“The Legacy” + “The New Order” REMASTERED
Out on July 12th, 2024
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Testament @ Nuclear Blast Records
Biography
Chuck Billy | vocals
Eric Peterson | guitar
Alex Skolnick | guitars
Steve DiGiorgio | bass
Chris Dovas | drums
TESTAMENT is an undisputed titan of thrash metal. One of the definitive acts of the historic and high-octane genre since they first emerged from the San Francisco Bay Area in 1983, the modern icons established themselves with a series of classic records (released each year from 1987 through 1990). They never wavered creatively, unleashing one acclaimed album after another across four decades.
The band’s nearly 3 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone is a clear demonstration of the enduring strength of the Testament legions. Testament’s biggest anthems run the gamut of their storied career, from early classics like “Over the Wall” and “Into the Pit,” late ‘90s bangers like “Down for Life,” through modern scorchers like “For the Glory of…” and “Brotherhood of the Snake.”
An internationally recognized heavy metal institution, Testament regularly appears as a headlining mainstage act at major festivals. Over the years, they’ve toured alongside Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Korn, Slayer, Megadeth, Anthrax, and Lamb Of God, among other contemporaries.
Charismatic frontman Chuck Billy’s distinctive voice infuses their signature sound with rich and diverse textures. Primary songwriter and cofounding guitarist Eric Peterson summons endlessly timeless riffs on command. Alex Skolnick, named one of the greatest of all time by Guitar World, was just 18 years old when Testament recorded their debut, The Legacy (1987). Longtime bassist Steve Di Giorgio (Sadus, Death, Obituary) brings rhythmic heft and fluid dexterity to the proceedings.
Drummer Chris Dovas, the band’s newest (and youngest) addition, adds his own passionate bombast while honoring the astounding legacy of former Testament drummers. (An alumnus including past and present members of Slayer, White Zombie, Dethklok, and Machine Head, among others.)
Both The Legacy (1987) and The New Order (1988) were inducted into Decibel Magazine’s prestigious Hall Of Fame, alongside albums from Metallica, Black Sabbath, and Motörhead. Revolver included The New Order on their list of 14 Thrash Albums You Need to Own. Guitar World recognized Practice What You Preach (1989) as one of the Top 10 Shred Albums of the Eighties. Souls of Black (1990) entered the Billboard 200 at No. 73; The Ritual (1992) debuted at No. 55. Guitar World called Low (1994) one of the Iconic Albums That Defined 1994. Demonic (1997) and The Gathering (1999) saw Testament mining new depths of extremity without sacrificing their bluesy swagger.
The Formation of Damnation (2008) won Best Album at Metal Hammer’s Golden Gods Awards, beating out records from Avenged Sevenfold, Children Of Bodom, Atreyu, and Down. Released nearly 30 years after the band’s formation, Dark Roots of Earth (2012) became their highest-charting album yet, moving more than 20,000 copies during its first week in the US and debuting at No. 12.
Brotherhood of the Snake (2016) enjoyed another Top 20 debut and hit No. 1 on the Independent chart. Titans of Creation (2020) joined year-end lists in Consequence, Loudwire, and Metal Hammer.
As the band gears up for a fall 2024 co-headlining tour with Kreator dubbed Klash Of The Titans, Testament continues work on their next studio album, which promises to become another modern classic. During the tour, the band will perform an “old-school set” celebrating the forthcoming remastered reissues of their landmark first two albums, The Legacy and The New Order.
The worldwide Testament Legions only continues to grow with renewed fervor and passion as one of the definitive acts of modern heavy metal marches forward, never wavering and always crushing.
[new bio by Ryan J. Downey, written 5/24/2024]
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Tonight! Another sold out show with our brothers in @anthrax and @kreatorofficial
If you’ve been sleeping on tickets for upcoming shows; DON’T!
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I've got a ticket also. Standing if anyone's interested?
Bloody brilliant at Wolverhampton last night 🤘
You're sold out also in Milan.. see you there 🖤🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
Are you going Gordon Masterton?
Just hit London, see y'all later...
We are here 🤘♥️🤘♥️
Testament is the best forever Testament
See you Monday 🤟
Anyone looking for tickets I’ve got extra tickets
In Polish 🇵🇱 it sounds as follows: Święto Thrashu. ❤️
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Anyone looking for tickets I’ve got extra tickets tonight
Unfortunately I won't be able to attend this event anymore looking for someone who can take my place. Ready to sell them for low price not looking for something much. Message me and like my comment if you're interested
Selling my tickets incase anyone is interested. please like and pm.
If anyone is willing to gift me a seating ticket feel free to DM me. I have a standing ticket and an injury but haven’t managed to get a swap🤘🏽
Anyone still looking for tickets? I’ve got 2tix (seats) available for sale if anyone is interested
I have 3 🎟️ tickets for sale pm anyone interested in buying them off please
Heartbroken to miss the event, but life had other plans. Selling 4 tickets at face value (no profit). Seeking refund advice or kind buyers to take them off my hands.💕👏🤭🤝 Please message me if interested! Like this comment so l get notified.❣️❣️
I’m happy to transfer my 4x tickets to anyone who's interested.... I can also sell them separately if need 1,2 or 4! We can't attend anymore because of family engagement. Contact me directly if you want them. 🥳🙏❤️
Selling my extra tickets if anyone need any kindly message me for details
We just can’t attend anymore, Please let me know if you know anyone who’s looking for Tickets or if you’d possible want to take them off me.Like,Comments and PM me..I’ll make a great deal. Thanks😊
I'm selling my tickets for face value interested buyers should please message me
I've got 5 tickets for sale , DM if you are interested pls.
