Kreator

Kreator stands as one of the undisputed pioneers and architects of German thrash metal, whose uncompromising brutality and technical perfection have defined the extreme metal scene for over four decades. Founded in 1982 by Mille Petrozza in Essen, the formation evolved from raw beginnings as Tormentor into one of the most influential and enduring institutions in German metal.

The early classics Endless Pain (1985) and Pleasure to Kill (1986) established Kreator as one of the "Big Four" of the German thrash metal movement alongside Destruction, Sodom, and Tankard. Milos "Mille" Petrozza's characteristic razor-sharp riff architecture and distinctive vocal delivery fundamentally shaped the sound of an entire generation. Progressive development through works like Terrible Certainty (1987) and the monumental Coma of Souls (1990) demonstrated the continuous evolution of their compositional abilities. After more experimental phases in the 90s, Kreator returned to their thrash roots with Violent Revolution (2001), initiating a renaissance that continues to this day.

With the upcoming sixteenth studio album Krushers Of The World (January 2026) via Nuclear Blast Records, Kreator continues their unparalleled career, characterized by constant willingness to innovate while maintaining their artistic integrity.

Discography

1985 - Endless Pain (Noise Records)
1986 - Pleasure to Kill (Noise Records)
1987 - Terrible Certainty (Noise Records)
1989 - Extreme Aggression (Noise Records)
1990 - Coma of Souls (Noise Records)
1992 - Renewal (Noise Records)
1995 - Cause for Conflict (Gun Records)
1997 - Outcast (Gun Records)
1999 - Endorama (Gun Records)
2001 - Violent Revolution (SPV Records)
2005 - Enemy of God (SPV Records)
2009 - Hordes of Chaos (SPV Records)
2012 - Phantom Antichrist (Nuclear Blast Records)
2017 - Gods of Violence (Nuclear Blast Records)
2022 - Hate Über Alles (Nuclear Blast Records)
2026 - Krushers Of The World (Nuclear Blast Records)

EPs
1986 - Flag of Hate (Noise Records)
1987 - Out of the Dark... Into the Light (Noise Records)
1988 - Blitzkrieg (Noise Records)

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KREATOR · Krushers Of The World | 2CD DIGIPAK

Limited edition digipak with bonus CD “Krushing Classics: 1985-1990” live album, recorded on 70.000 Tons Of Metal in 2023. Background information about 'Krushers Of The World' The German thrash metal…

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KREATOR · Krushers Of The World | CD

CD in standard jewelcase packaging. Background information about 'Krushers Of The World' The German thrash metal titans Kreator return with a vengeance on "Krushers Of The World", delivering…

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KREATOR · Krushers Of The World | RED LP

Red vinyl in standard sleeve with embossed logo and 4 page booklet in LP format. Background information about 'Krushers Of The World' The German thrash metal titans Kreator return with a vengeance on…

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KREATOR · Enemy Of God (Remastered) | CD

Jewelcase CD. Tracklist: 01. Enemy Of God 02. Impossible Brutality 03. Suicide Terrorist 04. World Anarchy 05. Dystopia 06. Voices Of The Dead 07. Murder Fantasies 08. When Death Takes It's Dominion 09.…

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KREATOR · Enemy Of God (Remastered) | TRANSPARENT YELLOW 2LP

Transparent yellow double-vinyl in gatefold sleeve. Background information about 'Enemy Of God (Remastered)' Kreator's "Enemy Of God" stands as one of the German thrash titans' most ferocious…

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KREATOR · Hordes Of Chaos (Remastered) | CD

Jewelcase CD. Background information about 'Hordes Of Chaos (Remastered)' When German thrash legends Kreator unleashed "Hordes of Chaos" back in 2009, they delivered a masterclass in modern…

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KREATOR · Hordes Of Chaos (Remastered) | TRANSPARENT YELLOW LP

Transparent yellow vinyl. Background information about 'Hordes Of Chaos (Remastered)' Kreator's 'Hordes of Chaos' is a relentless thrash metal assault that captures the raw energy and aggression of the…

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KREATOR · Violent Revolution | TRANSPARENT YELLOW 2P

Transparent yellow double-vinyl in gatefold sleeve. Background information about 'Violent Revolution' Released in 2001, "Violent Revolution" marked a triumphant return to form for German thrash…

