One of the legendary
thrash
bands of the '80s,
Kreator
is back in fine fashion with
Violent Revolution
. So strong is the album that it not only reclaims their previous glory, but even sets about to show a bit of one-upmanship on it. The album utilizes much of
's earlier musical leanings while moving the group forward into a new age. In fact, in many ways it seems as if
has taken lessons from recent releases that, while experimenting with new styles, left the band's old ways somewhat forgotten. By combining those
experimental
ideas with the old character,
has basically reinvented itself. What you have is something that should please all of
's old-time fans who may have felt a bit disenfranchised by the band's later works, while still creating a fresh sound. ~ Gary Hill