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TESTAMENT - Souls Of Black · CD

Product information "TESTAMENT - Souls Of Black · CD"

Jewelcase CD.

Background information über 'Souls Of Black'

Released in 1990, "Souls Of Black" stands as Testament's fourth studio album and arguably one of their most commercially accessible yet musically devastating offerings. The Bay Area thrash legends crafted a collection that perfectly balances their signature aggressive approach with more streamlined songwriting, resulting in tracks like the haunting title track "Souls Of Black" and the relentless opener "Beginning Of The End". The album showcases Chuck Billy's commanding vocal presence alongside Alex Skolnick's intricate guitar work, creating a sound that's both technically proficient and emotionally resonant.

The record captures Testament at a pivotal moment in their career, demonstrating their ability to evolve while maintaining their thrash metal core. Songs like "Face In The Sky" and "The Legacy" highlight the band's knack for memorable hooks without sacrificing their edge, while deeper cuts such as "Malpractice" and "Seven Days Of May" reveal layers of complexity that reward repeated listening. The production strikes an ideal balance between clarity and heaviness, allowing every instrument to shine while preserving the raw energy that made Testament essential listening for metalheads worldwide.

For fans of: Exodus, Death Angel, Overkill, Kreator and Slayer

Track listing

  1. Beginning Of The End
  2. Face In The Sky
  3. Falling Fast
  4. Souls Of Black
  5. Absence Of Light
  6. Love To Hate
  7. Malpractice
  8. One Man's Fate
  9. The Legacy
  10. Seven Days Of May

Placer on the market according to GPSR: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbueren, Germany, Contact: fourflames.com

Artist: Testament
Label/Manufacturer: Atlantic
Genre: Thrash Metal

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