Crossover Thrash from Northern Germany is alive and well with Slice ‚em All, the debut album from Catbreath. Featuring members of Vladimir Harkonnen, Ash Return, and Miozän, this 11-track banger brings an energetic and brutal sound to the forefront of the genre.
The album artwork immediately grabs your attention, with an aggressive cat tearing through the scene—blood and chaos abound in a tongue-in-cheek yet brutal visual display. Look closely, and you’ll notice a Destruction/Kreator tour poster in the background, a nod to the band’s musical roots and thrash metal influences. Despite the playful imagery, the album takes a serious political stance, drawing a firm line against right-wing extremism.
Recorded by Jörg Uken at the famed SOUNDLODGE studio, the production on this album is razor-sharp. Every riff slices through the mix with precision, and the band’s collective experience shines through each track. The musicianship is tight, delivering riff after riff with a sound that blends old-school crossover with the ferocity of classic thrash.
Catbreath seamlessly combines crew shouts, powerful vocals, and sharp thrash screams. The mix of aggression and groove keeps the listener engaged, and their commitment to the sound is evident in every minute of this record. It’s one of the most interesting Crossover Thrash albums of the year, with a fresh take on a genre often rooted in nostalgia.
Slice ‚em All is a must-listen for fans of thrash and crossover. Prepare for a sonic punch in the face—this album hits hard.