This album has the original rare album cover which was later replaced by the record company, without consent of Coroner
Album Summary: | The Swiss thrash trio Coroner were originally members of Celtic Frost's road crew. They eventually formed their own group. |
Music Genre: |
Swiss Thrash Metal Music |
Collector's info: |
This album includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by Coroner. |
Album Production Information: Produced and engineered by Guy Bidmead, Andreas Gerhard, Dexter, Karl Ulrich Walterbach. Guy Bidmead, producer and sound engineer has worked on the vinyl albums for several Hard Rock/Heavy Metal bands during the 1980s. These bands include: Motorhead, Wildfire, Trojan, Warfare, Exciter, Deaf Dealer, Coroner, Vanadium. Karl-Ulrich Walterbach founder and owner of "Noise" records ( Noise Records being a sub-label of Modern Music ). Producer and Executive producer of countless mainly Germany Heavy Metal albums. Andreas Gerhard (Real name: Gørdi Gerhardt) is from Switzerland. During the 1980s he engineered the sound for a dozen of heavy metal music albums, for bands like Coroner, Celtic Frost, and others. Micha Good is from Switzerland , in 1987 she design the cover for Celtic Frost's "The Collector's Celtic Frost (Single)" and designed the Logo's for "Coroner" |
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Label Information: |
Noise International N 0119-1 |
Media Format: |
12" Vinyl LP Gramophone |
Year & Country: |
1988 Made in Germany |
Band Members and Musicians on: Coroner Punishment for Decadence |
Ron Royce (real name: Ron Broder) vocals and bass guitar player with the Swiss Thrash Metal band "Coroner" since 1984. Tommy T. Baron (real name: Thomas Vetterli) guitar player with the Swiss Thrash Metal band "Coroner" since 1985. Marquis Marky (real-name Marky Edelmann) drummer with the Swiss Thrash Metal band Coroner from 1983 till 1996. Also responsible for Coroner's album cover design during the 1980. designed album cover for "Celtic Frost's" album "Tragic Serenades". |
Track Listing of: Coroner Punishment for Decadence |
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Photo of the band: Coroner on the album back cover |
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Photo of the custommer inner sleeve |
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Photo of Record Label
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The Swiss band CORONER is one of the most unique and influential bands in the history of heavy metal. Formed in Zurich in 1983, the band was comprised of Tommy Vetterli (guitar), Ron Broder (drums), and Marky Edelmann (bass/vocals). Their style combined elements of thrash metal, progressive rock, and classical music, creating a sound that was both aggressive and sophisticated.
From their debut album "R.I.P." (1987) to their final release "Grin" (1993), CORONER consistently pushed the boundaries of what was possible within the heavy metal genre. They were known for their complex arrangements, technical precision, and socially conscious lyrics. Their music was characterized by intricate guitar riffs, intricate bass lines, and powerful drumming, all of which were brought to life through their masterful musicianship.
What set CORONER apart from many of their contemporaries was their willingness to experiment and innovate. Their music was not limited to the traditional structures and conventions of heavy metal. Instead, they incorporated elements of jazz, classical music, and even electronic music into their sound, creating a unique and dynamic musical language.
In addition to their musical prowess, CORONER also tackled a variety of social and political issues in their lyrics. Their songs dealt with topics such as environmentalism, war, and the human condition, reflecting a depth and maturity that was rare within the heavy metal genre.
Despite their critical acclaim and influence on the heavy metal scene, CORONER never achieved the commercial success of some of their peers. However, their legacy lives on in the music of countless bands that have been inspired by their innovative approach to heavy metal.
In recent years, CORONER has enjoyed a resurgence in popularity, with many of their classic albums being reissued and new fans discovering their unique sound. While the band has not released any new music since 1993, they remain an important and beloved part of the heavy metal canon, and their influence continues to be felt to this day.
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