1: War Cry () 2: Fooled By Your Guts () 3: R.I.B. (Rest In Beer) () 4: Riders Of The Doom () 5: Hope Can't Die () 6: No One Hit Wonder () 7: Breakfast For Champions () 8: Enemy Of Order () 9: Clocklwise To Deadline () 10: The Party Ain't Over 'Til We Say So ()
Description:
Backing Vocals: Satan's Choir, Bass: Frank Thorwarth, Drums: Olaf Zissel, Guitar: Andreas Gutjahr, Lyrics By: Andreas Bulgaropoulos, Lyrics By: Harald Maul, Lyrics By: Tankard, Mastered By: Sascha Bühren, Music By: Andreas Bulgaropoulos, Music By: Tankard, Producer, Mixed By: Michael Mainx, Vocals: Andreas Geremia, Labelcode IMT8761392.2 (055), Phonographic Copyright (p) Pacheco Records, Copyright (c) Nuclear Blast Records, Produced At Studio 23, Frankfurt, Mixed At Studio 23, Frankfurt, Mastered At TrueBusyness Mastering, Distributed By Icarus Music, Manufactured By Laser Disc Argentina
"R.I.B." is a high-energy CD by the Frankfurt-based thrash metal band Tankard, released by the label Mis. Musically, the album delivers fast, aggressive riffing, driving drums and shout-along choruses, staying true to the band's trademark mix of old-school thrash and a tongue-in-cheek attitude. Lyrically, the songs balance social commentary and humorous storytelling, making this CD both hard-hitting and entertaining. The production emphasizes clarity without sacrificing the raw edge, giving each track enough punch for both headphone listening and loudspeaker sessions. As a physical CD, "R.I.B." appeals to collectors who value tangible artwork, booklet and track listing, and who want to experience the album as a cohesive whole rather than as isolated digital tracks. Tankard are known as one of the enduring names in German thrash metal, active since the 1980s and often mentioned alongside other pioneers of the genre. Over the decades, they have built a dedicated international fanbase through numerous studio albums and relentless touring, earning a reputation for energetic live shows and a consistent, no-compromise sound. The manufacturer/label Mis stands for professional CD production and solid catalogue work, ensuring reliable pressing quality and durable packaging so that the product withstands frequent use. With "R.I.B." on CD, Mis provides a robust, collectible edition that does justice to the intensity and tradition of Tankard's music.