Rough Times is the fourth studio album by German rock band Kadavar, released on September 29, 2017 by Nuclear Blast. The album is a continuation of the band's retro-hard rock sound, with heavy influences from 1970s bands such as Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, and Deep Purple.
The album was recorded in the band's own newly built studio in Berlin, and was produced by the band's guitarist and singer, Lupus Lindemann. Lindemann has said that the album is a more personal and introspective work than the band's previous albums, and that it deals with themes of loss, addiction, and redemption.
Rough Times was well-received by critics, with many praising the band's authentic sound and Lindemann's powerful vocals. The album was also a commercial success, reaching number 12 on the German album charts.
Overall, Rough Times is a solid album from Kadavar. It is a well-crafted and executed album with a retro-hard rock sound that is sure to appeal to fans of the genre.
| Original Release: 2017. |
| Catalog No: Nuclear Blast 4008-0. |
| Type: Digipack. |