack for?

Zombie Attack works well if you're into steady energetic flow throughout, darkly humorous lyrical content and for headbanging sessions.

How many songs are on Zombie Attack?

Zombie Attack has 10 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·36:51

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

  • 1 Zombie Attack Standout 3:51
  • 2 Acid Death 4:16
  • 3 Mercenary 3:26
  • 4 Maniac Forces 5:08
  • 5 Alcohol Standout 2:09
  • 6 (Empty) Tankard 4:45
  • 7 Thrash ’Till Death Standout 2:32
  • 8 Chains 3:38
  • 9 Poison 3:59
  • 10 Screamin’ Victims 3:02

Release Date

January 1, 1986

Genre

thrash metal

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Artist Origin

Germany

Runtime

36 min 51 sec