MUSIC

Second EP by russian Thrash/Death Metal band.
Second attack of Necromantic Thrash/Death Metal Division from Russia will kick every ass!
Strictly limited to 500 copies.
Wings Of Destruction Productions/HeadXplode Records/Dark East Productions, 2012. Made in Russia. Pressed in Germany.


Tracklist:

Necrophiliac Side:
1. Corporation
2. Necrophiliac Dreams

Dreams Side:
3. Rise of the Antichrist
4. Speed Death

The seventh full-length studio album by cult Czech Heavy Metal band.
The last album with the former vocalist/guitarist Zdeněk Černý, who passed of cancer on Dec 3rd, 2023.
The band line-up features guitarist Marek "Ashok" Šmerda (ex- Root 1999-2014 and Cradle Of Filth 2014-2025) and longtime Cradle Of Filth drummer & keyboardist (2006-present) Martin "Marthus" Škaroupka.
The release includes two posters, one of which originally signed by all band members.
Fiend Enterprises/Monster Nation, 2021/2022 (MN-048). Made in Czech. First press.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. On 04:12
2. Monstra 03:44
3. Černá díra 04:28
4. Třetí neznámá 04:12
5. Bůh dal ďáblu den 03:21
6. Král Fair Play 03:52

Side B
7. Osud a čas 06:03
8. Narkobaron 03:49
9. Ahoj lidi 04:21
10. Blbej den 06:20
11. My, on a ti co zbyli! 04:18

Total playing time: 48:40 min.

Twisted American black metal meets southern rock.
Tjolgtjar presents to the listener a psychodelic Black Metal rock & roll freakout:
one screaming man, one guitar summoned from the mid-seventies, a bass from Elvis' closet,
and demented pygmie ritual drums.
Fourteen tracks of un-traditional Black Metal / Blues / Rock instanity.
Suffering Jesus Prod., 2008 (SJP015)


Tracklist:
1.Fjor Tjell Kjingdjam olf Hjoary 03:02
2.Lord of the Forest 03:54
3.Raptor Map 04:09
4.City On Fire 05:19
5.They Fall By Gunfire 03:39
6.Ode to Dixie 03:36
7.Hiking Through the Eastern Trails 02:42
8.Nu raagum Skuul, Fjelnjejs 04:09
9.Snakebite Cowgirl 05:33
10.The Spirit of the Wild 03:01
11.No Pride In the Prairie 03:59
12.Inside the Devil's Mind 04:00
13.Free Flight (Ted Nugent & The Amboy Dukes Cover) 02:26
14.Black Bear/Gone Shooting 06:04

Demented and bizarre American black metal.
Mix of fast and melodic black metal, in the traditional Scandinavian vein,
and the heavy metal sections sound quite NWOBHM inspired.
There are a few nods to Judas Priest (like the cover of Deciever).
Suffering Jesus Prod., 2007 (SJP 010)


Tracklist:
1.Dark Tjolg Mindtrip 03:01
2.Invocation Towards the Conjuration of Lust 02:30
3.Trapezoidiium (Ungod) 03:26
4.I Am the Ruler of Earth 02:46
5.Tjolgtjarian Messiah 03:22
6.Stoned Running Low 01:54
7.Bomb the Ghetto 03:07
8.Strong Signals from the Other Side 04:30
9.Voyage of Satan's Elves 04:14
10.Creepshow 03:49
11.Satan's Hollow 03:14
12.Gauntlet 04:14
13.Deceiver (Judas Priest Cover) 02:54

