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The fifth full-length studio album by Italian Heavy Metal band.
"The Serial Healer" is without a doubt for fans of old school Metal acts such as Judas Priest, Accept and Grave Digger, who will appreciate the continued dedication this band of northern Italian bards has for the genre.
With a long history in the Metal scene, "The Serial Healer" being band's fifth release in twenty-two years, it is not surprising that the Skanners have been able to hone their skills and craft solid Metal soundscapes. Band are led by two original members, guitarist Fabio Tenca and vocalist Claudio Pisoni. Claudio is graced with a voice that can only be compared to Metal God, Rob Halford. Like Rob, Claudio is able to grab a song with his voice and carry it to another level. Fabio’s guitar work is solid and extremely well performed throughout the album. Also, rounding out the foray are returning members, guitarist Walther Unterhauser and bassist Renato Olivairi, as well as newer drummer Kranauer Christian.
It does not get much better than the first five tracks of "The Serial Healer". From the heavy opening riff of "Soul Finder" through the gallop of "Iron Horse" it show that these guys have an undeniable passion for great hook laden traditional Metal. They keep things at a more controlled pace with "The Dream", bring to mind some slower Priest moments, before returning to their familiar onslaught with "Flash Razor" and "Beyond Darkness". "The Serial Healer" wraps up with the acoustic driven "Immortality".
It always surprises when a band of this talent seems to get overlooked by the Metal community. Claudio is an amazing vocalist and should be mentioned alongside the great vocalists of this form of Metal. If you get in the mood for some older styled Metal do yourself a favor and check out Skanners, even though they are not breaking new ground they are without a doubt building upon the solid foundation poured by the forefathers of Metal!!
Enhanced CD features bonus video "The Serial Healer Report".
My Graveyard Productions, 2008 (MGP-020). Made in Italy. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Soul Finder 4:50 
2. Welcome To Hell 4:15 
3. To Die Is Not Forever 4:32 
4. The 17th Victim 3:49 
5. Iron Horse 4:05 
6. The Serial Healer 5:28 
7. The Dream 5:11 
8. Flash Razor 3:40 
9. Beyond Darkness 3:51 
10. Immortality 3:03
Total playing time: 42:44 min.

The second and the final full-length studio album by cult American Death/Thrash Metal/Grindcore band.
Skeletal Earth was one of those bands that stuck out. Being influenced by both Death and Thrash Metal, as well as the more Crossover style where Hardcore Punk meets Metal, they came up with an original sounding couple of demos and albums.
"Dē.ĕv'ṓ.lū'shŭn" was recorded at Tampa, Florida based Morrisound Studios (Death, Cynic, Agent Steel) and produced by Scott Burns (Cannibal Corpse, Atheist, Deicide). But due to the end of the label around the same time as the release, "Dē.ĕv'ṓ.lū'shŭn" never had any serious promotion nor distribution.
Desperate Attempt Records, 1994 (DAR 017). Made in the USA. Pressed in Canada. First press.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. B.Z. Test Victim 3:35
2. Devolution 2:17
3. Your Body, My Food 1:32
4. Dreamscape 4:14
5. Inexcusable Cunt 1:56
6. Fall of the Race 2:39
7. It Came from the Skies 2:43

Side 2
8. Hypochrist 3:39     
9. Absence of Intimidation 2:16
10. Once upon a Black Sun 1:56
11. Eighty Megatons + Gaining 2:12
12. Convulse 1:47
13. Inner City (Sick Love) 1:41
14. Calling Dr. Love (Kiss cover) 3:25

Total playing time: 35:52 min.