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KREATOR · Live At Dynamo Open Air 1997 | BLACK LP

Black vinyl in gatefold sleeve. Dr. Wagner, Part 3 Terrorzone Lost Leave This World Behind Phobia Black Sunrise Choir of the Damned Pleasure To Kill Whatever It May Take Extreme Aggression Renewal Background…

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KREATOR · Live At Dynamo Open Air 1997 | CD

Dr. Wagner, Part 3 Terrorzone Lost Leave This World Behind Phobia Black Sunrise Choir of the Damned Pleasure To Kill Whatever It May Take Extreme Aggression Renewal

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KREATOR · Live At Dynamo Open Air 1998 | ORANGE/BROWN LP

Orange/brown marbled vinyl in gatefold cover. Background information about 'Live At Dynamo Open Air 1998' What a phenomenal capture of Kreator at their absolute peak! This live recording from Dynamo Open…

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KREATOR · Bonecrushing Rehearsals '85 | BLACK LP

Black vinyl with 4 page insert, poster. Fully remastered by Patrick W. Engel. Background information about 'Bonecrushing Rehearsals '85' Before Kreator became the undisputed kings of Teutonic thrash metal,…

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KREATOR · Bonecrushing Rehearsals '85 | WHITE LP

White vinyl, limited to 500 copies. Background information about 'Bonecrushing Rehearsals '85' Before Kreator became the undisputed kings of Teutonic thrash metal, they were a hungry young band grinding…

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TORMENTOR / KREATOR · Bonecrushing Demos & Rehearsals '84-'85 | CD

CD with slipcase. Background information about 'Bonecrushing Demos & Rehearsals '84-'85' Raw, unfiltered, and absolutely devastating – this collection captures the embryonic fury of German thrash…

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KREATOR · Hate Über Alles | RED/WHITE DLP

Red-white bi-coloured double vinyl. A 01 Sergio Corbucci Is Dead 02 Hate Über Alles 03 Killer Of Jesus 04 Crush The Tyrants B 05 Strongest Of The Strong 06 Become Immortal 07 Conquer And Destroy 08 Midnight…

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KREATOR · Hate Über Alles | CD

Sergio Corbucci Is Dead Hate Über Alles Killer Of Jesus Crush The Tyrants Strongest Of The Strong Become Immortal Conquer And Destroy Midnight Sun Demonic Future Pride Comes Before The Fall Dying Planet…

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KREATOR · Hate Über Alles | DIGIBOOK CD

Digibook CD. Sergio Corbucci Is Dead Hate Über Alles Killer Of Jesus Crush The Tyrants Strongest Of The Strong Become Immortal Conquer And Destroy Midnight Sun Demonic Future Pride Comes Before The Fall…

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KREATOR · Violent Revolution | DLP

Black double vinyl. Tracklist LP 1 A1. Reconquering The Throne A2. The Patriarch A3. Violent Revolution A4. All Of The Same Blood B1. Servant In Heaven - King In Hell B2. Second Awakening B3. Ghetto War…

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KREATOR · Violent Revolution | RED 2LP

Red double vinyl in gatefold cover. Limited to 500 copies. Background information about 'Violent Revolution' When Kreator unleashed "Violent Revolution" in 2001, they didn't just return to their…

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KREATOR · Behind The Mirror | PICTURE 12" SINGLE

Picture vinyl. A 1. Behind The Mirror B 2. Gangland Background information about 'Behind The Mirror' Picture vinyl

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KREATOR · Terrible Certainty (Remastered) | BLACK DLP

LP1 1 Blind Faith 2 Storming With Menace 3 Terrible Certainty 4 As The World Burns 5 Toxic Trace 6 No Escape 7 One Of Us 8 Behind The Mirror LP2 1 Impossible To Cure 2 Lambs To The Slaughter 3 Terrible…

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KREATOR · Phantom Antichrist | CD

1 - Mars Mantra 1:18 2 - Phantom Antichrist 4:31 3 - Death To The World 4:53 4 - From Flood Into Fire 5:26 5 - Civilisation Collapse 4:13 6 - United In Hate 4:31 7 - The Few, The Proud, The Broken…

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KREATOR · Logo Cut-Out | PATCH

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