Destruction - Live Without Sense - 12" Vinyl LP Album

Destruction's "Live Without Sense" 12" Vinyl LP, released in the late '80s, is a thrash metal gem. The gatefold cover, with captivating artwork and photography of the 1987-1988 tour dates, visually enhances the album. Meticulously crafted, it reflects the band's energy and historical journey. This iconic release intertwines music and visuals, creating a collector's delight for fans of Destruction and thrash metal vinyl enthusiasts.

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"Live Without Sense" Album Description:

The release of Destruction's "Live Without Sense" on 12" Vinyl LP stands as a testament to the band's prowess in the thrash metal genre during the late 1980s. This iconic album not only encapsulates the raw energy of Destruction's live performances but also reflects the creative and artistic decisions made during its creation.

The gatefold cover design, featuring an FOC (Fold-Out Cover) format, plays a crucial role in setting the visual tone for the album. The use of this format allows for a larger canvas to showcase intricate artwork and captivating photography, providing fans with a visually immersive experience. In the case of "Live Without Sense," the cover design becomes a piece of art in itself, contributing to the overall aesthetic appeal of the vinyl release.

The artwork featured on the cover is a crucial element in conveying the essence of Destruction's music and live performances. The imagery chosen often reflects the intensity and aggression synonymous with thrash metal. The selection of an impactful visual representation is integral to capturing the attention of potential listeners and conveying the sonic intensity that awaits within the grooves of the vinyl.

Additionally, the inclusion of photography on the inside cover pages, featuring Destruction's 1987-1988 tour dates, adds a historical dimension to the album. It serves as a visual documentation of the band's journey during that specific period, offering fans a glimpse into the live experiences and venues that shaped Destruction's musical identity. This kind of detail not only enhances the collector's value of the vinyl but also provides a nostalgic journey for longtime fans who may have attended those shows.

Music Genre:

German Thrash Metal 

Album Production Information:

The album: "Live Without Sense" was produced by: Harry, Mike, Olly, Schmier and Rainer

Rainer Hänsel (1954-2017) - Producer

Herwig Ursin - Sound Engineer

Martin Knauerhase - Sound Engineer

Joachim Luetke - Album artwork

Joachim Luetke a painter, sculptor from German origin and now living in Vienna, Austria. In the 1980s known for his album covers for Destruction, "Mekong Delta" and Rage. In later periods he did album covers for bands like "Dimmu Borgir" , "Kreator", etc.

Record Label:  Steamhammer SPV 08-7578
Packaging: This album also includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details 

Media Format:

  12" Vinyl Full-Length Stereo LP  Gramophone Record
Album weight: 270 gram  

Year and Country:

  1989 Made in West Germany  
Band Members and Musicians on: Destruction Live Without Sense
    Destruction's Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Tommy Sandmann - Drums
  • Marcel "Schmier" Schirmer - Vocals, Bass

    Schmier (real-name: Marcel Schirmer) vocals and bass player with the German Thrash Metal band "Destruction". He was one of the founding members of Destruction, which he left around 1989 to from the German Metal band "Headhunter" (not to be confused with Swiss band with the same name. Around 1999 he rejoined Destruction. Bands he has sung and played in are: Bassinvaders, Destruction, Headhunter (DEU), Pänzer (DEU).

  • Mike Sifringer - Guitars
  • Harry Wilkins - Guitars

    Harry Wilkens (full name: Harald Heinrich Wilkens) - Guitarist with Destruction from 1987 until 1990.

Complete Track Listing of: "Live Without Sense"

The Song/tracks on "Live Without Sense" are

    Side One:
  • Curse the Gods
  • Unconscious Ruins
  • Invincible Force
  • Dissatisfied Existence
  • Reject Emotions
    Side Two:
  • Eternal Ban
  • Mad Butcher
  • Pink Panther
  • Life without Sense
  • In the Mood
  • Release from Agony
  • Bestial Invasion
Album Cover Photo Gallery of: Destruction Live Without Sense
Photo of "Live Without Sense" Album's Front Cover 
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Photo of "Live Without Sense" Album's Back Cover  
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Photo of "Live Without Sense" Album's Inner Sleeve  
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Close-up Photo of "Live Without Sense" Record Label 

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Photo of the original custom inner sleeve 

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Enlarged photo of the record's label 

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