https://vicrecords1.bandcamp.com/

The only Single release by Finnish Funeral Doom Metal band.
Skepticism are considered as pioneers of Funeral Doom Metal genre. Given their previously exposed penchant for lengthy, Ambient-tinged, deliberately composed works, it seems almost inevitable that the band would eventually choose to make a release composed of a single track. It's actually more surprising, that of their discography "Aes" is the only record in such a vein. That being said, it's good enough that the band probably doesn't need another such release under their belt. Of all the overambitious, massive releases in the history of Metal, "Aes" is one of the best, and one of the few that doesn't collapse under the weight of its own ambitions. "Aes" reached uncharted melodies and the music is bludgeoningly heavy and brutal for the amount of heart crushing feelings it brings with each listening.
Skepticism is a respected being by an open-minded group of elite Funeral Doom people that will very much be attracted to the appeal of this unique release. Innovative use of clear paper packaging and obscure layout make this pleasurable to your eyes as well as ears and mind.
Skepticism is one of the most truly neoclassical projects in Metal today, and "Aes" makes this clearer than possibly any of their other releases. If you're interested in something Progressive - you should absolutely acquire this disc and listen to it closely! With "Aes", Skepticism have achieved a level of compositional elegance and intelligence rarely matched elsewhere in modern music as a whole!!
Red Stream, Inc.  (rsr-0129). Made in USA. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Aes 27:50
Total playing time: 27:50 min.


Samples: https://skepticism.bandcamp.com

Skid Row playing five of their personal favorite covers which are worthy addition to the golden age Skid Row catalogue. The sound is remarkably consistent (excepting the live cut of course) given that it’s apparently from a bunch of different singles from throughout their career. Includes guest vocals by Rob Halford on track "Delivering the Goods".
Used: good. First press.
Atlantic Records/WEA/Warner Music, 1992 (7567-82431-2). Made in Germay.
 

Tracklist:
1."Psychotherapy" (The Ramones cover) 2:30
2."C'mon and Love Me" (KISS cover) 3:23
3."Delivering the Goods" - live, feat. Rob Halford!
(Judas Priest cover) 4:54
4."What You're Doing" (Rush cover) 4:26
5."Little Wing" (Jimi Hendrix cover) 3:19

For the first time on vinyl, the third full-length studio album by Argentinean Power/Folk Metal band.
Officially founded in 2004 in Argentina, Skiltron is the leading Folk Metal band from South America, now based in Finland. The band have made of his sound a unique trademark, merging the power of Heavy Metal with the charm of the Celtic tunes.
"The Highland Way" will provide few surprises for an experienced listener of the band, but rather sees a smooth continuation of the red-hot form they hit with "Beheading The Liars" back in 2008. Their Scottish-themed anthems remain vibrant and recognizable among much competition in the current arena, and stand out from the bustling crowd with deceptive ease due to their less conventional melding of Folk music with galloping Speed/Power metal. Superficially it may appear to make little differences, but fans of the first two albums will notice the subtle differences and the continuation of the band’s gradual march towards finally locking their Folk and Metal sounds together seamlessly.
Diego Valdez has really settled into his role as vocalist on his second outing with the band - his powerful voice the battle cry that leads the rest of his teammates forward, and the soaring choruses are often the thing that kicks the songs up a notch from good to great.
Always the most prominent aspect of the Skiltron sound, the pipes, nevertheless enjoy an even more significant role in the songs, while still managing to avoid the curse of completely swamping them, something too many modern Folk Metal bands seem unable to avoid when it comes to making use of non-Metal instruments.
Switching up between crushing Speed Metal attacks and more expansive epics where acoustic guitars and mandolins add extra flavour, "The Highland Way" is an album that is expertly paced with a natural ebb and flow to the songs, shifting up and down the gears at all the right moments to ensure a cohesive listen. And it's highly recommended to all fans of Power and especially Folk Metal!
Trollzorn, 2010/2020 (TZ056LP). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:

Side A
01. Bagpipes Of War 4:57
02. Between My Grave And Yours 4:21
03. One Way Journey 4:56
04. Awaiting Your Confession 4:09
05. A Last Regret 4:48

Side B
06. The Bonfire Alliance 4:28
07. Storm In Largs 7:11
08. St. Patrick's Death 1:58
09. Through The Longest Way 5:20
10. Join The Clan 4:16
11. For Those Who Have Fallen In Battle 1:49


