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The second full-length album by American AOR band.
Urgent gelled when Michael and Steve Kehr, formerly of Sterling, pulled other brother Don along for "Cast The First Stone", a great debut produced by the storied Ian Hunter. Hunter hauls old bro Mick Ronson, the guitarist from Hull, 'round again for Urgent's sophomore effort "Thinking Out Loud". Already jaded by the '80s, Hunter found the first album sessions to be a soulless experience, feeling records and radio were closed books. As a result, the royal duo's workload lightens to only co-authoring three tracks: "If This Is Love," "Inch by Inch", and "Pain (Love Is a Victim)" - the last intended for a future Hunter/Ronson project. Judas Priest helmsman Tom Allon handles production. Ensnaring no fanfare or air time, and lacking the snap of the first record, "Thinking Out Loud" disappeared instantly, along with Urgent, though the band maintains status in esoteric AOR circles.
However, this album has a good range. We can find very nice combination of tunes here, and be in love with tracks like "Running Back" for it's awesome keyboards and pre-chorus. "If This Is Love" is a great ballad. You'll can't forget the catchy "Give'em Enough Rope" for a great contributions. Still, this album is good one to have in your collection!
Manhattan Records, 1987 (MLT46680). Made in USA. First press. Although item brand new and factory sealed, there are tiny cut out on right down corner.


Tracklist:
Side A
1. Pain (Love Is A Victim) 4:21
2. Shot In The Dark 3:51
3. I Can't Take It No More 3:42
4. If This Is Love 4:51
5. Always Be There 3:28

Side B
6. Running Back 4:19
7. Extra Extra 3:45
8. Give 'em Enough Rope 4:42
9. Inch By Inch 3:49
10. All Over The World 4:24
Total playing time: 41:12 min.

Legendary Rock Opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber with lyrics by Tim Rice.
The musical started off as a rock opera concept recording before its first staging on Broadway in 1971. The result was a chart-topping LP followed in short order by a Broadway production and, a little later, a multi-million-dollar movie (oddly enough, the original double LP created barely a ripple in England in 1970 and 1971, though there was eventually a British stage production that went on to become what was then the longest-running musical on London's West End).
More than 60 top-flight singers and musicians included (Chris Spedding, John Gustafson, Mike Vickers, P.P. Arnold, and members of Joe Cocker's Grease Band, not to mention Murray Head, Ian Gillan, and Yvonne Elliman in key singing roles).
The album reached #1 on the Billboard chart in 1971 and served as a launching pad for numerous stage productions on Broadway and in the West End! The original 1970 boxed-set issue of this 2-record set was packaged in the U.S. with a special thin brown cardboard outer box which contained the 2 vinyl records and a 28-page libretto. It is also the sixth most successful album of all time in Norway, peaking at #3 and staying on the charts for 87 weeks!!
The honor of every vinyl collector!!!
AnTrop, 1970/1991 (P91 00029). Unofficial release. Made in USSR. Used (cover/booklet/disc I/disc II): EX+/EX+/EX+/EX+.
 

Tracklist:

LP1
01.Overture
02.Heaven On Their Minds
03.What's The Buzz & Strange Thing Mystifying
04.Everything's Alright
05.This Jesus Must Die
06.Hosanna
07.Simon Zealotes & Poor Jerusalem
08.Pilates' Dream
09.The Temple
10.Everything's Alright
11.I Don't Know How To Love Him
12.Damned For All Time & Blood Money

LP2
01.The Last Supper
02.Gethsemane (I Only Want To Say)
03.The Arrest
04.Peter's Denial
05.Pilate And Christ
06.King Herod's Song (Try It And See)
07.Judas' Death
08.Trial Before Pilate (Incldunig The 39 Lashes)
09.Superstar
10.Crucifixion
11.John Nineteen Forty-One