The twelfth full-length album by Norwegian Hard Rock/Heavy Metal band.
In the USA and Scandinavia, the album has been titled as "Engine" for reasons best known to record companies. Album features 11 new songs and a redo of “Harley Davidson” (as a European bonus track), which originally appeared on their self-titled debut release back in ’82. The song “Not Only Lonely” appears on the Japanese release as a bonus track.
Since forming in 1982 the band have been through many lineup changes, and the current lineup includes two members from the 1982 lineup - Ronni Le Tekrø (Guitar) and Morten "Diesel" Dahl (Drums). They are joined by Victor Borge (Bass) and Tony Mills (Vocals), both of whom have been with the band for around five years. After two albums with vocalist Tony Mills, TNT finally may have settled down a bit, returning to a heavy, less experimental vibe. Now TNT is ready to Rock again!
With 12 studio albums under their belt, it is easy to hear that the composition is strongly influenced by Tekro. With Tekro and Mills credited as writing the majority of the music, it’s easy to see why Mills was asked to join the band. His vocal range is a perfect match for Tekro’s frantic guitar playing. At times, his vocals are eerily similar to Harnell but not in a copy-cat way, maybe it’s just that he has incredible range and can sing way up in the stratosphere, which is exactly where Tekro playing is.
“A Farewell To Arms” is heavy, and it’s melodic… it’s also a bit experimental. But this time around, that experimentation is reigned in considerably. The album kicks off with "Engine" which starts with some distorted electric guitar before the song kicks in at full power. This is definitely a heavy track, and it sets the tone for the album - plenty of heavy guitars, great tunes and great vocals making this a great Hard Rock album. "Refugee" slows the pace slightly, but not significantly, before "Ship in the night" - a classic TNT Melodic Rock song with a good catchy chorus. The album ends with "God natt, Marie" (ignoring the bonus track on the European version) - a slow gentle ballad/lullaby.
From a fan perspective, after veering off the path to find a new identity, TNT returns with a vengeance. "A Farewell To Arms" hits you a lot like "My Religion" did when it came out. The main difference between the two albums is the guitars are heavier. There’s not a bad song on the CD.
TNT got criticism from many fans following their two previous albums, but this album should avoid that fate - this is TNT back to their best, and all Hard Rock fans should consider checking this album out!!
Metal Heaven/Dark Division, 2011 (IROND CD 11-DD845). Made in Russia. Used: good.


Tracklist:
1. Engine 4:37 
2. Refugee 4:18 
3. Ship In The Night 4:00 
4. Take It Like A Man - Woman! 3:01 
5. Come 3:41 
6. Barracuda 2:39 
7. A Signature On A Demon's Self-Portrait 0:57 I
8. Don't Misunderstand Me 3:28 
9. A Farewell To Arms 2:39 
10. Someone Else 4:21 
11. God Natt, Marie 4:28 
12. Harley Davidson (European Bonus Track) 3:33
Total playing time: 41:42

The second full-length album by Norwegian Gothic/Doom Metal band.
To Cast A Shadow are now back with their second full-length album so far, after the press-acclaimed debut "All Alone" album back in 2008. The new opus, entitled "In Memory Of", witnesses the evolution of band’s sound and the big potential and authenticity of To Cast A Shadow's music.
To Cast A Shadow's tale begins with a band of three friends coming together in a basement to play loud and pounding grooves, and continues through epochs of experimenting within a range of heavy musical stylings. Influenced by The 3rd And The Mortal, My Dying Bride, Type O Negative, Satyricon, Anathema, Tool, Paradise Lost and Black Sabbath, the band's musical expression has landed firmly within the domain of Melodic Doom/Goth Metal. The sound was finally complete when a female singer was added to the mix. The original twist to the music must be found in the angelic voice of Gunnhild, which is the main voice besides the male grunting and growling. Gunnhild does not have the most remarkable voice of female Metal singers, but she simply is the best addition to these tunes of Doom and melancholy, and she does so with power and crystal clear cleanliness.
"In Memory Of" challenges two common prejudices – that against Goth Metal, whatever that is, and that against Metal where women actually sing, despite the fact that male and female Metal singers often share the same register. This record is simply fine Metal. It is mostly subtle, melodic Doom, but sometimes it wields classic Metal heft and Black Metal atmosphere.
There are clearly Sabbath-ey Doom touches here and there but the category that sprang to mind is Goth. Proper, old fashioned Goth Metal as pioneered by the likes of Paradise Lost. It’s dark and brooding in places and it has that quintessential Goth sound with wailing guitars, brooding emotion and to top it all off an impressive vocal performance from Gunnhild Huser. The album opens with the cheerily entitled "Tormented" which gives an excellent taster for what is to come. Add this to the fact that the songs are beautifully written in that finest depressing Goth tradition and it all combines to make this a very special release.
The CD was recorded at Hamar Recordings in Norway with producer Kristian Sigland (The Crest, Theatre Of Tragedy) and was mastered at Leon Music Studio in Sweden by Rikard Lofgren. It features a guest appearance by Theatre Of Tragedy lead singer Nell Sigland in the song "Betula". The artwork was developed and realized by Matthew Vickerstaff of Darkwave Art (My Dying Bride, Cradle Of Filth).
If you are a fan of Dark, Gothic Metal from the likes of My Dying Bride and Paradise Lost then To Cast A Shadow are a band that it is definitely worth checking out!!
Kolony Records, 2011 (KR011CD). Made in Italy. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Tormented 4:49
2. Morose 5:27
3. Nightfall 5:00
4. Oceans Apart 4:46
5. Betula 1:21
6. My Misery 4:45
7. When You Leave The Room 4:22
8. Set Alire 4:34
9. The Answer 4:42
10. In Memory Of 4:32
Total playing time: 44:18

