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DAY 40 PAY HOMAGE TO THRASH METAL LEGENDS KREATOR WITH FEROCIOUS COVER OF “FATAL ENERGY”

London Metal Outfit Join 21 International Bands on A Tribute To Kreator, Released Through Antichrist Magazine

London, UK – UK metal outfit Day 40 are paying tribute to one of thrash metal's most influential forces with their explosive rendition of “Fatal Energy,” originally appearing on Kreator's landmark 1989 album Extreme Aggression. The track is featured on A Tribute To Kreator, an international compilation released November 6, 2026, through Antichrist Magazine.

Bringing together 21 bands from 11 countries, A Tribute To Kreator celebrates the enduring influence and musical legacy of German thrash metal pioneers Kreator. Featuring interpretations of material spanning the band's extensive catalog, the compilation showcases the global reach of Kreator's music and the generations of musicians inspired by their uncompromising approach to thrash metal.

Day 40 take on “Fatal Energy,” delivering their own interpretation of the classic track while honoring the aggression and intensity of the original. Originally featured on Extreme Aggression, the song represents an era that helped establish Kreator as one of the defining names in extreme metal.

The Day 40 version was produced by the band, with mixing and mastering handled by Emilyan Arnaudov of E.X.A. Audio.

The band features Den Dimitrov on guitars and vocals, Stefan Minev on bass and vocals, Nikolay Atanasov on guitars, and Hugo Terva on drums. Together, they bring a powerful modern metal identity to a tribute celebrating the roots and continuing influence of classic thrash metal.

The compilation features an international roster of underground metal acts representing Germany, Serbia, Poland, the UK, Turkey, Sweden, Brazil, the Netherlands, Australia, Norway, and the United States. Alongside Day 40's contribution, the collection revisits Kreator classics including “Pleasure to Kill,” “Flag of Hate,” “Betrayer,” “Violent Revolution,” “Phobia,” and “Tormentor,” among others.

Day 40 previously made waves with their full-length album Phenomenon, including the singles “Tunguska,” “Tyrant of Syracuse” featuring Kris Norris, and “Lunar Enigma.” Their contribution to A Tribute To Kreator adds another chapter to the band's ongoing journey, connecting their own musical direction with the legacy of a band that helped shape extreme metal worldwide.

For fans of classic thrash metal and the bands carrying its influence forward, Day 40's “Fatal Energy” offers a chance to revisit a Kreator classic through a new interpretation.

“Fatal Energy” by Day 40 is featured on A Tribute To Kreator, available now through Antichrist Magazine.

LISTEN / DISCOVER DAY 40

Day 40 – “Fatal Energy” (Kreator Cover):
https://day40.bandcamp.com/track/fatal-energy-kreator-cover

Discover Day 40 on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/7bq1q551LeZUCqcMpEUBPY

A Tribute To Kreator – Compilation:
https://antichrist-magazine.bandcamp.com/

Antichrist Magazine Feature:
https://antichristmagazine.com/a-tribute-to-kreator-21-bands-pay-homage-to-german-thrash-metal-legends/

DAY 40 LINEUP

• Den Dimitrov – Guitars & Vocals

• Stefan Minev – Bass & Vocals

• Nikolay Atanasov – Guitars

• Hugo Terva – Drums

TRACK CREDITS

• Original Song: “Fatal Energy” by Kreator

• Originally Appeared On: Extreme Aggression (1989)

• Produced by: Day 40

• Mixed & Mastered by: Emilyan Arnaudov (E.X.A. Audio)

• Original Composition: Jörg "Tritze" Trzebiatowski, Jürgen Reil, Mille Petrozza, Roberto Fioretti

• Original Lyrics: Mille Petrozza

• Released: November 6, 2026

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