Samples: http://www.lastfm

The sixth full-length studio album by legendary American Hard Rock band.
The last Van Halen album until "A Different Kind Of Truth" (2012) to feature lead singer David Lee Roth, who left in 1985 following creative differences. As of 2019, this would be the final full-length album to feature all four original members (Van Halen brothers, Roth, and Michael Anthony). Roth would return in 2007, but Eddie's son Wolfgang would replace Anthony in 2006.
"1984" and debut album are Van Halen's bestselling albums, each having sold more than 10 million copies. Rolling Stone ranked the album number 81 on its list of the 100 Greatest Albums of the 1980s. It reached number two on the Billboard 200 album chart and remained there for five weeks, behind Michael Jackson's "Thriller" (on which guitarist Eddie Van Halen made a guest performance). The album was certified diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America in 1999. The album was also included in the book "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die". Guitar World Magazine placed the album on their list of "New Sensations: 50 Iconic Albums That Defined 1984".
Cut out from the original analog master tapes. Packaging replicated to the finest detail. Pressed with more care than ever. 180g gatefold vinyl.
Warner Bros. Records/Rhino Records, 1983/2010 (8122-79792-3 / R1-23985). Made in EU. Pressed in Germany.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. 1984 1:07
2. Jump 4:04
3. Panama 3:31
4. Top Jimmy 2:59
5. Drop Dead Legs 4:13

Side 2
1. Hot For Teacher 4:42
2. I'll Wait 4:41
3. Girl Gone Bad 4:43
4. House Of Pain 3:18

Total playing time: 33:18 min.

The seventh full-length studio album by German Progressive Metal band.
Superb progressive Metallers Vanden Plas got together with Germany's bestselling author Wolfgang Holbein (who is a big fan of the band) to create a Rock Opera based on his series of "Chronicle Of The Netherworld" novels. Together, they created nineteen songs and entitled it "Blutnacht" (Bloodnight). Starring Vanden Plas vocalist Andy Kuntz in the lead role and with the rest of the band in the orchestra pit they played 25 sold-out performances in Germany throughout the 2012/2013 seasons to huge critical acclaim. With Holbein's agreement, Vanden Plas then decided to adapt the opera into the basis of their next studio release with Kuntz taking on all roles as 'Storyteller' and with the songs becoming heavier to suit the band’s fan base and an album format. “Chronicles Of The Immortals: Netherworld (Path One)” is the result and contains the first 10 songs of the story with the conclusion “Chronicles Of The Immortals: Netherworld II” released in 2015.
This album is mind-blowing and the work that has gone into this and the theater production absolutely incredible. Huge melody, emotion and power along with superb songwriting and ability make it the best album they have released. 
Central to the whole album is Andy Kuntz's incredible vocal performance, which is a true master class of singing. Musically, "(Path One)" also excels. Guitarist Stephen Lill is wonderful throughout and Keyboard Maestro Günter Werno plays with a passion bordering on the heart wrenching. Bassist Torsten Reichert and drummer Andrea Lill are also superb; the whole band effortlessly transferring the live songs to a studio format. What helps is that Vanden Plas have had the same lineup from day one, and they seem almost telepathically connected.
Not all concept albums are easy to follow but "(Path One)" bucks that trend. Lyrics are beautiful and, right from the start, you know exactly who is who and what is happening. Production is crystal clear and sounds huge. The whole thing is packaged with incredible artwork that also sets the scene for the story.
Without doubts, one of the best albums of 2014!
Double 180g vinyl in gatefold cover.
Frontiers Records/Soulfood Music GmbH, 2014 (PRELP 074). Made in Germany. First press. Used (cover/disc 1/disc 2): NM-/NM/NM.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Vision 1ne 3:52
2. The Black Night 8:29
3. Godmaker 5:24
Side B
4. Misery Affection Prelude 1:39
5. A Ghosts Requiem 3:56
6. New Vampyre 6:16
Running time: 29:36 min.

Side C
7. The King And The Children Of Lost World 7:53
8. Misery Affection 5:08
Side D
9. Soul Alliance 6:39
10. Inside 6:42
Running time: 26:22 min.

Total playing time: 55:58 min.