Samples: https://skiltron.bandcamp.com

Re-release of the third full-length album by Italian Ambient Black Metal band.
Fine cult Heathen Ambient/Folk Black Metal in the old Bathory style from ex-member of Opera IX! This is really a project of artist with the pseudonym M., who otherwise mainly relies on a session musicians.
The album combines Black Metal with Epic structures and dynamic atmospheric parts. Varied emotions and moods are translated into professional music. Four songs feature quite a variety Metal style from somber with acoustic guitar, that are done beautifully before the band picks up the pace with icy, raw guitars. The drumming is done extremely well with slow to mid paced drums. M. vocals show a range of emotion mainly using the Black Metal shrieks but there are also some deeper Death growls used in a few songs and even some clean vocal patterns and chants.
Raw Black Metal with melody, primeval chanting and ancient Folk influences. Atmospheric songs take the listener into the ancient world of myths and legends. "Grisera" is very solid Ambient Black Metal album that indulges only slight flaw that it is much too short. Definitly worth the price if you’re a fan of Folkish Black Metal!!
Fallen-Angels Productions, 2013/2014 (AngeL12). Made in South Korea.


Tracklist:
1. Grush
2. Grisera
3. Hrothaharijaz
4. Wolves in the Mist
Bonus Track:
5. The Bard

Two Grindcore and one Sludge Metal bands from Ukraine on this nice 23-tracks CD.
Trismus Records, 2011 (tr004)


Tracklist:
1.Skruta - Realicide
2.Skruta - Damage Inevitable
3.Skruta - Obstructionist
4.Skruta - Non-Smiling Men
5.Skruta - Comfort Addicts
6.Skruta - Profane and Pure
7.Skruta - Voluntary Deformity
8.Skruta - No Way In
9.Skruta - Depletion
10.Skruta - Burned Beyond Recognition (Unseen Terror cover)
11.Skruta - Stupid Authority
12.Foible Instinct - Enemy of Mine
13.Foible Instinct - Weak and Indecisive
14.Foible Instinct - Stage
15.Foible Instinct - Digital Food
16.Foible Instinct - Speed
17.Foible Instinct - Work, Home, Shop
18.Foible Instinct - Blind Chance
19.Foible Instinct - No Rules (GG Allin cover)
20.Foible Instinct - Generation of Miscarriages (Feat. Nook)
21.Foible Instinct - Dead (Feat. Nook)
22.Forever Wasted - Mouth Full Of Blood
23.Forever Wasted - Machines

The thirteenth full-length studio album by cult British Folk Metal band.
Skyclad often referred to as “the originators of Folk Metal”. Formed in 1990 by Martin Walkyer (Sabbat) and Steve Ramsey (Satan/Pariah), the band gained extraordinary attention from both, the press and the public, with the now legendary debut album "The Wayward Sons Of Mother Earth" (1991) and, since then, has built up a solid reputation which led them to take part in some of the most important international Metal events (such as the renowned Dynamo, Wacken, Gods of Metal and Tuska Festivals) and share the stage with some of the most respected artists of their time.
"In The… All Together" mixes the usual Thrash/Speed Metal influences with the extraordinary Folk melodies that made the band famous all around the world, maintaining a fresh and dynamic approach which gives a strong live dimension to the new songs. This album was recorded completely by the band members. There are no 'guests' or orchestras etc. This was a deliberate move to try to keep the recordings as 'live and fresh' as possible, and one aimed at taking the band into the studio 'all together'. This wasn’t exactly a 'back to basics' strategy, as the songs on the new album are far from basic, as the band continues to experiment with odd timings and tunings. Another benefit of this approach is that Skyclad will be able to play more of the album songs live.
Another Skyclad album, which is reasonably filler-less, because even the 'iffy' songs are somewhat interesting, and they definitely can't be accused of being boring or forced, and after the last notes of "In The... All Together!" you're left with a hunger for more and keep repeating this CD's highlights!
Scarlet/BL Music, 2009 (SC 179-2 | SPC 176682 CD). Bootlegged replica. Used.


Tracklist:
1. Words Upon The Street 4:39
2. Still Small Beer 3:13
3. The Well-Travelled Man 4:40
4. Black Summer Rain 3:54
5. Babakoto 3:45
6. Hit List 4:39
7. Superculture 3:29
8. Which Is Why 4:01
9. Modern Minds 3:33
10. In The...All Together 3:44
Total playing time: 39:37 min.

