TESTAMENT

Release Year: 1988
Artist Origin: USA
Style: fundamental inflaming relentless thrash metal

relentless, savage, vigorous energy spreading sophomore full-length is deservedly considered one of the most significant releases in the entire Bay Area thrash metal history - memorable riffs, igniting rhythmics, sweeping solos by highly skilled for their age Skolnick and Peterson guitar duo, and trademark, exceptionally infectious singing style of Billy make this an ultimate must, while varied textures, idiosyncratic and quite complex songwriting, small surprise in Aerosmith Nobody's Fault cover, and strong performance make this release a rock solid masterpiece, developing a characteristic dangerous, poignant vibe the rest of Testament catalog keeps maintaining; recent European edition comes with authentic design