The sixth full-length studio album by German Progressive Metal band.
A good four years since their critically acclaimed studio recording, “Christ O”, hit the charts, Germany's finest Prog Metal act released their next effort.
Highly anticipated by the fans, what “The Seraphic Clockwork” has turned into a fascinating concept album which not only shows the quintet’s exceptional technical skills, but also highlights their impressive development as composers. Once again, Vanden Plas have succeeded in giving new impetus to their unmistakable style without watering down their very own unique sound. “The Seraphic Clockwork” sounds more multi-layered, Progressive and Metal-oriented than previous Vanden Plas releases.
The band's fascination with classical history has left its mark on “The Seraphic Clockwork” and particularly in terms of lyrics: the dramatic science fiction story of the concept album was penned by vocalist Andy Kuntz and which chronicles a trip to place and time from 16th century Rome to Jerusalem in the year 33 A.D.
The musical and lyrical complexity of “The Seraphic Clockwork” is certainly inspiring. Vanden Plas have proved again that they are the most imaginative and diverse of German Prog Metal bands and justly enjoy the highest international acclaim!
Double 180g vinyl in gatefold cover features Bonus Track.
Frontiers Records/Soulfood Music GmbH, 2010/2014 (PRELP 073). Made in Germany. First press. Used (cover/disc 1/disc 2): M/NM/NM.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Frequency 6:15
2. Holes In The Sky 5:26
3. Scar Of An Angel 7:26
Side B
4. The Final Murder 9:53
5. Quicksilver 8:55
Running time: 37:55 min.

Side C
6. Sound Of Blood 6:48
7. Rush Of Silence 9:23
Side D
8. On My Way To Jerusalem 12:51
9. Eleyson (Bonus Track) 5:33
Running time: 34:35 min.


Total playing time: 72:30 min.


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First time officially released the very first live album by the legendary British Heavy/Black/Speed Metal band.
One of the most legendary shows in the history of Metal now available on deluxe vinyl format!
Blistering live performance by Black Metal pioneers, recorded in 1984 at Hammersmith Odeon, London, UK, shows us the mighty Venom in all of their glory and at their best, with the huge stage and more of pyro than had veer previously been seen at the legendary Hammersmith Odeon venue!!
Back On Black, 2020 (BOBV791LP). Made in UK. Pressed in Czech. First official press.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Leave Me in Hell 03:37
2. Countess Bathory 03:44
3. Die Hard 03:02
4. 7 Gates of Hell 05:43
5. Buried Alive 04:19

Side B
6. Don't Burn the Witch 03:20
7. Welcome to Hell 03:15
8. Warhead 03:35
9. Stand Up and Be Counted 03:31

Total playing time: 34:06 min.

The debut full-length studio album by German Post-Hardcore/Metalcore band.
A solid debut from newcomers that want to bring something fresh to the table, and do success to an extent, falling within a certain range of style preference. They experiment quite a bit and try many things. 
An intriguing and quite pleasing mix of bands such as Atreyu, Lacuna Coil, Evanescence, Linkin Park, Parkway Drive, and many others, but Aspire is greater than the sum of its parts!
Golden Clear Splatter Vinyl.
Arising Empire/Cargo Records Germany GmbH, 2018 (AEC 4358-1). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. We Are One 4:13
2. Lights 3:16
3. The Longing 3:52
4. Fading Away (feat. Chris Wieczorek) 3:25
5. The Epilogue 3:54
6. Dilemma 3:59

Side B
7. My True North 4:35
8. Star Children 3:21
9. Nothing Less 3:32
10. Shades Of Memory 4:11
11. Silence 4:48
12. Ignite 4:14

Total playing time: 47:20 min.