The thirteenth full-length studio album by cult British Folk Metal band.
Skyclad often referred to as “the originators of Folk Metal”. Formed in 1990 by Martin Walkyer (Sabbat) and Steve Ramsey (Satan/Pariah), the band gained extraordinary attention from both, the press and the public, with the now legendary debut album "The Wayward Sons Of Mother Earth" (1991) and, since then, has built up a solid reputation which led them to take part in some of the most important international Metal events (such as the renowned Dynamo, Wacken, Gods of Metal and Tuska Festivals) and share the stage with some of the most respected artists of their time.
"In The… All Together" mixes the usual Thrash/Speed Metal influences with the extraordinary Folk melodies that made the band famous all around the world, maintaining a fresh and dynamic approach which gives a strong live dimension to the new songs. This album was recorded completely by the band members. There are no 'guests' or orchestras etc. This was a deliberate move to try to keep the recordings as 'live and fresh' as possible, and one aimed at taking the band into the studio 'all together'. This wasn’t exactly a 'back to basics' strategy, as the songs on the new album are far from basic, as the band continues to experiment with odd timings and tunings. Another benefit of this approach is that Skyclad will be able to play more of the album songs live.
Another Skyclad album, which is reasonably filler-less, because even the 'iffy' songs are somewhat interesting, and they definitely can't be accused of being boring or forced, and after the last notes of "In The... All Together!" you're left with a hunger for more and keep repeating this CD's highlights!
Scarlet/BL Music, 2009 (SC 179-2 | SPV 176682 CD). Bootlegged replica. Used (cover/disc): EX+/EX.


Tracklist:
1. Words Upon The Street 4:39
2. Still Small Beer 3:13
3. The Well-Travelled Man 4:40
4. Black Summer Rain 3:54
5. Babakoto 3:45
6. Hit List 4:39
7. Superculture 3:29
8. Which Is Why 4:01
9. Modern Minds 3:33
10. In The...All Together 3:44
Total playing time: 39:37 min.

Debut full-length album by the Russian Melodic Death/Black Metal band.
Skyfall was formed in 2003 by two talented musicians, Alexander and Nocturne.
They started playing following the canons of Sympho Black Metal. Hints of Death Metal could already be heard in their first demo-CD, and this trend continued with their subsequent albums. Their current style is a form of Blackened Death Metal, with shattering bass, tough guitars, fierce vocals and thundering percussion. Aggression, anguish, power and drive are the integral components of every note that this band produces. Professionalism at the highest level is evident in the quality of every performance. While listening to Skyfall lyrics, one finds oneself with a sense of melancholy, while the subconscious explores the hidden depths of despair. The lyrics complete the picture of the band's art, creating a sense of inevitable retribution.
If you in Death/Black Metal - this is for you!
Grailight Productions, 2011(GRL-21). Made in Russia. First press. Please note: although the CD is new and has never been played there are light visual shabby on the disc surface (happened during transit) that will not affect the sound quality.


Tracklist:
1.Spiral Eugenics Metamorphosis 08:02
2.Bestiarium Pool (Mother of Future Pandemonium) 05:58
3.Коронация (The Coronation) 03:56
4.The Gospel for Iconoclasts (Nigredo In Extremis) 04:38
5.Carnival of All Nine Days 04:07
6.The Final Blizzard's Waltz 04:55
7.Autumn. Skyfall 04:54
8.Эндура Дольнего (Endura of Worldly) 04:51
Total playing time: 41:21


Samples: http://www.last.fm

Sixth full-length album by Symphonic Epic Power Metal band from Italy.
Band merge various elements of power metal and neo-classic rock with the dynamics, drama and storyline of a live stage performance. CD features Def Leppard cover.
Scarlet Records, 2004 (SC 086-2). Pressed in Austria.


Tracklist:
1.Rainbow in the Dark 09:07
2.Summer of 2001 05:12
3.Another Reason to Believe 05:26
4.Belzebu 2 09:36
5.Faded Fantasy 03:47
6.Last Ride 09:00
7.A Stupid Song 05:53
8.When Love and Hate Collide (cover Def Leppard) 04:22
Total playing time: 52:23


Samples: http://www.last.fm

The debut full-length studio album by Spanish Progressive Metal band.
Impressive album with an overwhelming technique, catchy songs and melodies with 80s - 90s Progressive Metal influences, crucial for Queensrÿche, Ark, Dream Theater or even Megadeth fans! A gem!!
Suspiria Records, 2016 (SPR019). Made in Spain. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Metallic Leaves 05:39
2. Things to Come 07:10
3. Disguised Queen 05:58
4. Break 00:36
5. Undisclosed 05:45
6. Pariah 05:41
7. Seeing Eye 07:35
Total playing time: 38:27 min.