The second full-length studio album by Tobias Sammet's (Edguy) Symphonic Power Metal project.
It is a concept album and a Rock opera. It is written in the format of a play, and the songs are the characters' dialogues and inner thoughts. The songs carry on the story begun in “The Metal Opera”, with the same characters. Much like other Power Metal albums, the compositions draw aesthetic and lyrical influences from early fantasy literature such as "The Lord of the Rings" and the "Red Sonja" series.
The albums feature many artists from various Power Metal bands, such as Helloween, Gamma Ray, Stratovarius, Rhapsody of Fire, and many more.
Line-up: Tobias Sammet (Edguy), Henjo Richter (Gamma Ray), Markus Grosskopf (Helloween), Alex Holzwarth (Rhapsody of Fire).
Guests: Jens Ludwig (Edguy), Timo Tolkki (Symfonia, ex-Stratovarius), Eric Singer (KISS, Black Sabbath, Alice Cooper), Michael Kiske (ex-Helloween), David DeFeis (Virgin Steele), Sharon den Adel (Within Temptation), Rob Rock (ex-Axel Rudi Pell, ex-Warrior), Andre Matos (ex-Symfonia, ex-Shaaman, ex-Angra, ex-Viper), Kai Hansen (Gamma Ray), Timo Tolkki (ex-Symfonia, ex-Stratovarius), Bob Catley (Magnum) and more.
The whole album is brilliant. All the tracks flow together and there is a freshness and energy throughout. Tobias Sammet was at his creative and artistic peak with this effort. Stands up to countless listening. Extremely well recorded, with well-balanced soloing, it's bombastic and fantastic! One of the greatest Power Metal recordings in history!!
Platinum Edition expanded re-release in Silver foil printed Digipak includes 24-page booklet, live bonus track and live video.
AFM Records GmbH, 2002/2018 (AFM 060-9). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:
1. The Seven Angels 14:18
2. No Return 04:29
3. The Looking Glass 04:53
4. The Quest For 03:54
5. The Final Sacrifice 05:02
6. Neverland 05:00
7. Anywhere 05:29
8. Chalice Of Agony 06:00
9. Memory 05:43
10. Into The Unknown 04:29
Bonus Track
11. Sign Of The Cross (Live In Sao Paolo / Brazil) 4:03
Video
Sign Of The Cross (Live In Sao Paolo / Brazil) 4:03
Total playing time: 68:19 min.

The second full-length studio album by Tobias Sammet's (Edguy) Symphonic Power Metal project.
It is a concept album and a Rock opera. It is written in the format of a play, and the songs are the characters' dialogues and inner thoughts. The songs carry on the story begun in “The Metal Opera”, with the same characters. Much like other Power Metal albums, the compositions draw aesthetic and lyrical influences from early fantasy literature such as "The Lord of the Rings" and the "Red Sonja" series.
The albums feature many artists from various Power Metal bands, such as Helloween, Gamma Ray, Stratovarius, Rhapsody of Fire, and many more.
Line-up: Tobias Sammet (Edguy), Henjo Richter (Gamma Ray), Markus Grosskopf (Helloween), Alex Holzwarth (Rhapsody of Fire).
Guests: Jens Ludwig (Edguy), Timo Tolkki (Symfonia, ex-Stratovarius), Eric Singer (KISS, Black Sabbath, Alice Cooper), Michael Kiske (ex-Helloween), David DeFeis (Virgin Steele), Sharon den Adel (Within Temptation), Rob Rock (ex-Axel Rudi Pell, ex-Warrior), Andre Matos (ex-Symfonia, ex-Shaaman, ex-Angra, ex-Viper), Kai Hansen (Gamma Ray), Timo Tolkki (ex-Symfonia, ex-Stratovarius), Bob Catley (Magnum) and more.
The whole album is brilliant. All the tracks flow together and there is a freshness and energy throughout. Tobias Sammet was at his creative and artistic peak with this effort. Stands up to countless listening. Extremely well recorded, with well-balanced soloing, it's bombastic and fantastic! One of the greatest Power Metal recordings in history!!
American version release contains two bonus tracks.
Painful Lust/AFM Records/Century Media, 2002 (Century Media 8052-2). Made in USA.


