Hordes of Chaos
Kreator · 2009
38 min · 14 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless thrash metal assault driven by furious riffs and politically charged lyrics.
Hordes of Chaos is an album by Kreator, released in 2009. A relentless thrash metal assault driven by furious riffs and politically charged lyrics. 'Hordes of Chaos' received positive critical acclaim and debuted at number 42 on the German charts, reflecting its strong reception among fans. The album is notable for its themes addressing war and societal issues, resonating with audiences during a time of global unrest, and it has influenced many contemporary thrash bands. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hordes of Chaos sound like?
A relentless thrash metal assault driven by furious riffs and politically charged lyrics. Rooted in thrash metal.
What makes Hordes of Chaos by Kreator notable?
'Hordes of Chaos' received positive critical acclaim and debuted at number 42 on the German charts, reflecting its strong reception among fans. The album is notable for its themes addressing war and societal issues, resonating with audiences during a time of global unrest, and it has influenced many contemporary thrash bands. Released in 2009, 'Hordes of Chaos' is Kreator's twelfth studio album and marks a significant point in their career following the widely acclaimed 'Enemy of God' from 2005. This album showcases the band’s return to a more aggressive sound after experimenting with melodic elements in previous works, solidifying their status as pioneers of thrash metal.
How many songs are on Hordes of Chaos?
Hordes of Chaos has 14 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Hordes of Chaos (A Necrologue for the Elite) Standout 5:04
- 2 Warcurse Standout 4:10
- 3 Escalation 3:24
- 4 Amok Run 4:12
- 5 Destroy What Destroys You Standout 3:13
- 6 Radical Resistance 3:43
- 7 Absolute Misanthropy 3:37
- 8 To the Afterborn 4:53
- 9 Corpses of Liberty 0:55
- 10 Demon Prince 5:16
Disc 2
- 1 The Making of Hordes of Chaos
- 2 Awakening of the Gods (live at Summer Breeze Open Air Germany 2006)
- 3 Coma of Souls (live at Summer Breeze Open Air Germany 2006)
- 4 Hordes of Chaos (video Clip)
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
Germany
Runtime
38 min 30 sec
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