Name: The Legacy
Brand: Testament

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Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH

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Release date

1995-02-17

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7567817412

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75678174124

Artist

Testament

Label EU

Atlantic

Genre EU

Metal

Testament is a Thrash Metal band from San Francisco, California (USA). Formed in 1983 by Eric Peterson, Derrick Ramírez, and Mike Ronchette, the band underwent several lineup changes before settling on their current members. With their successful debut album "The Legacy" and subsequent albums like "Practice What You Preach," Testament became one of the world's biggest metal bands. Despite facing challenges such as lineup changes and record label issues, they have continued to create music that resonates with fans worldwide.

Throughout their career, Testament has showcased their unique sound within the Thrash Metal genre. Their music is characterized by heavy guitar riffs, powerful vocals by *Chuck Billy*, and intricate drumming. The band's discography includes standout albums like "The Ritual" and "The Gathering," which featured renowned musicians such as *Alex Skolnick* and *Dave Lombardo*. Testament's live performances are known for their energy and intensity, captivating audiences around the globe.

With influences ranging from Judas Priest to Slayer, Testament has carved out a distinct place in the metal scene. Fans of bands like Overkill, Exodus, and Anthrax will find themselves drawn to Testament's aggressive yet melodic sound. As pioneers of thrash metal alongside other notable acts like Kreator and Dark Angel, Testament continues to push boundaries while staying true to their roots.

Atlantic is a renowned US record label that was founded in 1947 by Ahmet Ertegun, Herb Abramson, and Miriam Abramson. Over the years, it has grown into one of the leading companies in the music industry, known for its commitment to artistry and quality. In 1967, Atlantic was purchased by Warner Bros. film studio and operated alongside ATCO Records as separate entities. The label continued to expand its influence when it acquired Elektra in 1970, forming the Warner-Elektra-Atlantic alliance.
Today, Atlantic remains a part of the Warner Music Group and forms the Atlantic Music Group along with Elektra, Rhino Records (2), Lava, and EastWest Records America. The label's iconic Saul Bass designed W logo was introduced in 1975. With a rich history spanning decades and an impressive roster of artists, Atlantic continues to be a powerhouse in the music industry.
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Testament is often credited as one of the most popular and influential bands of the thrash metal scene. Their debut album The Legacy immediately made an impact when it was first released in 1987. Music critic Alex Henderson of AllMusic gave it 4.5 out of 5 stars, praising the record for its “thrash circles” and for being “a relentlessly heavy and promising effort focusing on such subjects as the occult, witchcraft, nuclear war, and global destruction”.

The Legacy

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