Tracklist:
1. The Seven Angels 14:16
2. No Return 04:29
3. The Looking Glass 04:51
4. The Quest For 03:53
5. The Final Sacrifice 05:01
6. Neverland 04:58
7. Anywhere 05:28
8. Chalice Of Agony 06:01
9. Memory 05:40
10. Into The Unknown 04:26
Bonus Tracks:
11. Chalice Of Agony (edit version) 05:04
12. Avantasia (single version) 04:08
Total playing time: 68:19 min.

The second full-length studio album by Tobias Sammet's (Edguy) Symphonic Power Metal project.
It is a concept album and a Rock opera. It is written in the format of a play, and the songs are the characters' dialogues and inner thoughts. The songs carry on the story begun in “The Metal Opera”, with the same characters. Much like other Power Metal albums, the compositions draw aesthetic and lyrical influences from early fantasy literature such as "The Lord of the Rings" and the "Red Sonja" series.
The albums feature many artists from various Power Metal bands, such as Helloween, Gamma Ray, Stratovarius, Rhapsody of Fire, and many more.
Line-up: Tobias Sammet (Edguy), Henjo Richter (Gamma Ray), Markus Grosskopf (Helloween), Alex Holzwarth (Rhapsody of Fire).
Guests: Jens Ludwig (Edguy), Timo Tolkki (Symfonia, ex-Stratovarius), Eric Singer (KISS, Black Sabbath, Alice Cooper), Michael Kiske (ex-Helloween), David DeFeis (Virgin Steele), Sharon den Adel (Within Temptation), Rob Rock (ex-Axel Rudi Pell, ex-Warrior), Andre Matos (ex-Symfonia, ex-Shaaman, ex-Angra, ex-Viper), Kai Hansen (Gamma Ray), Timo Tolkki (ex-Symfonia, ex-Stratovarius), Bob Catley (Magnum) and more.
The whole album is brilliant. All the tracks flow together and there is a freshness and energy throughout. Tobias Sammet was at his creative and artistic peak with this effort. Stands up to countless listening. Extremely well recorded, with well-balanced soloing, it's bombastic and fantastic! One of the greatest Power Metal recordings in history!!
AFM Records, 2002 (AFM 060-2). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:
1. The Seven Angels 14:16
2. No Return 04:29
3. The Looking Glass 04:51
4. The Quest For 03:53
5. The Final Sacrifice 05:01
6. Neverland 04:58
7. Anywhere 05:28
8. Chalice Of Agony 06:01
9. Memory 05:40
10. Into The Unknown 04:26
Total playing time: 68:19 min.

The ninth full-length studio album by legendary Symphonic Power Metal Opera all-star project.
Darkness descends over the hall, the curtain rises. Dear audience, welcome to the wondrous otherworld of Avantasia!
With his ninth album, Tobias Sammet invites you to join him on an enchanted journey into his own version of reality, which is full of fantastic events and encounters.
It is a captivating, deeply magical universe that Tobias Sammet has built over the past two decades. Since his debut "The Metal Opera" (2001), the Peter Pan of international Rock and Metal has romped between Metal, Classical and Rock, beguiling the biggest festivals around the world with his travelling circus and working with the greatest voices in the Metal world, including Alice Cooper and Scorpions' Klaus Meine.
According to Tobias Sammet, song ideas go back as far as 2018 but were not finalized until a few months before the album release.
Beside Tobbias Sammet, "A Paranormal Evening With The Moonflower Society" includes appearance by next vocalists: Ralf Scheepers (Primal Fear), Floor Jansen (Nightwish), Michael Kiske (Helloween), Jørn Lande, Ronnie Atkins (Pretty Maids), Bob Catley (Magnum), Eric Martin (Mr. Big) Geoff Tate (Queensrÿche).
Nuclear Blast GmbH, 2022 (58301 | NB5830-1). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:

I
1. Welcome To The Shadows 5:05
2. The Wicked Rule The Night 4:25
3. Kill The Pain Away 3:43
II
4. The Inmost Light 3:26
5. Misplaced Among The Angels 5:16
6. I Tame The Storm 3:52
Running time: 25:47 min.

III
7. Paper Plane 3:53    
8. The Moonflower Society 5:14
9. Rhyme And Reason 4:41
IV
10. Scars 4:13
11. Arabesque 10:10
Running time: 28:11 min.

Total playing time: 53:58 min.