The fifth full-length studio album by legendary former lead guitarist of Guns N' Roses, and the fourth album of Slash to feature Myles Kennedy And The Conspirators.
It’s been a decade since Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy And The Conspirators released their debut album together, and since then have been on one of the more impressive and unrelenting tears in Rock ‘n’ Roll, issuing two more hard-hitting, highly-acclaimed records, and rocking stages all over the world. Since their debut, Slash has amassed album sales of over 100 million copies, garnered a Grammy Award and 7x Grammy nominations, and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Though Slash reunited with Guns N' Roses in 2016, he has still continued with his solo work - this being the second studio album release in that time period. This is the first album to come from the newly formed relationship with Gibson Records and BMG.
Writing for the album started during the 2018-19 Living the Dream Tour. Looking to record the album differently than previously, the band travelled to Nashville to record at RCA Studio A with Dave Cobb. The band faced the complications of COVID-19, not only in a delay of getting together to record the album, but also with the recording itself. Myles Kennedy was the first of several band members to contract the virus. He points out that you can hear his congestion on the opening track, but states that these anomalies make the album interesting because "We just let those imperfections lay".
True to the band’s expanding legacy, it’s everything you’ve come to expect from Slash, Myles Kennedy, Todd Kerns (bass), Brent Fitz (drums) and Frank Sidoris (rhythm guitar)… but also unlike anything you’ve heard from them yet.
Indie retail exclusive, Limited Edition 180g Purple Vinyl includes a Purple Guitar Pick.
Snakepit Records LLC/Gibson Records, under exclusive license to BMG Rights Management (US) LLC, 2022 (538696011). Made in EU for the world. Pressed in Czech. First press.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. The River Is Rising 3:41
2. Whatever Gets You By 3:41
3. C'est La Vie 4:38
4. He Path Less Followed 3:41
5. Fill My World 4:02

Side B
6. Actions Speak Louder Than Words 4:15
7. Spirits Love 5:28
8. April Fool 4:33
9. Call Off The Dogs 3:16
10. Fall Back To Earth 6:23

Total playing time: 43:38 min.

Debut full-length album by Technical Brutal Death Metal band from USA.
California's purveyors of Technical Death/Grind, finally unveil their long anticipated debut full length. With it they compose a sound that is all their own. Delivering an utterly devastating, brutal, technical and melodic cacophony reminiscent of Origin, Brain Drill and Decrepit Birth!
CD includes OBI.
Amputated Vein Records, 2011 (AVR038). Made in Japan.


Tracklist:
1. The Head Table     01:44
2. Judas Kiss     02:10
3. Arrogance and the Loss of Human Dignity     03:17
4. Pfiesteria Piscicida     02:47
5. Fit for Human Consumption     02:34
6. Manifest Destiny of the New World Order     02:17
7. The Ubiquity of Subjugation     02:17
8. In His Fathers Care     02:15
Total playing time: 19:21


Samples:  http://amputatedveinrecords.bandcamp.com

Remastered re-release of the debut full-length album by American Alternative Hard Rock superband.
The superband consisting of Brother Cane and Queensrÿche band members, and was formed in 2000.
In 2000, the band Queensrÿche went on a break after finishing a 6-month tour in support of Q2K. Drummer Scott Rockenfield and guitarist Kelly Gray, who played in Queensrÿche at that time, were discussing what to do. Gray had worked with Brother Cane on a project, and remained close to singer and guitarist Damon Johnson and bassist Roman Glick. He called Johnson in the summer of 2000, and suggested him to give Rockenfield a call. Rockenfield knew of the band, but never met them. The name "Slave To The System" describes the effect of corporate minds on an artist's music, and hints at the band members' dissatisfaction with the record industry. The name was coined by Gray even before the band members first met.
The band sent demos to various record labels trying to negotiate a record deal. In 2002, they decided to release the album on their own. They independently released the album "Slave To The System" in 2002. The music consists both the old and new schools of Rock and Metal, including Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Thin Lizzy, Audioslave and Velvet Revolver influences.
The band played one show in Tennessee and another Seattle after this release. In February 2004, Heard left for undisclosed reasons, and they continued as a four-piece.
Eventually in 2005, the band got signed to Spitfire Records. The original release was remixed and remastered by Spitfire, before they released it on February 21, 2006. The re-release included two new songs, "Cruise Out of Control" and "Ragdoll", featuring Gray on vocals. It received radio play and its sales got the album up to number 25 on the charts.
Spitfire Records/Eagle Rock Entertainment, 2002/2006 (SPITCD263). Used (cover/disc): EX+/EX+.


