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ANVIL CHORUS The Killing Sun
Rockadrome says "The legendary San Francisco heavy metal band from the
80s finally signs to Rockadrome to release their debut album! Anvil
Chorus. The name itself suggests something a little more than the
typical hard rock band; something intelligent and complex, even
sophisticated -- and they were. Anvil Chorus made a thinking man's
metal. There was such a thing and it wasn't thought of as a style, just
good music that put some structure and challenge into a normally
repetitive form. Clearly influenced by the prevailing titans of
progressive rock and heavy metal of the day, Anvil Chorus was a fount
of unique inspirations. A group of talented individuals, half of them
multi-instrumentalists and all of them bringing to the table a creative
flair. The composition, arrangement and melodic skills enjoyed a
harmonic and contrapuntal implementation that was delivered crushingly…
hugely. The sound was Big with a capital “B”. The guitar harmonies,
keyboard wizardry and bottled-lightning rhythm section were a powerful
collision. Heavy riffs, catchy melodies, belting vocals and a refined
aesthetic completed the signature sound; Anvil Chorus, in the early
1980’s, rightly earned a buzz of their own for their unique and
exquisite style, which to this day continues to be regarded as
significant and influential. Finally, after nearly 3 decades after the
group's formation and a couple years after their recent reformation the
band is in the studio recording their debut album for the Rockadrome
label. Consisting solely of material from their early 80s heyday, it's
destined to be the classic album everyone has long awaited from this
group. Led by guitarist Thaen Rasmussen and vocalist/bassist Aaron
Zimpel the integrity of their original sound is fully maintained and
should please anyone who has followed the band through the years and
owned any of their heavily circulated demo tapes. With liner notes
written by San Francisco metal legend Ron Quintana, the massive
booklet, packed also with lyrics and photos of the band past and
present, will complete this magnificent album." Includes former members
of Metal Church and Heathen.
Listen: http://www.myspace.com/anvilchorussf
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DEVASTATION Idolatry
11 tracks
"Reissue of classic 3rd album from 1991 by this Texas thrash metal
group. Featuring 3 brand new songs as bonus tracks." US thrash metal
influenced by Slayer, Possessed and Dark Angel.
Listen: http://www.myspace.com/devastationthrash
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IRON CLAW Iron Claw
Rockadrome says "Official release of early 70s Scottish underground
heavy rock
recordings from this group who were stomping around the UK with the
likes of Black Sabbath, Hackensack, Pink Fairies, Juicy Lucy and others
from the time, but never released a proper album. Their name, Iron
Claw, was taken from the first line in King Crimson's song "21st
Century Schizoid Man". In the beginning, Iron Claw probably became the
world's first Black Sabbath tribute band, as they incorporated the
entire first Black Sabbath LP and single into their set! As they went
on, their live sets included many originals as well as covers such as
War Pigs, Fairies Wear Boots, Wicked World, Green Manalishi and Lady
Whisky. This collection of sixteen original studio tracks documents
their existence from 1970 thru 1974 and features a wonderful 16-page
booklet with extensive liner notes, lyrics and photos!"
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JERUSALEM Jerusalem
"The first official reissue of this infamous metallic heavy rock album
from 1972 produced by Deep Purple's legendary frontman, Ian Gillan. The
music is a menacing combintation of over-the-top vocals and screaming
lead guitar that could easily pass for something from the early 80s New
Wave of British Heavy Metal scene, it's that far ahead of it's time.
Originally released on the UK Deram/Decca label, and now a favorite
among vinyl collectors, the album is presented here from the original
master tapes and also features pre-album demos, alternate mixes and a
non-lp single track. The 20-page color booklet contains liner notes
written by bassist Paul Dean, lyrics, press clippings and rare photos!
A must-have for fans of 70s hard rock and also the early 80s NWOBHM
sound."
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LEGEND Anthology 2CD
26 tracks on 2 discs
Classic NWOBHM reissue back in print
Listen: http://www.legendjersey.com/MP3s/
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MANILLA ROAD Mark of the Beast
Rockadrome says "Finally, a repressing of the legendary early 80s
unreleased 2nd album recordings from the kings of epic heavy metal,
Manilla Road. All-time classic early period Manilla Road featuring a
sound that’s a crossover of epic 70s hard rock influenced by early
Judas Priest and Rush and the 80s epic heavy style they’d later develop
and master on albums like Crystal Logic and Open the Gates. Nobody
defines epic metal like Manilla Road and songs like Mark of the Beast,
Avatar and Triumvirate further prove that Kansas’ best kept secret are,
indeed, the masters of the genre. This must-have release contains some
of Mark Shelton’s finest guitar and vocal work and clearly bridges the
gap between their 70s metal/rock roots and their 80s signature epic
metal sound! Featuring stunning artwork by legendary Thin Lizzy artist
Jim Fitzpatrick."
