Testament (band)
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| Testament | |
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 Testament in 2008 |
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| Background information | |
| Also known as | Legacy (1983–1986) |
| Origin | Berkeley, California, US |
| Genres | Thrash metal Speed metal Heavy metal Death metal (1997-1999, 2004) |
| Years active | 1983–present |
| Labels | Atlantic, Megaforce, Spitfire, Burnt Offerings, Nuclear Blast |
| Associated acts | Alex Skolnick Trio, Dragonlord, Dublin Death Patrol, Exodus, Megadeth, Slayer |
| Website | www.testamentlegions.com |
| Members | |
| Chuck Billy Eric Peterson Greg Christian Alex Skolnick Paul Bostaph |
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Testament is an American thrash metal band from Berkeley, California,[1] formed in 1983. They are often credited as one of the most popular bands of the 1980s thrash metal scene.[2][3][4] In the 30 years since its inception, Testament has had numerous lineup changes, and guitarist Eric Peterson has been the only constant member, although the band currently features three original members.
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Discography [change]
Studio albums [change]
| Year | Title |
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| 1987 | The Legacy |
| 1988 | The New Order |
| 1989 | Practice What You Preach |
| 1990 | Souls of Black |
| 1992 | The Ritual |
| 1994 | Low |
| 1997 | Demonic |
| 1999 | The Gathering |
| 2008 | The Formation of Damnation |
| 2012 | The Dark Roots of Earth |
References [change]
- ↑ "Decibel Magazine: Testament - The Legacy". Decibel magazine. 2010-03-07. Archived from the original on 2 January 2010. http://web.archive.org/web/20100102203520/http://decibelmagazine.com/Content.aspx?ncid=103433. Retrieved 2009-03-07.
- ↑ "Testament Biography". http://www.allmusic.com/artist/testament-p5622/biography. Retrieved 2011-02-27.
- ↑ "Tartarean Desire - Testament - Thrash metal band from USA". http://www.tartareandesire.com/bands/Testament/1582/. Retrieved 2011-02-27.
- ↑ "Testament Biography". http://www.sing365.com/music/lyric.nsf/Testament-Biography/69DD5543E937872448256CAE0027F7DD. Retrieved 2011-02-27.