Tracklist:
1. Stigmata 3:14
2. Ruby Wednesday 3:02
3. Slave To The System 4:34
4. Live This Life 4:04
5. Cruise Out Of Control 3:54
6. Abyss 4:13
7. Disinfected 3:29
8. Gone Today 4:37
9. Will You Be There 3:38
10. Leaves 4:45
11. Ragdoll 3:35
12. Walk The Line 4:53
Total playing time: 47:58 min.

The third re-release of the first live mini-album by legendary American Thrash Metal band.
It was recorded in New York City on their Haunting North America Tour (in front of a room of people) in the autumn of 1984. It has been questioned by both critics and authors that the audience sound may or may not be faked, however when asked if they were fake, producer Bill Metoyer said: "I don't know if I should tell you".
The album was released through Metal Blade Records in 1985 on vinyl and cassette. 1987 re-edition includes also CD release, and features studio version bonus track “Chemical Warfare” from “Haunting The Chapel” EP.
This remastered re-release includes original version of the album, without any bonus tracks. Remaster 1993.
Metal Blade Records Inc., 1985/1987/1993/2021 (3984-15789-2). Made in Germany. Pressed in Austria.


Tracklist:
1. Black Magic 3:57
2. Die By The Sword 4:03
3. Captor Of Sin 3:32
4. The Antichrist 3:13
5. Evil Has No Boundaries 2:58
6. Show No Mercy 3:02
7. Aggressive Perfector 2:29
Total playing time: 23:16 min.

Remastered re-release of the first live mini-album by legendary American Thrash Metal band.
It was recorded in New York City on their Haunting North America Tour (in front of a room of people) in the autumn of 1984. It has been questioned by both critics and authors that the audience sound may or may not be faked, however when asked if they were fake, producer Bill Metoyer said: "I don't know if I should tell you".
Limited Edition 180g Blue/White & Black Splatter Vinyl. Original artwork with 250g lyric/photo insert and large 60x60 cm poster.
Metal Blade Records GmbH, 1985/2016/2021/2025 (3984-15789-7). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. Black Magic 4:06
2. Die By The Sword 3:52
3. Captor Of Sin 3:34
4. The Antichrist 3:15

Side 2
5. Evil Has No Boundaries 2:59
6. Show No Mercy 3:05
7. Aggressive Perfector 2:27

The first live mini-album by legendary American Thrash Metal band.
It was recorded in New York City on their Haunting North America Tour (in front of a room of people) in the autumn of 1984. It has been questioned by both critics and authors that the audience sound may or may not be faked, however when asked if they were fake, producer Bill Metoyer said: "I don't know if I should tell you".
The album was released through Metal Blade Records in 1985. 1987 re-edition features studio version bonus track “Chemical Warfare” from “Haunting The Chapel” EP.
Remastered re-release on 180g Black Vinyl in 400g heavy cardboard cover includes large 60x60cm poster.
Metal Blade Records GmbH, 1985/2021 (3984-15789-1). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. Black Magic 4:06
2. Die By The Sword 3:52
3. Captor Of Sin 3:34
4. The Antichrist 3:15

Side 2
5. Evil Has No Boundaries 2:59
6. Show No Mercy 3:05
7. Aggressive Perfector 2:27