Samples: https://venues.bandcamp.com

The second full-length studio album by German Symphonic Power Metal band, formed by legendary guitarist, ex-member of Rage, Lingua Mortis Orchestra, etc.
The Symphonic Metal Powerhouse are back with sophomore release – and you simply will not hear a better Power Metal album that year!
It takes true talent to deliver a consistent Symphonic Power Metal album without dipping into trite tendencies or mawkish sentimentality, but Almanac have managed it with ease, and considering the talent at work here, that should come as no surprise.
Guitar-god Victor Smolski’s reputation speaks for itself and his ridiculously high standards are maintained throughout "Kingslayer". Seemingly unleashed from previous tethers, his work here borders on genius and these compositions astonish while still hitting you square in the gut with supreme Metal heaviness. Each track has more melodies than you’d think you can handle, more moments of pure theatricality than thought possible (without once stepping over into full ‘cheese’ territory) and, most importantly, at least one massive, ground-shaking riff that’ll make you want to start a mosh with your nearest and dearest.
It’s not just Victor who shines of course. Much should be said about the outstanding vocals on "Kingslayer" and while enlisting three (count ’em, three!) vocalists in the shape of Andy B. Franck (Brainstorm, ex-Ivanhoe), David Readman (Pink Cream 69) and Jeannette Marchewka (Lingua Mortis Orchestra) may suggest overkill, the layering and meticulous juxtapositioning of all 3 voices works seamlessly throughout, aiding the storytelling and providing a strong sense of grandeur befitting the sub-genre.
Unsurprisingly, there’s a concept to "Kingslayer", involving real life historical figures, kings and queens, etc. 
This album slays, and you don’t have to be a fan of Rage, Helloween or any other Power Metal band, who’ve attempted and, occasionally, managed to deliver Power Metal perfection. You just need to love Metal of the purest kind, and with "Kingslayer", Almanac have quite probably delivered your Metal album of the year! Bombastic, effervescent and utterly-utterly brilliant!!
Limited Edition to 500 copies 180g double Golden Vinyl in gatefold cover.
Nuclear Blast GmbH/Cargo Records Germany GmbH, 2017 (NBCLP 4070-1). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:

Side A
Song 1. Regicide 6:10
Song 2. Children Of The Sacred Path 4:10
Song 3. Guilty As Charged 5:02

Side B
Song 1. Hail To The King 5:47
Song 2. Losing My Mind 5:33

Side C
Song 1. Kingslayer 1:33
Song 2. Kingdom Of The Blind 6:22
Song 3. Headstrong 6:11

Side D
Song 1. Last Farewell 5:01
Song 2. Red Flag 5:05

Total playing time: 51:14 min.

The debut full-length studio album by German Symphonic Power Metal band of legendary guitarist, ex-member of Rage, Lingua Mortis Orchestra, etc.
Formed by Victor Smolski after his departure from Rage, Almanac is a continuation of his work with the Lingua Mortis Orchestra.
Victor Smolski's style has been well established throughout his years with German Metallers Rage. Now he has felt it necessary to bring his stylings to the world of Symphonic Power Metal - under the moniker of Almanac. However, in actuality, "Tsar" ends up sounding more like the quirky, heavy riffs of Rage, with a few strings added to beef up the melodies of the riffs. Although this was recorded with a real orchestra - expect nothing like Rhapsody or Fairyland. What you can expect is some damn fine, riff-heavy, Progressively-tinged Power Metal done the way only a German can!
Fans of standard Power Metal fare will find plenty to enjoy beyond the crushing riffs of Smolski. There are points were the orchestra add a real stylistic flair - giving us an extra dimension to aurally examine. The melodic choruses are irresistible. There really is no stinker here, nothing reigns in the energy, and nothing treats the listener like a dullard. These are all smart, vibrant, enjoyable anthems for real music-lovers.
The production quality is top-notch. Every instrument, from the highest string right down to the rumbling bass guitar is allowed a moment to breathe. The bass becomes especially prominent in the sparse verses, where its tonic note brings an aura of true menace. 
"Tsar" is indeed a splendid record. Even if Symphonic Power Metal is the section of the record store that you're most unfamiliar with, "Tsar" will inspire you to get acquainted with it! Yet even beyond genre criteria, Almanac is a band that finds strength in the most organic of ingredients and churns them into pure Metal!!
Nuclear Blast Records, 2016 (NB 3576-1). Made in Germany. First press. Gatefold 2x LP / 45 RPM.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Tsar 7:48
2. Self-Blinded Eyes 6:00

Side B
3. Darkness 1:17
4. Hands Are Tied 5:48
5. Children Of The Future 5:19

Side C
6. No More Shadows 8:19
7. Nevermore 4:42

Side D
8. Reign Of Madness 6:31
9. Flames Of Hate 6:35

Total playing time: 52:19 min.