Incase you are yet to get tickets,i have 4 tickets for sale. I would be happy to transfer mine to you unfortunately plans change and we can’t make it.I’m up for negotiation…Thanks
Could anyone possibly be interested in purchasing 4 tickets please unfortunately plans changed we can’t attend anymore😞message me if interested. Thanks
LONDON! Come bang your heads with us tonight!
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📸 Stephanie Cabral
Wolverhampton show was absolutely epic. Honestly one of the best shows I've ever attended. Such a great combination of 3 bands at the top of their game playing their own unique brand of thrash metal 🤘
These guys rocked Wolverhampton last night
Great show in Wolverhampton guys...total metal...Kreator also 4kin awesome..just don't think Anthrax could follow that in my opinion..
You guys were lethal in Manchester! 🤘🤘
Awesome show last night in Wolverhampton
See you in a bit 🤘
My first time seeing you guys last night in Wolverhampton. Awesome show by all 3 bands. London, you’re in for a treat 🤘😎
Best band at Wolverhampton last night hearing Electic Crown and Low was simply awesome definitely don’t deserve to be the opening band
On my way via the pub for the football! Testament 2016 tour shirt on from the Brooklyn Bowl, London 02 where I got to go bowling with the band! Amazing and surreal experience! Horns up!
Awesome in Wolverhampton last night. Thanks for coming guys 🤘🤘🤘🔥
Amazing show in Manchester 🤘🤘
Looking forward to your set tonight
On my way. Don't start without me 😉
Great pic! 🖤🤘
Looking Forward to seeing them in Frankfurt again
See you later 🖤🤘🖤
See you soon 🤘🤘
The Best Band in thrash!
Amazing last night in Wolverhampton thank you boys
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Looking forward to it! What time are you on tonight?
Night 1 Manchester in the books!
Tonight we’re in Wolverhampton UK! 🔥
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#Testament #ThrashMetal #MetalTour #Pyro
Best time ever seen you guys , the sound was so clear for all three bands was one of best gigs ever been too 🤘
Wolverhampton was awesome, all three bands were amazing
Can someone tell me what time the bands came on last night in Manchester please. Mad rush home from work to get up to Wolves for tonight's gig 🤘🏻
You were absolutely world class last night guys! Wolverhampton didn’t know what hit it! 🤘🏻🤘🏻
Any idea who is headlining london? If anthrax come on at 9.50 like in Manchester.. might have to leave early to get the train 🙁
What time did you start, asking for the Glasgow gig?
Awesome gig last night all 3 bands were great 🤘🧙♂️🤘
Awesome gig, missed the start of the set with traffic delays but you guys rocked as always! Such right dynamic live unit, hugely impressive!
Fantastic gig last night hopefully Testament will be touring again soon as that was first time I’ve seen them but definitely not the last.
I was there, it was awesome! 1st time seeing Testament, won’t be the last…!! Also, Kreator were amazing, don’t know about Anthrax, we left before they came on!!
Amazing show guys, top night cheers 🍻
Man...had tickets for St Pete show, but hurricane washed out the show. Hope their next tour included St Pete/Tampa.
Superb gig in Manchester. Been looking forward to this since announced 🤘🤘🤘
Saw Testament 2 months ago, don’t miss them rage though an old school setlist, it’s the best!
Absolutely smashed it guys loved every minute.
Looking forward to seeing you in Glasgow 🤘🤘🤘
I remember hearing the new order record when it first came out in uk. Heavy as, and been a fan ever since
Hit hard tonight in Wolverhampton circle pit was amazing
Missed all of your set with major disruption on the trains just made it for kreator and anthrax😭 but i did see you guys at Rockstadt Extreme Fest this year always epic 🤘
Well worth a trip to Manchester. All three bands killed it.
Glad I made the trip, awesome all round 🤘🤘🤘🙂👍
Did both. Awesome.
Did both. Awesome.
Excellent show
Saw Testament last night, excellent gig🤘🤘
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Contact Information
Bookings:
Dominik Meyer / Cobra Agency GmbH (Europe)
Scott Sokol / Pinnacle Entertainment (USA)
Business Management:
Zeisler, Zeisler, Rawson & Johnson LLP
Band Management:
FM Music Management
Frank Mastalerz frank@fmmusicmanagement.com
J.B jeff@fmmusicmanagement.com
Promotion & Press inquires:
Arne Jamelle arne@nuclearblast.de for Europe
Kristin Torres at Nuclear Blast USA Kristin@nuclearblastusa.com
Social Media:
Jackie Dusza duszajackie@gmail.com
Web:
info@darkgrove.net (only website related matters)
Other inquires:
Ms. A webmaster@testamentlegions.com