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Release date

2018-03-02

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NB4224-2

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Artist

Testament

Label EU

Nuclear Blast

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.

Nuclear Blast is a German independent label that specializes in metal and related music styles. Founded in 1987 by Markus Staiger, the label has become a prominent force in the metal industry. With their headquarters located in Donzdorf, Germany, Nuclear Blast Europe serves as a label, mailorder service, wholesale distributor, fulfillment service, and distribution center for several labels across Europe. In addition to their European presence, Nuclear Blast America operates as a US company with similar business tasks in collaboration with Century Media. They also have a South American branch working alongside Century Media.

A typical Nuclear Blast catalogue number follows the format "NB XXXX-F", where F represents the format of the release. This can vary but generally includes limited first editions (such as Digipak or O-Card) for both CD and DVD (-0), LPs or other vinyl formats (-1), jewelcase CDs or promo CDs/DVDs (-2), video tapes or tapes (-3/-4), box sets or limited mailorder editions with bonus CDs/DVDs (-5), some vinyl 7”s (-7), shape CDs (-8), and picture vinyls (-9). Earlier releases may only have three digits.

With an extensive catalog of metal music and an authoritative presence in the industry, Nuclear Blast continues to be a leading label for fans of heavy music

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The album "First Strike Still Deadly" is a compilation album released by Nuclear Blast. It features re-recorded versions of classic songs from Testament's early albums, giving them a fresh and updated sound.

With its release in 2001, "First Strike Still Deadly" offers fans a chance to revisit some of Testament's most beloved tracks from their debut album "The Legacy" and the follow-up "The New Order". The band decided to re-record these songs to showcase their growth as musicians and give the songs a modern production quality.

The album kicks off with the thunderous track "First Strike Is Deadly", setting the tone for what's to come. Each song on the album has been carefully reworked, adding new layers of intensity and precision to already powerful compositions. From the aggressive riffs of "Alone in the Dark" to the melodic hooks of "Trial by Fire", each track showcases Testament's signature blend of thrash metal and intricate songwriting.

One standout moment on the album is the reimagined version of "Into the Pit". The song retains its original energy and ferocity but benefits from improved production values, making it even more impactful than before. Another highlight is "Disciples of the Watch", which captures Testament at their finest with its infectious chorus and blistering guitar solos.

"First Strike Still Deadly" serves as both a celebration of Testament's early material and a testament to their enduring legacy in the world of heavy metal. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to their music, this compilation offers an exciting opportunity to experience these classic songs in a fresh way.

First Strike Still Deadly

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