American edition of the debut full-length album by the cult German Hard ‘n’ Heavy band.
Victory was a band that should have become a household name in the United States but just never quite made it to the top. Even though they had a great career in Europe, the audience in the U.S.A. was never quite as accepting.
After releasing their successful self-titled debut album in 1985, they came back even stronger with “Don’t Get Mad… Get Even” and released the single “The Check’s in the Mail”. The song immediately charted and became a huge radio hit and the future looked bright for this band full of talented musicians.
Consisting of Herman Frank (Accept) on guitar, Charlie Huhn on vocals, Tommy Newton on guitar, Peter Knorn on bass, and Fritz Randow on drums, Victory proved to be as formidable as anyone on the circuit.
It’s still a mystery why this band is not mentioned alongside some of the mainstays of the “hair band” time period. If you were one of the fans who got “on board” back in the 80’s, you know what to expect with this re-release! If you are new to Victory and “Don’t Get Mad… Get Even”, you are in for a surprise, as this hard-edged, 80’s style Rock 'n' Roll will be an easy listen!!
Mercenary Records, 1987 (MER 2105). Made in USA. First American press. Still Sealed.


Tracklist:

SIDE ONE
1. Check's In The Mail 4:06 
2. Are You Ready 3:15 
3. Not Me 3:34 
4. Arsonist Of The Heart 4:01 
5. Hit And Run 3:30

SIDE TWO
6. She's Back 3:33 
7. Turn It Up 3:38 
8. Seven Days Without You Make Me Weak 3:58 
9. Sneaking Out 4:31 
10. Running Wild 3:47

Total playing time: 37:53 min.

The thirteenth full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy/Power Metal band.
Containing 14 tracks and clocking in at almost 80 minutes, "Nocturnes Of Hellfire & Damnation" certainly has a lot of material to digest. The band has managed to create an album that should offer something to please fans of their earlier work, as well as fans of the more recent darkened sounds.
With the release of "Visions Of Eden" in 2006, Virgin Steele had changed direction, playing a somewhat gloomy and melancholic style of Epic Metal. The album was keyboard heavy with guitars taking a back seat to the vocals and keys of David DeFeis. "The Black Light Bacchanalia" followed and offered the same style of music, but with guitars being far more prominent. "Nocturnes Of Hellfire & Damnation" comes 5 years after and changes things again. It is yet another great album to add to their already impressive discography.
Gone are the whispers of David DeFeis, sometimes barely audible on his last outing and right from the beginning you can hear some power and raw emotion with some spontaneous roars and screams thrown in. Tracks like "Lucifer's Hammer" and "Black Sun - Black Mass" would not be out of place on earlier heavier albums. Thankfully, the production has been improved, with all instruments being at least audible. In short, this album is definitely the heaviest since "The House Of Atreus Act II".
What can be one of the most impressive aspects of album, is a mix of older and newer styles. Around halfway through the album there is a rather noticeable change in direction. While the first half offers heavier and faster songs, the second half returns to the band's more recent style; mid-tempo, keyboard heavy and dreary. Fans of "Visions Of Eden" should really enjoy the second half of the album.
The band successfully achieved what they set out to do; create a collection of songs that offer a mix of Bluesy moments, moody chord changes, and monolithic riffs with new ideas. Each song stands alone instead of following an overall concept and there are genuine surprises within.
"Nocturnes Of Hellfire & Damnation" is not a complete return to the Epic Metal days of the mid to late 1990's where the band could simply do no wrong, nor is it a simple continuation of the darker sound of the 2000's. Higher tempo songs would have been great, but the compositional ability of David DeFeis is still as impressive as ever. Virgin Steele has been successful in creating an album that is a mix of styles, a bold direction and one that impresses further each time you'll listen to it!
Limited Edition Double Blue Vinyl in gatefold cover includes Bonus CD.
Steamhammer, a division of SPV GmbH, 2015 (SPV 268261 2LP). Made in Germany. First press.

