“The Legacy” + “The New Order” REMASTERED
Out on July 12th, 2024
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Testament @ Nuclear Blast Records
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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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Stoked to play Sick New World 2025! We hit the stage Saturday April 12th. Tickets are on sale now! Don't miss out! www.sicknewworldfest.com/
You deserve to headline this. You guys blow Metallica away. 💯
You guys and Exodus should be headlining.
You guys were amazing in Dallas last night!
Badass show in san antonio
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I bought 3-4 tickets impulsively now we’re unable to go. If you’re looking to buy them off me, hit me up. I can sell separately too and also sell cheaper than for what i paid
SAN ANTONIO tonight we're gonna thrash!
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See you tonight
Anyone need a ticket?
We saw Testament in Maplewood, MN on September 26, 2024. The Stage Production, Lighting and Sound was small, but massively effective in every way and packed a Punch. We did the VIP Meet and Greet, because I never met Alex before and Alex was a huge influence on me, a year after I Graduated from HS, during the Practice What You Preach Tour. The last time I saw Testament, was during my College years, back in 1997, when I was working on my Criminal Justice Degree and they played at a small Bar in Superior, WI called the "Pacific Club." The only original Band members at that time was Eric and Chuck. It was great seeing Eric and Chuck again and finally meeting Alex, which took me 35 years. Steve and Chris were great as well. Testament is truly a bunch of great guys and great to hang out and talk with. Outside of my professional career, me and a friend of mine are starting a Guitar Company and in May of 2024, when I heard about the Testament Concert for September 26th, I started in on making a Guitar from scratch and this Guitar was very similar to a Guitar that Alex played from 1989 - 1990. I used better wood, made a better Neck, customized a Schaller Tremolo system with Gold Titanium and Black Titanium Parts, Customized Wiring, Customized Suhr Humbucker Pickups (Extremely Hot) added a massive Brass Tremolo Block, wrapped the Neck and Head in White Binding did a Custom Paint job. I wasn't trying to sell Alex anything and I was very clear about that. I wanted to build something completely from scratch and show Alex some respect for the inspiration. Alex didn't seem excited about the Guitar that I made, but he did sign the back of the Head for me and gave me one of his Guitar Picks. It was a nice gesture and a moment that I will remember very clearly, for the rest of my life. Eric and Chuck were very excited about my Guitar and gave me a lot of compliments. Perhaps the next Testament Show, after the new Album is released, I'll build something completely different.
Last night in Houston was wild!
See you guys tomorrow night at the Bomb Factory; deep ellum Dallas, TX!!!!
Can't make it.... Glad I could financially contribute though. Lol!
You guys killed it in Houston!🤘
Got my tickets 🤘
Hell yeah can’t wait for the show tonight!
That backdrop is so sweet
Man if I lived there that would definitely be my Saturday night !!
I saw a tour bus at my hotel in Houston today was wondering could it be testament or kreator lol
See you next week in Albuquerque New Mexico!! 👊🏼👽
Saw you in the Twin Cities! 🤘keep on, keepin' on 🤘
Just took this.
That bass!
Haiillss..🤘🤘🤘🤘
Front row
I’m ready.
See you there 🤘🤘🤘
Hell to the yeah for sure!
I'm on my way
Definitely there tonight 🤘
Martin Medved John Davis let's do this shit 🤘
I’ll be there👊🏻🔥🤘🏼🫵🏻
We're back in TEXAS this weekend!
Tonight we play HOUSTON
Tomorrow (Saturday) we play SAN ANTONIO
Sunday we play DALLAS!
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What about EL Paso Tx???
Who's closing the show? Testament or Kreator?
Man.... Every time y'all and Demon Hunter have been in Dallas, I'm out of town.... It's been a trend for over a decade Enjoy the gathering, I'm sure y'all will have a great time.....
Ready for your San Antonio show. See y'all tomorrow.
see you in Denver on Tuesday 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
See ya in Dallas!
Can't wait until you're back home here at the Warfield 🤘🏼🔥
Love seeing this band live, I'm going to cry when they stop touring. 🤘
I’ll be at the Dallas show can’t wait 🤘🤘🤘
Wow!! What a weekend ahead of you!! We enjoyed every second of seeing y'all Tuesday night HRL Orlando
Great fucking show.
Come back to the Fremont Theater in San Luis Obispo when you get back to good old Cali!!! Bring Exodus and Death Angel with you!!
When's the show start in H town ?
San Antonio 🤘🏼
San Antonio can’t wait
See ya in houston tonight!
Film another DVD
Ready to thrash! 🤘🤘
See ya in dallas boys
Have a kickass show Gents!!! 🤘🔥🤘
See you in Dallas!!!! 🤘🏼😈🤘🏼
Texas is the Reason!
Live Testament but skolnuck has assured me I'm not welcome.Because I don't think like he does.
Tonight I’ll be jamming to good music 🤜🏼🤛🏼 Testament,Kreator,possessed ✌🏼
See you brothers next week in Albuquerque, NM! 🤘
Yesterday marked 34 years since the release of SOULS OF BLACK 🤘
Just a reminder that you can pick up the SOULS OF BLACK shells for your headphones from our friends at @heavysaudio 🎶
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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:
Yasemin Kaymaz yasemin@headofpr.com 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