The ninth full-length studio album by legendary Symphonic Power Metal Opera all-star project.
Darkness descends over the hall, the curtain rises. Dear audience, welcome to the wondrous otherworld of Avantasia!
With his ninth album, Tobias Sammet invites you to join him on an enchanted journey into his own version of reality, which is full of fantastic events and encounters.
It is a captivating, deeply magical universe that Tobias Sammet has built over the past two decades. Since his debut "The Metal Opera" (2001), the Peter Pan of international Rock and Metal has romped between Metal, Classical and Rock, beguiling the biggest festivals around the world with his travelling circus and working with the greatest voices in the Metal world, including Alice Cooper and Scorpions' Klaus Meine.
According to Tobias Sammet, song ideas go back as far as 2018 but were not finalized until a few months before the album release.
Beside Tobbias Sammet, "A Paranormal Evening With The Moonflower Society" includes appearance by next vocalists: Ralf Scheepers (Primal Fear), Floor Jansen (Nightwish), Michael Kiske (Helloween), Jørn Lande, Ronnie Atkins (Pretty Maids), Bob Catley (Magnum), Eric Martin (Mr. Big) Geoff Tate (Queensrÿche).
Strictly Limited Edition to 3500 copies, double Grey (Moonstone) Vinyl.
Nuclear Blast GmbH, 2022 (58301 | NB5830-7). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:

I
1. Welcome To The Shadows 5:05
2. The Wicked Rule The Night 4:25
3. Kill The Pain Away 3:43
II
4. The Inmost Light 3:26
5. Misplaced Among The Angels 5:16
6. I Tame The Storm 3:52
Running time: 25:47 min.

III
7. Paper Plane 3:53    
8. The Moonflower Society 5:14
9. Rhyme And Reason 4:41
IV
10. Scars 4:13
11. Arabesque 10:10
Running time: 28:11 min.

Total playing time: 53:58 min.

The ninth full-length studio album by legendary Symphonic Power Metal Opera all-star project.
Darkness descends over the hall, the curtain rises. Dear audience, welcome to the wondrous otherworld of Avantasia!
With his ninth album, Tobias Sammet invites you to join him on an enchanted journey into his own version of reality, which is full of fantastic events and encounters.
It is a captivating, deeply magical universe that Tobias Sammet has built over the past two decades. Since his debut "The Metal Opera" (2001), the Peter Pan of international Rock and Metal has romped between Metal, Classical and Rock, beguiling the biggest festivals around the world with his travelling circus and working with the greatest voices in the Metal world, including Alice Cooper and Scorpions' Klaus Meine.
According to Tobias Sammet, song ideas go back as far as 2018 but were not finalized until a few months before the album release.
Beside Tobbias Sammet, "A Paranormal Evening With The Moonflower Society" includes appearance by next vocalists: Ralf Scheepers (Primal Fear), Floor Jansen (Nightwish), Michael Kiske (Helloween), Jørn Lande, Ronnie Atkins (Pretty Maids), Bob Catley (Magnum), Eric Martin (Mr. Big) Geoff Tate (Queensrÿche).
Limited Edition Digibook includes bonus track.
Nuclear Blast GmbH, 2022 (58301 | NB5830-1). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Welcome To The Shadows 5:05
2. The Wicked Rule The Night 4:25
3. Kill The Pain Away 3:43
4. The Inmost Light 3:26
5. Misplaced Among The Angels 5:16
6. I Tame The Storm 3:52
7. Paper Plane 3:53    
8. The Moonflower Society 5:14
9. Rhyme And Reason 4:41
10. Scars 4:13
11. Arabesque 10:10
Bonus Track:
12. Paper Plane (Tobias' Demo Version) 4:37
Total playing time: 58:35 min.

The fifth full-length studio album by Tobias Sammet's Symphonic Power Metal project.
It is the third and final part of "The Wicked Trilogy", which includes also "The Scarecrow" and "The Wicked Symphony" albums. It was released along with the fourth album, "The Wicked Symphony".
To be honest, "Angel Of Babylon" is the weakest of the trilogy. However, it is still really solid. There are some really awesome songs on this one. Following "The Wicked Symphony"'s really foreboding and sinister feel, "Angel Of Babylon" stands in stark contrast. It's a lot more upbeat and hopeful. It's the third act, the resolution of the story. Just as "The Wicked Symphony" reflected its theme in every way, down to the artwork and the vocal inflections, this album does that as well.
The album is actually excellent, but it is definitely the weakest of the trilogy due to a couple less memorable songs. Nonetheless, it's a great finale to the trilogy. Just as the other two albums felt like sonic paintings, great works of art, "Angel Of Babylon" is no different. It is the capstone of what continues to stand at the top of the many works of the modern-day Mozart, Tobias Sammet! Definitely listen to them!!
Nuclear Blast GmbH, 2010 (NB 2478-2). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Stargazers 9:33
2. Angel Of Babylon 5:29
3. Your Love Is Evil 3:53
4. Death Is Just A Feeling 5:21
5. Rat Race 4:07
6. Down In The Dark 4:23
7. Blowing Out The Flame 4:51
8. Symphony Of Life 4:30
9. Alone I Remember 4:48
10. Promised Land 4:47
11. Journey To Arcadia 7:12
Total playing time: 58:54 min.