 

Tracklist:

LP

Side one
1. Lucifer's Hammer 5:42
2. Queen Of The Dead 4:16
3. To Darkness Eternal 0:58
4. Black Sun - Black Mass 5:09

Side two
5. Persephone 7:28
6. Devilhead 5:22
7. Demolition Queen 8:20

Side three
7. The Plague And The Fire 6:29
8. We Disappear 7:54
9. A Damned Apparition 1:33
10. Glamour 5:20

Side four
11. Delirium 7:33
12. Hymns To Damnatio 6:55
13. Fallen Angels 6:05


CD

1. Lucifer's Hammer 5:42
2. Queen Of The Dead 4:16
3. To Darkness Eternal 0:58
4. Black Sun - Black Mass 5:09
5. Persephone 7:28
6. Devilhead 5:22
7. Demolition Queen 8:20
8. The Plague And The Fire 6:29
9. We Disappear 7:54
10. A Damned Apparition 1:33
11. Glamour 5:20
12. Delirium 7:33
13. Hymns To Damnation 6:55
14. Fallen Angels 6:05


Total playing time: 158:08 min.

First European re-release of the debut full-length studio album by legendary Canadian Technical Heavy/Thrash Metal band.
That first album from '84 tends to be the overlooked gem in the Voivod discography, as their albums from 1986 to 1991 always garner the most attention from Metal devotees. However, one cannot gloss over the importance over "War And Pain". Until then, Canada was not exactly a leader in the Heavy Metal world. Aside from workmanlike bands like Anvil and Exciter, the great Progressive trio Rush, the more middling trio Triumph, and the fun party Metal of Helix, the country had little to offer, Metalwise, by the time 1984 rolled around. "War And Pain" changed all that; here was an album that was not only so extreme it was startling, but it was also one that derived heavily from the various stalwart bands in the Underground Metal scene at the time, yet remained completely different from anything that came out that year.
Voivod's musical style has changed several times since the band's origin in the early 1980s. Starting out as a Speed Metal band, they have added a mix of Progressive Metal and Thrash Metal to create their own unique Metal style, and Voivod are credited as one of the "big four" Canadian Thrash Metal bands, along with Sacrifice, Razor, and Annihilator.
"War And Pain" is the sound of a band already in mid-stride, and the rate at which they improved as the years went on remains one of the most stunning runs in Heavy Metal history. This swanky re-release will please old fans to no end, and serve as a revelation to younger listeners, proving that it deserves to be placed among Metallica's "Kill 'Em All" and Slayer's "Show No Mercy" as one of the finest debut albums in '80s Underground Metal!!
Limited Edition 2017 remastered re-release features 180g Black Vinyl in 400g cardboard cover with bonus track and two-sided artwork poster.
Metal Blade Records GmbH, 1984/2018 (3984-25035-1). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:

Iron Side
1. Voivod 4:18
2. Warriors of Ice 5:07
3. Suck Your Bone 3:05
4. Iron Gang 4:17
5. War and Pain 4:56

Blower Side
1. Blower 2:44
2. Live for Violence 5:12
3. Black City 5:08
4. Nuclear War 7:01
Bonus Track:
5. Condemned to the Gallows (taken from “Metal Massacre V” 1984) 5:07

Total playing time: 47:49 min.

