Coroner - Punishment for Decadence uncensored front cover 12" VINYL LP ALBUM

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Album Description:	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. Recorded and mixed at Sky Trak Studios, Berlin, May 1988. 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 is a prominent figure in the German heavy metal music scene. He is best known as the founder and owner of Noise Records, a renowned record label that played a significant role in the development and promotion of heavy metal music, particularly in Germany. Walterbach founded Noise Records in 1983 in Berlin, Germany. The label quickly gained recognition for signing and releasing albums by some of the most influential bands in the heavy metal genre. Under Walterbach's leadership, Noise Records became synonymous with the German thrash metal movement of the 1980s, which included bands like Helloween, Kreator, and Running Wild. more... Walterbach's vision and passion for heavy metal music led him to become not only a label owner but also a producer and executive producer for numerous albums. He played a crucial role in shaping the sound and production of many German heavy metal records during the 1980s and 1990s. These albums, along with countless others, played a crucial role in establishing Noise Records as a powerhouse label for heavy metal music. Walterbach's dedication to the genre and his ability to spot and nurture talent helped shape the landscape of German heavy metal. However, it's important to note that Noise Records faced financial difficulties in the late 1990s, leading to its acquisition by Sanctuary Records in 2001. Despite the label's eventual dissolution, Walterbach's contributions to the heavy metal music industry and his impact on the German scene remain significant. His work as a producer and executive producer, as well as his role in founding and running Noise Records, solidified his reputation as a key figure in the history of German heavy metal. 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"
Record 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 - Vocals/Bass
Tommy T.Baron - Guitars
Marquis Marky - Drums

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

Intro 0:13 (unlisted on album cover)
Absorbed 3:43
Masked Jackal 4:47
Arc-Lite 3:20
Skeleton on Your Shoulder 5:34
Sudden Fall 4:50
Shadow of a Lost Dream 4:32
The New Breed 4:53
Voyage to Eternity 3:42

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Index of CORONER Vinyl Album Discography and Album Cover Gallery

Coroner Band Information:

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.

Coroner Discography:

CORONER - No More Color

Noise International N 0138-1 / NUK 138 / Dark Wings Inc. , 1989 , Germany

"No More Color" is the third official full-length album, released by the Swiss Thrash Metal band Coroner.

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CORONER - Punishment For Decadence

Noise International N 0119-1 , 1988 , Germany

This edition of "Punishment of Decadence" has the original ( banned ) album cover, which was later replaced by the record company, without consent of Coroner

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CORONER - R.I.P.

Noise International N 0075 , 1987 , Germany

R.I.P. is the first album released by the Swiss thrash metal trio, Coroner. This album marks the first chapter of the band's progression

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