The eighth full-length studio album by legendary Symphonic Power Metal Opera all-star project of Tobias Sammet.
As with previous Avantasia projects, the album features extensive collaborations with returning and new guest vocalists. The album marks Hansi Kürsch's and Candice Night's first guest performances on an Avantasia album. Sammet first wanted to have Kürsch sing in The Metal Opera, but wasn't able to do so due to scheduling conflicts. When he wrote "Moonglow", he didn't initially have Night in mind, but when he tried to think of someone to sing on the track, she seemed the ideal name.
Inspiration for the album title came from Sammet's fascination for the Moon. The story follows a nocturnal creature struggling to cope with the reality of boldness and beauty and ends up resorting to the darkness of the moon glow to hide itself from the world. Lyrics deal with themes such as adjustment and non-adjustment, expectations, convictions and feeling out of place and fall within the Victorian gothic and dark romanticism genres. On “Moonglow” Sammet once again delves with the topic of being an outsider and not belonging in a glossy reality, something all of us are quite familiar with living in an era of polished Instagram selfies and superficial values. While the lyrics paint a picture of a Victorian setting, Sammet‘s thoughts and lyrics are timeless and applied to any era. At the same time, the grandiose compositions hide an intimate story of an outcast not afraid to turn his back on all things that glitter but aren’t gold, drawing inspiration from personal experience all listeners can undoubtedly relate to.
"Moonglow" is yet another strong album, with stellar guest performances and a top-notch production. It's perhaps one of the most varied Avantasia albums, and with every listen you will like it more and more, and put it on endless repeat. "Moonglow" will shine beautifully next to your Avantasia catalogue, and if you haven't listened to Tobias Sammet's project yet, then this will definitely be a good introduction into the discography. With stars on board of the ship such as Eric Martin (Mr. Big), Geoff Tate (Queensryche), Ronnie Atkins (Pretty Maids), Michael Kiske (Helloween), Jørn Lande (ex-Masterplan), Bob Catley (Magnum), Hansi Kürsch (Blind Guardian), Mille Petrozza (Kreator), and Candice Night (Blackmore's Night), "Moonglow" is a solid proof that Sammet’s Avantasia has grown from a passion-project into a fully-formed institution that constantly redefines how Epic Metal should sound like!
Nuclear Blast GmbH, 2019 (27361 45312 / 4531-2). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Ghost In The Moon 9:52
2. Book Of Shallows 5:01
3. Moonglow 3:57
4. The Raven Child 11:15
5. Starlight 3:39
6. Invincible 3:08
7. Alchemy 7:29
8. The Piper At The Gates Of Dawn 7:21
9. Lavender 4:31
10. Requiem For A Dream 6:09
11. Maniac 4:27
Total playing time: 66:49 min.

Re-release of the first two full-length studio albums, in one set, by Tobias Sammet's (Edguy) Symphonic Power Metal project.
Tobias Sammet could be described as an adventurous person. After all, gathering a bunch of musicians within the Power Metal realm and making a huge epic spanning two albums while dubbing it "The Metal Opera" speaks to how motivated and how creative he is. The best part is he succeeded with the concept and the combination of a cool story, great cast, and memorable songs, making this a winner. The Golden Edition of these albums further adds to the aura of the epic.
The albums come in a set shaped like a book with a surface that is supposed to be weathered like one has just found a relic. Brushed, golden letters adorn the front, but on the inside is where the extras shine. Inside are a bunch of pages filled with Sammet's comments on all the songs found in the opera and both acts of the story written out. Furthermore, there are a bunch of pictures of Sammet’s mug, him with the band, and also an extensive interview with him talking about the guest musicians and the process of making the albums. The two extra tracks are a radio edit of “Avantasia”, and a cool live version of “Sign of the Cross”, performed by Shaman with Sammet.
With the packaging being exemplary, the songs have to match up with it. Thankfully, they do, as both albums bring strong Power Metal that will rattle you to the bone. The operas are full of twists and turns musically and this is essential for any Power Metal fan or anybody who enjoys a huge concept with thoughtful vocal lines to wrap their heads around. These records are certainly pompous, self-indulgent, and pretentious, but Sammet had a huge vision and it paid off. The mysticism is added with reading the “book” the albums come in and following along as the music plays. The extras added are worth the cost, plus it looks good. So sit back and go on an adventure to Avantasia!
AFM Records GmbH, 2001/2002/2008 (AFM 150-9). Made in Germany. Pressed in Austria.