These dudes know what they are doing and manage to avoid the pitfalls of this limited genre.
The unholy offspring of Suicide Silence, Thy Art Is Murder and Whitechapel!!
180g Green Vinyl.
Arising Empire Records, a division of Nuclear Blast Europe/Cargo Records Germany GmbH, 2016 (NBCLP 3811-1). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Intro 1:17
2. Pitchblack 3:41
3. Cage 3:24
4. Haunted 3:49
5. Silen 4:08
6. Slaves 3:10
7. Scapegoat 3:52
8. 1110010 3:57
9. The Sinner 3:39
10. Death Pilgrim 5:44


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First re-release of the third full-length studio album by legendary German Heavy Metal band.
With Doro at the helm, Warlock put forth an interesting variation on the Sleaze/Glam Metal sound with a fair share of Judas Priest and Accept influences to boot. They started more concentrated upon the riff-oriented style the previous mentioned bands exhibited and didn’t spend too much time trying to write epic sounding ballads or lighter edged rock songs. On this release band began evolving their sound slightly away from that style and towards something a bit more mainstream. “True as Steel” is sort of a mixture of older guard aggressive Heavy Metal and the Glam style that was really growing in prominence at this point in the 80s. You can hear bits and pieces of Dokken, Quiet Riot, and even a little bit of early Riot (pre-Thundersteel). There is a larger emphasis on sing along choruses, much as is the case on the next release “Triumph and Agony”. It still, however, holds onto a good deal of the Speed Metal elements that were heard on “Burning the Witches” and the very heavy “Hellbound”. The resulting mix of styles is a very interesting listen.
This album has their first success outside of Europe, the single "Fight for Rock" charted on Billboard, and the music video for this song was aired on MTV's Headbangers Ball.
Vertigo Records/Phonogram GmbH/Music On Vinyl B.V. for Universal Music B.V., 1986/2014 (MOVLP056). Made in Netherlands. 180 gram audiophile vinyl pressing.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Mr. Gold 03:33
2. Fight For Rock 03:06
3. Love In The Danger Zone 04:09
4. Speed Of Sound 03:21
5. Midnite In China 04:30

Side B
6. Vorwärts, All Right! 03:45
7. True As Steel 03:20
8. Lady In A Rock 'n' Roll Hell 03:42
9. Love Song 03:45
10. Igloo On The Moon (Reckless) 03:10
11. T.O.L. 02:20

Total playing time: 34:41 min.

The first official re-release of the seventh full-length studio album by legendary British Hard Rock/Glam Metal band.
Also known as “Whitesnake” or “Snake Album” (released in Europe as “1987” and as “Serpens Albus” in Japan and USA). The differences are small, but they are enough to make it interesting. The first difference is the track order, which is very different. The album seems to flow a little better the way it is presented here, especially when utilizing "Still of the Night" as the opening track. This has always been one of their best songs, and by far one of the best Led Zeppelin rip-offs to ever be written. There are also two more songs than on the American release, making it that much more essential to fans. Of the two, "Looking for Love" is the standout; a nice slow build to a blustery chorus makes this a classic David Coverdale ballad. "You're Gonna Break My Heart Again" is the hard rocker, and though it isn't exactly the holy grail of Hard Rock, it is a decent song that fits nicely with the other material here. If the option is presented, this is the superior edition and should be purchased above the edited American version. Fans will need the two extra songs, while anyone looking to hear their best album should hunt this down for the superior track order!
The album aimed for more of a Heavy Metal sound than the previous ones but still managed to produce a major Soft Rock hit, "Is This Love". David Coverdale built Whitesnake's commercial breakthrough on a collection of loud, polished Hard Rockers, plus the band's best set of Pop hooks. The Led Zeppelin-ish "Still of the Night" offered headbanger appeal, but it was the big chorus of "Here I Go Again" - one of the very small number of non-power ballad '80s Hard Rock singles to actually top the Pop charts, and the quiet ballad "Is This Love" that really sold the album in spades. The rest of the album generally holds interest as well, and it's easily the band's best!!
The album was a major crossover hit eventually selling over eight million copies in the US (and thus going 8 times Platinum). The album peaked at #2 on US Billboard 200, and #8 on the UK Albums Chart. Its success in the US boosted its predecessor, "Slide It In", from Gold to double Platinum status.
Parlophone Records Ltd., 1987/2012 (624 4661). Made in UK. First remastered re-release. Marbled vinyl.


