01. "Intro... Unleashed (Upon mankind)" 02. "What dwells within" 03. "The shreds of sanity" 04. "Profane creation" 05. "Final revelation" 06. "Cenotaph" 07. "War master" 08. "Rebirth of humanity" 09. "Afterlife"
Description:
"War Master" is a seminal LP by British death metal band Bolt Thrower, released by the influential label Earache. This album captures the band at a pivotal creative peak, combining crushing mid-tempo grooves, dense riff work and a suffocating warlike atmosphere. The songs unfold like campaigns on a battlefield: heavy, repetitive guitar lines, thunderous bass and relentless drumming are crowned by Karl Willetts' commanding growls, creating a cohesive, immersive listening experience that feels both brutal and focused. The production emphasizes weight and clarity, giving each riff room to hit with full impact while maintaining the gritty edge that defines classic death metal. Lyrically and atmospherically, "War Master" centers on the themes that made Bolt Thrower unique: mechanized warfare, devastation and the futility of conflict, all evoked with vivid, almost cinematic imagery. For fans and collectors of extreme music, this LP edition offers the ideal format to experience the album's massive sound, with the analog warmth and dynamic range that highlight the band's layered songwriting. More than three decades after its original release period, "War Master" is still widely regarded as one of the essential records of old-school death metal and a cornerstone in Bolt Thrower's catalog.
Bolt Thrower emerged from the UK underground in the late 1980s and quickly became one of the most respected names in death metal. Known for their consistent war-themed concept, instantly recognizable riffs and refusal to compromise, the band built a loyal global following with albums like "Realm of Chaos", "War Master", "The IVth Crusade" and "...For Victory". Their discography is characterized by artistic integrity and a steady evolution of sound rather than sudden trends, which has earned Bolt Thrower an enduring cult status long after they ceased recording and touring. Their songs are frequently cited as key influences by later generations of death and extreme metal bands, and "War Master" in particular is often highlighted as a benchmark release in the genre.
Earache Records, the manufacturer of this LP, is one of the pioneering labels in extreme music and especially in death metal and grindcore. Founded in the UK in the 1980s, Earache played a decisive role in bringing underground bands to international attention and helped define the sound of an entire era. By investing in high-quality pressings and reissues of landmark albums, the label has become synonymous with authoritative editions of classic extreme metal releases. With "War Master" on LP, Earache continues its legacy of preserving important works in a format prized by collectors and audiophiles alike.
Metal
55.958
- Black Metal 3.564- Death Metal/Gothic 2.893- Doom Metal 1.003- Gothic 158- Gothic Metal 290- Grind Core 166- Hard Rock 8.929- Hardcore 2.419- Heavy Metal 31.973- New Metal 253- Power Metal 624- Rock Crossover 107- Thrash Metal 2.332Songwriter 3.446
