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Terrible Certainty

Kreator · 1987

60 min · 13 tracks · thrash metal

Frenetic riffs and relentless drumming collide with aggressive vocals, embodying the raw energy of thrash metal.

Terrible Certainty is an album by Kreator, released in 1987. Frenetic riffs and relentless drumming collide with aggressive vocals, embodying the raw energy of thrash metal. 'Terrible Certainty' is widely regarded as a pivotal release in the evolution of thrash metal, earning critical acclaim for its intensity and precision. It helped establish Kreator as one of the genre's leading bands, influencing countless artists and contributing to the growth of the European thrash metal movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Terrible Certainty sound like?

Frenetic riffs and relentless drumming collide with aggressive vocals, embodying the raw energy of thrash metal. Rooted in thrash metal.

What makes Terrible Certainty by Kreator notable?

'Terrible Certainty' is widely regarded as a pivotal release in the evolution of thrash metal, earning critical acclaim for its intensity and precision. It helped establish Kreator as one of the genre's leading bands, influencing countless artists and contributing to the growth of the European thrash metal movement. Released in 1987, 'Terrible Certainty' was Kreator's third studio album, coming off their breakthrough record 'Pleasure to Kill'. This album solidified their position in the thrash metal scene as they refined their sound and lyrical themes, navigating the shift from raw aggression to more structured compositions.

How many songs are on Terrible Certainty?

Terrible Certainty has 13 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·60:10

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  • 1 Blind Faith Standout 4:04
  • 2 Storming With Menace 4:23
  • 3 Terrible Certainty 4:26
  • 4 As the World Burns 3:47
  • 5 Toxic Trace Standout 5:30
  • 6 No Escape 4:58
  • 7 One of Us 3:57
  • 8 Behind the Mirror 4:31
  • 9 Impossible to Cure 2:37
  • 10 Lambs to the Slaughter 3:32
  • 11 Terrible Certainty (live) 5:29
  • 12 Riot of Violence (live) Standout 5:39
  • 13 Awakening of the Gods (live) 7:10

Release Date

January 1, 1987

Genre

thrash metal

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Artist Origin

Germany

Runtime

60 min 10 sec