The fourth European re-release of the fifth full-length studio album by the legendary American Thrash Metal band.
It was the first album of Slayer released on the new Rick Rubin's label Def American (because of disagreements with the producer of Def Jam owner Russell Symons). "Seasons In The Abyss" is the last Slayer’ album with Dave Lombardo before his return in 2002. 
After staking out new territory with the underrated "South Of Heaven", Slayer brought back some of the pounding speed of "Reign In Blood" for their third major-label album, "Seasons In The Abyss". Essentially, "Seasons" fuses its two predecessors, periodically kicking up the mid-tempo grooves of "South Of Heaven" with manic bursts of aggression. "War Ensemble" and the title track each represented opposite sides of the coin, and they both earned Slayer their heaviest MTV airplay to date.
In fact, "Seasons In The Abyss" is probably their most accessible album, displaying the full range of their abilities all in one place, with sharp, clean production. Since the band is refining rather than progressing or experimenting, "Seasons" doesn't have quite the freshness of its predecessors, but aside from that drawback, it's strong almost all the way from top to bottom (with perhaps one or two exceptions).
Lyrically, the band rarely turns to demonic visions of the afterlife anymore, preferring instead to find tangible horror in real life - war, murder, human weakness. There's even full-fledged social criticism, which should convince any doubters that Slayer aren't trying to promote the subjects they sing about. Like Metallica's "Master Of Puppets" or Megadeth's "Peace Sells... But Who's Buying!", "Seasons In The Abyss" paints Reagan-era America as a cesspool of corruption and cruelty, and the music is as devilishly effective as ever.
CD debuted at the 44th position on the Billboard 200 and number 18 on the UK Albums Chart. In 1992 was certified a Gold in both the United States and Canada. The title track and "War Ensemble" earned Slayer its heaviest airplay on MTV to date. "Seasons In The Abyss" certainly among the top of three albums of the band!
Remastered 180g vinyl.
American Recordings, LCC/Universal Music International, 1990/2022 (B0018855-01). Made in Poland for USA.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. War Ensemble 04:52
2. Blood Red 02:48
3. Spirit in Black 04:08
4. Expendable Youth 04:10
5. Dead Skin Mask 05:19

Side 2
1. Hallowed Point 03:24
2. Skeletons of Society 04:41
3. Temptation 03:26
4. Born of Fire 03:07
5. Seasons in the Abyss 06:37

Total playing time: 42:34 min.

Remastered re-release of the debut full-length studio album by legendary American Thrash Metal band.
Slayer’s debut is still regarded as a milestone for a new way of doing Metal. This new way was a start of the real Thrash Metal. This album is, along with “Kill ‘Em All”, “Killing Is My Business… And My Business Is Good” and “Bonded By Blood”, an important sign of the new growing scene. Slayer, grown up with Venom and true Heavy Metal, created a piece of history, a must for every Metal kid. And the story begins right here… Four guys, that wanted to play fast and brutal, join together and, after few demos, they recorded the first album, “Show No Mercy” - ten tracks of pure Speed/Thrash Metal.
Brian Slagel signed the band to Metal Blade, after watching their performing of the song "Phantom of the Opera" by Iron Maiden. The band was forced to self-finance their debut album, combining the savings of vocalist Tom Araya, who was employed as a respiratory therapist, and money borrowed from guitarist Kerry King's father. Touring extensively promoting the album, the band brought close friends and family members along the trip, who helped backstage with lighting and sound.
The album was recorded & mixed in November 1983 at Track Record Studios and released a month later. It took only eight hours to record (!!!), to cut down studio costs, which explains the poor production quality. Although criticized for poor production quality, "Show No Mercy" became Metal Blade Records' highest selling release!
Nothing commercial, nothing accessible - just pure Thrash f***ing Metal of the highest order, with a steroidal injection of NWOBHM.
Metal Blade Records, 1983/1985/2021 (3984-15791-2). Made in Germany. Pressed in Austria.


Tracklist:
1. Evil Has No Boundaries 03:07
2. The Antichrist 02:48
3. Die By The Sword 03:35
4. Fight Till Death 03:36
5. Metal Storm / Face The Slayer 04:51
6. Black Magic 04:02
7. Tormentor 03:35
8. The Final Command 02:31
9. Crionics 03:27
10. Show No Mercy 03:06
Total playing time: 34:38 min.