Traitor is a German thrash metal band known for its energetic riffs and unrelenting speed, which have earned them a dedicated following within the metal community. Since their formation, they've carved out a distinctive niche by incorporating the intensity of thrash metal with themes inspired by history, science fiction, and horror. Their recent release, "Teutonic Slaughter," showcases their homage to their German roots, embedded with the traditional Teutonic thrash sound which pays tribute to the German thrash legacy set by bands like Kreator, Destruction, and Sodom.

The band's live prowess is captured in the album "Reactor IV (Live)," providing fans with a raw and visceral listening experience that echoes the frenetic energy of their concerts. Traitor has a penchant for diverse renditions of various classics, exemplified by their metal-version cover of George Michael's "Careless Whisper." Their albums "Total Thrash" and "Exiled To The Surface" are illustrative of their decade-long journey in the music scene, with both releases reflecting their maturation in sound and artistic vision. The conceptual album "Space Seed" and the hard-hitting "Knee-Deep in the Dead" further highlight their finesse in storytelling through music, cementing Traitor's status as one of the vibrant forces in the modern thrash metal arena.