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01. "Evidence of abominations" 02. "Defying man's creation" 03. "Baptized in decadence" 04. "Mortify their flesh" 05. "Traumatic paralyzed mind" 06. "Excruciating commands" 07. "World dies screaming" 08. "Signs of the decline" 09. "Civilisation In Regression" 10. "Full frontal assault" 11. "Gods Of Hate (Live At Jugendzentrum, St. Ingbert, Germany / 1991)" 12. "Full Of Hatred (Live At Jugendzentrum, St. Ingbert, Germany / 1991)"
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 | | Description: | Signs Of The Decline (re-Issue + Bonus) by Massacra, released 30 May 2014, includes the following tracks: "Baptized In Decadence", "Traumatic Paralyzed Mind", "World Dies Screaming", "Civilization In Regression" and more.
This version of Signs Of The Decline (re-Issue + Bonus) comes as a 1xCD. - ..DECLINE2014 reissue with 2 live bonus tracks. Century Media.Released in a standard jewel case with a 24-page booklet containing interviews, rare photos, fanzine snippets, and lyrics for the album tracks.
Tracks 1 to 10 produced in 1992 at T&T Recording Studio, Germany.
Tracks 11 and 12 are bonus tracks. Recorded live in Germany, June 1991. Taken from the "[url=https://www.discogs.com/Various-Christmas-Pandemonium/release/4109623]Christmas Pandemonium[/url]" Bootleg CD-Compilation (1992).
All tracks remastered in October 2013.
Printed on the rear cover:
© &? 2014 Century Media Records Ltd.
Manufactured in Germany
Printed inside the booklet: In memory of Fred "Death" Daval, 1967 - 1997
Printed on the back of the booklet: In memory of Tim Buktu (1958 - 2011)
Catalog# 9984082 printed on the disc and both spines.
Track 7 is misspelled as "Worlds Dies Screaming" inside the booklet (lyrics section).
The last page of the booklet mentions "All tracks mastered by Patrick W. Engel at Temple Of Disharmony, October 2013", whilst on the jewel case sticker, on Century Media's web page, as well as on Patrick W. Engel's web page, it is mentioned that the tracks were re-mastered by Patrick. The credit on the release booklet is not a typo. Patrick remastered everything from album tracks to the bonus tracks included on the CD, however, according to Century Media, he preferred to be credited with just ?all tracks mastered??.
Stefan Franke, credited on the release with the reissue concept and product coordination, compiled all the parts from the band (audio/visual material), arranged and corrected all texts, came up with the ideas for the layout and worked that out with the Century Media graphic department, got the original LPs from friends to scan, reached out to collectors to get rare photos, handled all communication with guitarist Jean-Marc Tristani and collected stuff from him, and basically coordinated and advised everything around this reissue.
Fred Death is mentioned with his correct surname on this release on the tribute page. His surname was never Duval, but Daval.
R"Signs Of The Decline (Re-Issue+Bonus)" on CD captures one of the key milestones in the career of the French extreme metal band Massacra. Originally released in the early 1990s, this album documents the band's transition from raw, ruthless death/thrash towards a more structured and mature sound, without sacrificing the intensity and darkness that made them a cult name in the underground. Fast, razor-sharp riffs, relentless drumming and harsh vocals combine to create an atmosphere of social decay and existential despair, reflected in the album's title and lyrics. This re-issue edition enhances the value of the original with carefully selected bonus material (such as additional tracks or alternative versions, depending on the edition), offering both long-time fans and new listeners a deeper insight into the creative period surrounding the album.
The CD format underscores the dense, aggressive production with a powerful, clear sound that preserves the rawness of the early 90s while benefiting from modern remastering standards, if applied. "Signs Of The Decline (Re-Issue+Bonus)" is an essential piece for fans of classic, uncompromising death/thrash metal and for collectors who want to complete their understanding of the evolution of European extreme metal.
Massacra are considered one of the pioneering bands of the French extreme metal scene. Emerging from the late 1980s underground, they quickly gained recognition with a series of brutal and technically ambitious releases that earned them an international following in death and thrash metal circles. Their albums from this era are frequently cited as influential reference points for later generations of bands, particularly for their blend of speed, aggression and dark, socially critical themes.
Century Media Catalog, the manufacturer behind this re-issue, is part of the renowned Century Media sphere, a label and catalog organization known for its dedication to metal and heavy music. Over the years, Century Media has built a strong reputation for high-quality reissues, extensive catalog work and careful handling of genre-defining albums. Releases under the Century Media Catalog banner often feature improved sound, detailed packaging and a collector-oriented approach that respects the legacy of the original recordings while making them accessible to new audiences. With this CD edition of "Signs Of The Decline (Re-Issue+Bonus)", Century Media Catalog once again underlines its role as a key curator and preserver of metal history. |  | | No. of tracks: |
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9984082 |
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