In 1993, the world was a different place, but the darkest corners of the human psyche remain unchanged. Greek death/thrash metal icon CREMATE taps into that timeless darkness with the official lyric video for “Human,” a standout track from their powerhouse EP, Ready To Fight, out now via Wormholedeath.

Originally written over three decades ago, “Human” has evolved from a raw expression of 90s angst into a chillingly relevant commentary on our modern digital age. The track serves as a visceral thrash metal statement on the things society chooses to ignore: fear, pride, and hypocrisy.

While the song was born from internal human conflict, CREMATE notes that these emotions have migrated from our hearts into our hardware. “Human” explores the blurred line between biology and technology, questioning what happens when we translate our pain and fears into algorithms and artificial intelligence—systems that can process data, but can never truly “feel” what it means to be human.

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CREMATE’s story is one of resurrection. Originally formed in Alimos, Athens, in 1991, the band carved out a reputation for a raw, aggressive sound inspired by titans like Kreator and Sodom. After a successful run in the mid-90s—including the internationally acclaimed End of Time demo—the band disbanded, leaving a void in the Greek underground scene.

In 2021, founder Christos reignited the flame. Alongside drummer George and guitarist/producer Akis Pastras, the band returned to their roots to re-envision their 90s fury through a contemporary lens.

About the EP: Ready To Fight The resulting 4-track EP is an uncompromising fusion of vintage aggression and modern dark textures. Ready To Fight features three reworked classics and the brand-new title track, which boasts a guest solo from Marios Iliopoulos (Nightrage). The EP also features haunting violin work from Lusty Apricot on “Die as You Lived,” adding a layer of gothic atmosphere to the band’s signature brutality.

Recorded and mixed by Akis Pastras and mastered by the legendary George Nerantzis (Rotting Christ, Abbath).

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Greek Death/Thrash Metal powerhouse CREMATE has returned with their fierce new official video, “Die As You Lived.” This track is a high-octane, unforgiving assault of pure thrash and death metal fury, cementing the band’s position as a titan of the Greek metal scene.

“Die As You Lived” is a declaration of death without redemption. It stands as a defiant call for absolute accountability, rejecting illusion and falsehood with unwavering intensity. The track delivers an uncompromising message, confronting the past, calling out hypocrisy, and demanding truth over deception.

Delivered through relentless, pounding thrash riffs and a driving, almost ritualistic rhythm, the single explores profound existential and social undertones. It is a violent, honest farewell to those who lived—and will die—without purpose, urging the listener to confront the lies they have built their lives upon.

Adding a distinctive, haunting layer of darkness to the metallic assault is special guest Charalampos Paritsis AKA Lusty Apricot, whose chilling violin contribution drags the entire track deeper into its thematic abyss.

“Die As You Lived” is featured on CREMATE’s latest EP, Ready To Fight.

Greek Death/Thrash metal band CREMATE was originally formed in Alimos, Athens, in 1991, establishing a raw, aggressive sound influenced by titans like Kreator and Sodom. Their 1993 demo End of Time earned international acclaim, followed by the 1995 7″ EP Enchanting Black Recess, before the band disbanded.

In 2021, founder Christos reignited CREMATE alongside George (Drums) and longtime collaborator Akis Pastras (Guitar). The band revisited their seminal demo, re-envisioning the 90s Death/Thrash fury by infusing dark synthesized atmospheres and new arrangements under a contemporary production lens.

The resulting 4-track EP, Ready To Fight, embodies this powerful rebirth. It features three reworked classics—including “Die as You Lived” enhanced by haunting violin from Lusty Apricot—and the brand-new title track showcasing a solo from Marios Iliopoulos (Nightrage). Recorded and mixed by Akis Pastras and mastered by George Nerantzis (Rotting Christ, Abbath), the EP delivers an uncompromising, dynamic fusion of vintage aggression and modern dark textures.

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