"Out of the Dark... Into the Light" Album Description:
In the realm of thrash metal, few bands have left an indelible mark as profound as Kreator. Their 12" Vinyl LP album, "Out of the Dark... Into the Light," stands as a testament to the band's prowess and innovation in the genre. This masterpiece not only encapsulates the raw energy of their studio recordings but also immortalizes a live performance, offering fans a multifaceted sonic experience.
Creation History: Unveiling the Layers of Artistry
The album's genesis traces back to May 1988, a pivotal moment in the band's career. The A-side, recorded and mixed at Musiclab Berlin, captures the essence of Kreator's studio finesse during that era. The German capital, known for its music scene, served as the backdrop for the creation of the album's studio tracks. Within the walls of Musiclab Berlin, the band meticulously crafted the sonic landscape of Side A, setting the stage for what would become a defining moment in thrash metal history.
The studio recordings on Side A showcase Kreator's commitment to pushing musical boundaries. The meticulous production and mixing at Musiclab Berlin allowed the band to explore and refine their sound, creating a sonic tapestry that would resonate with fans for decades to come.
Live Energy Unleashed: Dynamo Eindhoven, May 31, 1988
Learn all about the Dynamo Rock Festival in Eindhoven
Flipping the vinyl to Side B transports the listener to a different dimension of Kreator's artistry. Recorded live at "Dynamo" in Eindhoven on May 31, 1988, this side of the album captures the unbridled energy of a Kreator performance in its prime. The raw and unfiltered essence of a live show is palpable, transporting the audience to the heart of the mosh pit, where the intensity of the music reverberates through every soul present.
The live recording was a bold move, showcasing Kreator's confidence in their ability to deliver an unforgettable performance. Mixed at Sky Trak Studio Berlin in June 1988, the live tracks on Side B serve as a sonic time capsule, preserving the energy, passion, and sheer aggression of a Kreator concert during this pivotal moment in their career.
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Music Genre:
Thrash Metal, Heavy Metal
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Album Production Information:
The album: "KREATOR OUT OF THE DARK ... INTO THE LIGHT" was produced by:
Kreator and Harris Johns
Harris Johns – Producer, sound engineerIf your record has that gritty Berlin-concrete punch, there's a decent chance Johns was behind the glass. Read more... Harris Johns is the Berlin-bred producer/engineer who's been putting steel-toed boots on tape since 1978. I first clock him in the late 70s punk grind, then the early 80s when his Music Lab rooms started spitting out Slime (1983) and Daily Terror (1984). Mid-80s through the early 90s he helped define Teutonic thrash for the Noise Records crowd: Grave Digger and Helloween (1984-85), then Sodom, Kreator, Tankard, Voivod and Exumer (1986-88). He kept the soldering iron hot into the 90s-2000s (Sodom again, 1997-2001), later taking on international metal like Enthroned (2004-07). After a decade at his countryside "Spiderhouse," he reopened Music Lab Berlin in 2007 and ran it until 2016 - still producing and teaching the craft.
Sound/Recording Engineer(s):
Harris Johns
This album was recorded at:
MusicLab Berlin.
Mixed at MusicLab Berlin and Sky Trak Studio
Album cover design:
Schubert K. , Phil Lawvere
Phil Lawvere – Designer and Illustrator
Phil Lawvere, born 19 May 1962 in Berkeley, is an influential artist in metal album art, known for his dark and intricate designs that capture the raw energy of the genre. Influenced by H.R. Giger and Salvador Dalí, he created iconic covers like Kreator’s "Pleasure to Kill2. His work extends to logos for bands like Helloween, embedding his evocative style deeply within metal's visual culture.
Album photography: – Uwe "Buffo" Schnädelbach, Manfred Eisenblätter,
Uwe "Buffo" Schnädelbach - Photographer, editor, band manager (Tankard)
Uwe "Buffo" Schnädelbach is the kind of behind-the-scenes metal lifer I love: camera in one hand, scene control in the other. Since 1986 he's been Tankard's manager, while also writing/editing for Rock Hard, and his photos stamped the era on releases by Exumer (1986) and Kreator (1987-1988). I spot his credit in the sleeve notes and instantly expect sweat, denim, and flash-lit chaos. He kept snapping into the next wave too, with Blind Guardian credits from 1990-2003.
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Record Label & Catalognr:
Noise International N 0118-4
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Media Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram
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Year & Country:
1988 Germany
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