Tracklist:

Part One
1. Prelude 1:11
2. Reach Out for the Light 6:32
3. Serpents in Paradise 6:17
4. Malleus Maleficarum 1:42
5. Breaking Away 4:36
6. Farewell 6:33
7. The Glory of Rome (5:29
8. In Nomine Patris 1:04
9. Avantasia 5:32
10. A New Dimension 1:39
11. Inside 2:23
12. Sign of the Cross 6:26
13. The Tower 9:45
Exclusive Bonus Track:
14. Avantasia (Radio Single) 4:10
Running time: 63:26 min.

Part Two
1. The Seven Angels 14:18
2. No Return 4:30
3. The Looking Glass 4:53
4. In Quest For 3:56
5. The Final Sacrifice 5:03
6. Neverland 5:01
7. Anywhere 5:29
8. Chalice of Agony 6:02
9. Memory 5:44
10. Into the Unknown 4:30
Exclusive Bonus Track:
11. Sign of the Cross (live in São Paulo/Brazil) Performed by Shaman, feat. André Matos & Tobias Sammet 4:01
Exclusive Video:
12. Sign of the Cross (live in São Paulo/Brazil) Performed by Shaman, feat. André Matos & Tobias Sammet 
Running time: 65:58 min.

Total playing time: 126:39 min

The debut full-length studio album by Tobias Sammet's (Edguy) Symphonic Power Metal project.
A concept album and a Metal Opera, it's followed by the sequel "The Metal Opera, Part II". Both were written over the course of a year, starting in the last quarter of 1998, and both were produced from October 1999 to June 2000, with the works being interrupted for some weeks so Sammet could produce "The Savage Poetry" with his other band, Edguy.
The project claims that the album's title marked the first usage of the term "Metal Opera". Sammet also considers it his professional debut, since it marked the first time he actually made money from music, even though by that time he had already released three albums with Edguy.
According to Sammet, the album's plot is partly based on real witch trials in Fulda (his hometown) and Mainz held in the 16th and 17th centuries.
The list of singers speaks for itself: among others, Michael Kiske, Kai Hansen, David DeFeis, Andre Matos and Tobias Sammet himself.
In 2019, Metal Hammer ranked it as the 25th "Best Power Metal album of all time". In 2021, they ranked it as the 18th "Best Symphonic Metal album".
AFM Records, 2001 (AFM CD 040-2). Made in Germany. Repress.


Tracklist:
1. Prelude 1:11
2. Reach Out For The Light 6:33
3. Serpents In Paradise 6:15
4. Malleus Maleficarum 1:43
5. Breaking Away 4:34
6. Farewell 6:32
7. The Glory Of Rome 5:28
8. In Nomine Patris 1:04
9. Avantasia 5:32
10. A New Dimension 1:39
11. Inside 2:24
12. Sign Of The Cross 6:24
13. The Tower 9:43
Total playing time: 59:02 min.

The debut full-length album by German Black Metal band.
True Grim Raw German Black Metal with Eminenz and Krig members!!
Selfreleased/Distribution via Kristallblut Records, 2015. Made in Germany. Pressed in Poland.


Tracklist:
1. Einleitung 02:24
2. Der Krieg gegen das Kreuz 06:14
3. Rabenflug 02:48
4. Todgeweiht 03:30
5. Das Hühnengrab 02:10
6. Selbstmord 04:01
7. Inquisition 02:55
8. Herbstregen 02:55
9. Das Ende des Weges 03:43
10. Verwesung 03:08
Total playing time: 33:48 min.

The second full-length studio album by American singer-songwriter.
PolyGram Records, Inc./Polydor, 1990 (843 133-1). Made in Holland. First press. Used (cover/disc): NM-/NM.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. Always  4:03
2. Swept Away  4:17
3. A Small Song  3:13
4. Skintight  4:10
5. Bon Vivant  4:20

Side 2
6. Face To Face  5:10
7. Grace Under Pressure  4:28
8. On The Frontline  4:57
9. Love Is My Religion  4:13
10. Circle Back Home  5:18

Total playing time: 44:09 min.

