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R.I.B.

Tankard · 2014

40 min · 19 tracks · thrash metal

A raucous celebration of life and beer, propelled by relentless thrash riffs and anthemic choruses.

R.I.B. is an album by Tankard, released in 2014. A raucous celebration of life and beer, propelled by relentless thrash riffs and anthemic choruses. 'R.I.B.' received positive reviews for its energetic tracks and fun themes, contributing to Tankard's legacy as pioneers of alcohol-themed thrash metal. The album reinforced their status within the genre, debuting at number 56 on the German album charts, illustrating their enduring appeal in the heavy metal community. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does R.I.B. sound like?

A raucous celebration of life and beer, propelled by relentless thrash riffs and anthemic choruses. Rooted in thrash metal.

What makes R.I.B. by Tankard notable?

'R.I.B.' received positive reviews for its energetic tracks and fun themes, contributing to Tankard's legacy as pioneers of alcohol-themed thrash metal. The album reinforced their status within the genre, debuting at number 56 on the German album charts, illustrating their enduring appeal in the heavy metal community. Released on January 1, 2014, 'R.I.B.' marks Tankard's 12th studio album, showcasing their continued relevance in the thrash metal scene. Following a two-year hiatus after 'Vol(l)ume 14,' the band maintained their signature humor and party spirit while also refreshing their sound with tighter production.

How many songs are on R.I.B.?

R.I.B. has 19 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Tracklist

19 tracks·40:15

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

Disc 1

  • 1 War Cry Standout 3:53
  • 2 Fooled by Your Guts 3:07
  • 3 R.I.B. (Rest In Beer) Standout 5:05
  • 4 Riders of the Doom 3:43
  • 5 Hope Can't Die 5:16
  • 6 No One Hit Wonder 3:08
  • 7 Breakfast for Champions Standout 4:30
  • 8 Enemy of Order 3:32
  • 9 Clockwise to Deadline 4:36
  • 10 The Party Ain't Over 'til We Say So 3:21

Disc 2

  • 1 Intro
  • 2 Zombie Attack
  • 3 The Morning After
  • 4 Not One Day Dead
  • 5 Stay Thirsty!
  • 6 Rules for Fools
  • 7 Rectifier
  • 8 Chemical Invasion
  • 9 (Empty) Tankard

Release Date

January 1, 2014

Genre

thrash metal

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Artist Origin

Germany

Runtime

40 min 15 sec