--- product_id: 12672869 title: "The Killer Instinct" price: "€ 54.16" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/12672869-the-killer-instinct store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # The Killer Instinct **Price:** € 54.16 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Killer Instinct - **How much does it cost?** € 54.16 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/12672869-the-killer-instinct) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Fresh from the critically-acclaimed Top 30 debut album "All Hell Breaks Loose" in 2013, Black Star Riders return with the long-awaited follow-up, "The Killer Instinct". The band formed around the last of incarnation of Thin Lizzy and feature guitar legend Scott Gorham, Damon Johnson (guitar,ex-Alice Cooper), Jimmy DeGrasso (drums,ex-Megadeth), Robbie Crane (bass,ex-Ratt) and fronted by Belfast-born, ex-The Almighty vocalist Ricky Warwick. October 2014 saw them gather in Nashville, TN and enter the studio with heralded producer Nick Raskulinecz (Rush, The Foo Fighters, Alice In Chains, Mastodon) to start recording the follow up. The result is The Killer Instinct. Frontman Ricky Warwick explains, "Life's not fair, never has been, never will. Sometimes you have to live with a killer instinct just to survive in the ongoing pursuit of happiness. Because nobody can do for you what you should be doing for yourself." The energy in the studio from a year of touring, and Black Star Riders gelling as a creative force has resulted in a truly powerful sophomore effort. From the Irish-tinged rock of "Soldierstown" to the balls-out twin guitar riffing of "Sex Guns & Gasoline". From the dirty groove of "You Little Liar" to the acoustic "Blindsided", this is a band coming of age. "The Killer Instinct" will see Black Star Riders cement their place as one of the most exciting contemporary rock acts. Limited Edition 2CD Digibook Version Review: Black Star Riders are ROCK SOLID! - One of the most solid hard rock groups in the world! Ricky Warwick is an amazing vocalist & songwriter, Damon Johnson a phenomenal guitar player, Jimmy DeGrasso is a world class drummer, Robbie Crane a proven bassist, & Scott Gorham a rock guitar legend! I thoroughly enjoyed this album from the beginning to the end! My favorite tracks are Killer Instinct, Bullet Blues, Finest Hour, Sex, Guns, & Gasoline! One of the most solid hard rock albums I have ever heard. Review: We have had Damn Yankee's which were pretty Damn good - I must admit... Ever since seeing Thin lizzy back in the early '80's, I thought that nothing could hit this point again. We have had Damn Yankee's which were pretty Damn good. Chickenfoot is of course over the top. We are talking new, great Hard Rock. Joe Bonamassa. Pretty good, but full of himself. Yeah, Seen him... Walked out. Reno. Chickenfoot, Satriani, Hagar, Anthony... Is Crème de' la' Crème. Then tonight... Still listening... This is over the fu*king top!!! I saw Thin Lizzy in Reno in 2012. Incredible!!! My ears are still ringing! (Thank you Army). I just downloaded this CD and OMFG! it is something beyond special. If I could give this 6 stars, I would. INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00QWTPCII | | Best Sellers Rank | #111,235 in CDs & Vinyl ( See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl ) #3,230 in Hard Rock (CDs & Vinyl) #10,703 in Metal | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (568) | | Date First Available | December 18, 2014 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Label | Nuclear Blast America | | Language | English | | Manufacturer | Nuclear Blast America | | Number of discs | 2 | | Original Release Date | 2015 | | Product Dimensions | 4.98 x 5.65 x 0.58 inches; 4.48 ounces | ## Images ![The Killer Instinct - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ls-8BW-FL.jpg) ![The Killer Instinct - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61fwxMNPjWL.jpg) ![The Killer Instinct - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71HfOkkjEkL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Black Star Riders are ROCK SOLID! *by R***S on March 31, 2015* One of the most solid hard rock groups in the world! Ricky Warwick is an amazing vocalist & songwriter, Damon Johnson a phenomenal guitar player, Jimmy DeGrasso is a world class drummer, Robbie Crane a proven bassist, & Scott Gorham a rock guitar legend! I thoroughly enjoyed this album from the beginning to the end! My favorite tracks are Killer Instinct, Bullet Blues, Finest Hour, Sex, Guns, & Gasoline! One of the most solid hard rock albums I have ever heard. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We have had Damn Yankee's which were pretty Damn good *by T***G on April 19, 2015* I must admit... Ever since seeing Thin lizzy back in the early '80's, I thought that nothing could hit this point again. We have had Damn Yankee's which were pretty Damn good. Chickenfoot is of course over the top. We are talking new, great Hard Rock. Joe Bonamassa. Pretty good, but full of himself. Yeah, Seen him... Walked out. Reno. Chickenfoot, Satriani, Hagar, Anthony... Is Crème de' la' Crème. Then tonight... Still listening... This is over the fu*king top!!! I saw Thin Lizzy in Reno in 2012. Incredible!!! My ears are still ringing! (Thank you Army). I just downloaded this CD and OMFG! it is something beyond special. If I could give this 6 stars, I would. INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gathering more momemtum/No sophomore slump *by C***K on February 24, 2015* While some of the songs sound a bit like from the first album (a lot of Hoodoo Voodoo opening riffs) the band has kept the drive and intensity going on the right direction. Their first two albums remind me of Iron Maiden's first two offerings, both BSR's first two albums could be combined into double LP's as they drive off each other. Killer Instinct will not disappoint as the boys continue with great harmonic reaches with the best twin guitar work and Jimmy DeGrasso has found his way in the band with solid perc. The band has established themselves with their own identity while keeping the Lizzy legend in the present. For their next album, BSR needs to pull away from their comfort zone; avoid becoming formulaic, something Lizzy could not be accused of. "Little Liar" is a great example of breaking through zone with great guitar work. Very good acoustic work on Bonus CD too, really impactful. 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