The third full-length album by Italian Power/Neoclassical Metal band.
Bearing the name of a famous 17th century classical composer, and hailing from roughly the same region in Italy, Tommaso Vitali does not disappoint, as he is a virtuoso with the guitar, up to the talent of the aforementioned legends, if not exceeding.
The album opens on the title song, "Indivisible", which eases the listener into the album with a generic intro, making a sharp turn into brave originality about 45 seconds in. The song definitely grabs the attention and raises the expectations for the rest of the album. Very prominent guitars and vocals carry the song, however often overshadowing the very pleasant drumming. Carsten Schulz does a lovely job carrying the vocal duties. The backing vocals on the track add great depth, and combined with the tempo of the drums, constitute to creating the perfect opener for the album. "The Lodge" opens with an organ, immediately raising very pleasant associations with one of Hammerfall's songs, namely "Between Two Worlds". However, that's where the similarities end, as "The Lodge" is not a soft and melancholic ballad, but a pounding Metal epic with great heavy guitars and exceptionally pleasant vocals by Apollo Papathanasio, whose style of singing immediately transported us back to 1975, when Ronnie Dio left his mark on the legendary titular album for Rainbow.
"Duel" is an instrumental, and it's really classic similar to Manowar's "Today is a Good Day to Die". "Macabradanza" is a chemical perfection of so many distinct elements, that Tommy masterfully juggles with and manages to mix in an amazing melody and strong presence, further enhanced by the brilliant vocals of Roberto Tiranti and Chiara Manese. An amazing and memorable song with operatic elements and beautifully complementing voices. "Forever Lost" is slow and beautiful acoustic ballad, brilliant and emotional.
"Wings of Doom" is a typical fast Power Metal song, also heavily dominated by guitars, this time remembering early Rhapsody Of Fire. "Coraline" is a uniquely beautiful song, seemingly inspired by "Phantom of the Opera", among others. The song is rich and complex, moody like an Avantasia track, brilliantly performed by Jan Manenti, eerie, emotional and soaring - a true masterpiece, and the second song on this album after "Macabradanza" that any band would be proud to have. "La Bestia" is another instrumental, this time slower and more atmospheric at start, and more rhythmic and energetic later on, definitely giving off more pleasant vibes than "Duel". "Sinner" is a fast and hard Power Metal track, bearing the familiar voice of Fabio Lione. The final track on the album, "Joan of Arc", is an anthem for our favorite badass woman of history. Again, a very pleasant song, with just the right proportions of fast, epic, hard, and melodic. The back vocals reminds of 90's Iced Earth, while the very beginning bought to another great song - WASP's "Widowmaker". After an emotional mid-section, the song is very rhythmic and captivating.
"Indivisible" definitely is a very rich, very solid and complete release, that beams with inspiration, energy, complexity and emotion. "Indivisible", "Macabradanza" and "Coraline" are the high points of the album; they far surpass the quality of material we have come to expect from some previously legendary bands. The album plays around familiar Neoclassical and Symphonic Power Metal, and develops a new meaning, utilizing the talents of a small army of guest vocalists, each performing admirably!
SG Records, 2017 (SGCD102). Made in Italy. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Indivisible 06:06
2. The Lodge 06:24 
3. Duel 04:36
4. Macabradanza 05:06
5. Forever Lost (acoustic) 05:05
6. Wings of Doom 04:35
7. Coraline 06:04
8. La Bestia 04:14
9. Sinner 04:46 
10. Joan of Arc 07:21
Total playing time: 54:37 min.

Debut full-length album by Russian Shamanic Pagan Folk Black Metal band, side project of BEER BEAR members.
Sound Age Productions, 2011 (SAPCD 211)


Tracklist:
1.Я лес (I'm forest) 02:20
2.Волчий Пастырь (Shepherd of wolf) 06:31
3.Север-владыка жестокий (North-cruel lord) 12:35
4.Цвета крови рассвет (Dawn Colors of blood) 04:25
5.Летели вороны (Ravens Flied) 09:16
6.Маразула (Marazula) 03:47
7.Водокрес (Water christening) 01:14
8.Топь (Swamp) 05:13
9.Равноденствие (Equinox) 07:12
10.Тропою звёзд (By path of stars) 02:25
Total playing time: 54:58