Listen: http://www.myspace.com/manillaroadofficial
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MILITIA Released
12 tracks
"Unearthed collection of 80s recordings from the legendary Texas
underground heavy metal group out of Austin who released the record
collector holy grail EP "The Sybling" back in 1985."
Listen: http://www.myspace.com/militiatexas
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SORCERER Sorcerer
14 tracks
Dennis Bergeron says "Crushing late 80s epic Swedish doom power from
one of the early groups at the forefront of this genre. This newly
remastered release includes tracks from both of the group’s demos
including a cover version of Rainbow’s epic classic “Stargazer” and
will include an expanded booklet with lyrics and liner notes. With
pre-Tiamat and Lion’s Share members. For fans of Candlemass, Solitude
Aeturnus and those who need to get schooled in classic true
doom!"
Listen: http://www.myspace.com/sorcererswe
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SIENA ROOT A New Day Dawning digi
13 tracks
Rockadrome states "Their finely honed sound is firmly planted in the
classic heavy rock of the early 70s and draws on influences from groups
like Led Zeppelin, Captain Beyond, Jethro Tull, Blind Faith and Deep
Purple! These guys sound so convincing you'd be hard pressed to tell
them apart from those that influence them or early 70s rock groups like
Aunt Mary, November, Host, Kalevala, Young Flowers and others with that
vintage Scandinavian heavy prog style. These guys are pure old school,
right down to the fully analog recordings and tasteful use of organ and
flute. Everything they release is a must have, but this is probably
their heaviest album overall and a good starting point because it just
truly is a total and complete monster from start to finish! It's a
no-brainer that fans of Witchcraft, Dead Man, Graveyard, Dungen, etc..
should check this out, but also just about anyone into high quality 70s
hard rock and prog would being doing themselves a disservice not to
give this a listen."
Listen: http://www.myspace.com/militiatexas
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SLAUTER XSTROYES Free the Beast
Includes members of Winterkill and Spirit Web.
Rockadrome says "Classic 80s power metal with intricate guitar riffing,
monsterous bass playing and wild over the top vocals! This is the
official release of their unfinished 2nd Lp recorded back in 1987-88
along with other unreleased demo recordings. These guys ruled the
Chicago area back in the 80s and would still rule today if they
reunited. For fans of classic Mercyful Fate, Iron Maiden, Omen, Jag
Panzer, Watchtower and the like. With all new 16-page expanded color
booklet featuring liner notes, photos, and interviews."
Listen: http://www.myspace.com/slauterxstroyesmusic
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SLAUTER XSTROYES Winter Kill
Includes members of Winterkill and Spirit Web.
Rockadrome
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"Reissue
of absolutely wicked 1985 heavy metal ultra-rarity from
Chicago. One of my all-time favorite heavy metal albums and a complete
skull crusher with insane guitar and bass from Paul Kratky and Brent
Sullivan and soaring epic vocals from John Stewart. Fuckin mind blowing
riffage that still destroys everything. New 12-page expanded booklet
with liner notes, photos and lyrics! Enhanced CD format includes bonus
concert video track from 1985!"
Listen: http://www.myspace.com/slauterxstroyesmusic
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WATCHTOWER Demonstrations of
Chaos
Track Listing:
1. Meltdown*
2. Asylum*
3. Argonne Forest*
4. Social Fears*
5. Tyrants in Distress*
6. Energetic Disassembly*
7. Cimmerian Shadows*
8. The Eldritch**
9. Instruments of Random Murder**
10. Hidden Instincts**
11. The Fall of Reason**
12. Control and Resistance***
13. Cathode Ray Window***
14. Ballad Assassin****
15. Meltdown*****
* the Boss studio album demo, ** Control demo with Jason on vocals, ***
raw rehearsal recordings, **** unreleased track live, ***** original
1st demo of this track.
"This is finally back in print on the new Forged in Fire sub-label of
Rockadrome! Rare 80s recordings featuring original vocalist Jason
McMaster. Showcased here are the original, and many say heavier, Boss
Studio recordings of their "Energetic Disassembly" album, as well as
various other original recordings, demos and live versions. It's a
great look into the beginnings of this innovative and influential metal
outfit and an important document of the 80s Texas metal scene. Complete
with liner notes, lyrics, photos and more!"
Listen: http://www.myspace.com/officialwatchtower
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WATCHTOWER Energetic
Disassembly
"Reissue of their infamous 1985 progressive thrash metal debut album."
Listen: http://www.myspace.com/officialwatchtower
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