Tracklist:

Side One
1. Still Of The Night 
2. Give Me All Your Love 
3. Bad Boys 
4. Is This Love 
5. Here I Go Again '87 
6. Straight For The Heart

Side Two
1. Looking For Love 
2. Children Of The Night 
3. You're Gonna Break My Heart Again 
4. Crying In The Rain 
5. Don't Turn Away

The second official re-release of the seventh full-length studio album by legendary British Hard Rock/Glam Metal band.
Also known as “Whitesnake” or “Snake Album” (released in Europe as “1987” and as “Serpens Albus” in Japan and USA). The differences are small, but they are enough to make it interesting. The first difference is the track order, which is very different. The album seems to flow a little better the way it is presented here, especially when utilizing "Still of the Night" as the opening track. This has always been one of their best songs, and by far one of the best Led Zeppelin rip-offs to ever be written. There are also two more songs than on the American release, making it that much more essential to fans. Of the two, "Looking for Love" is the standout; a nice slow build to a blustery chorus makes this a classic David Coverdale ballad. "You're Gonna Break My Heart Again" is the hard rocker, and though it isn't exactly the holy grail of Hard Rock, it is a decent song that fits nicely with the other material here. If the option is presented, this is the superior edition and should be purchased above the edited American version. Fans will need the two extra songs, while anyone looking to hear their best album should hunt this down for the superior track order!
The album aimed for more of a Heavy Metal sound than the previous ones but still managed to produce a major Soft Rock hit, "Is This Love". David Coverdale built Whitesnake's commercial breakthrough on a collection of loud, polished Hard Rockers, plus the band's best set of Pop hooks. The Led Zeppelin-ish "Still of the Night" offered headbanger appeal, but it was the big chorus of "Here I Go Again" - one of the very small number of non-power ballad '80s Hard Rock singles to actually top the Pop charts, and the quiet ballad "Is This Love" that really sold the album in spades. The rest of the album generally holds interest as well, and it's easily the band's best!!
The album was a major crossover hit eventually selling over eight million copies in the US (and thus going 8 times Platinum). The album peaked at #2 on US Billboard 200, and #8 on the UK Albums Chart. Its success in the US boosted its predecessor, "Slide It In", from Gold to double Platinum status.
Gatefold Double 180 gram Vinyl includes eight unreleased before tracks (4 remixes and 4 lives).
Parlophone Records Ltd./Rhino Entertainment, 1987/2017 (0190295785178 / R1 563473). Made in EU.

 

Tracklist:

Record 1: Remaster 2017

Side One
1. Still Of The Night
2. Bad Boys
3. You're Gonna Break My Heart Again
4. Straight For The Heart
5. Here I Go Again 87

Side Two
1. Give Me All Your Love
2. Is This Love
3. Children Of The Night
4. Crying In The Rain 
5. Don't Turn Away


Record 2: Bonus Material

Side Three
1. Still Of The Night (2017 Remix)
2. Is This Love (2017 Remix)
3. Give Me All Your Love (2017 Remix)
4. Here I Go Again 87 (2017 Remix)
5. Looking For Love (2017 Remaster)

Side Four
1. Here I Go Again (Live 1987-88)
2. Is This Love (Live 1987-88) 
3. Give Me All Your Love (Live 1987-88)
4. Still of the Night (Live 1987-88)

The seventh full-length studio album by legendary British Hard Rock/Glam Metal band.
Also known as “Whitesnake” or “Snake Album” (released in Europe as “1987” and as “Serpens Albus” in Japan and USA). The differences are small, but they are enough to make it interesting. The first difference is the track order, which is very different. The album seems to flow a little better the way it is presented here, especially when utilizing "Still of the Night" as the opening track. This has always been one of their best songs, and by far one of the best Led Zeppelin rip-offs to ever be written. There are also two more songs than on the American release, making it that much more essential to fans. Of the two, "Looking for Love" is the standout; a nice slow build to a blustery chorus makes this a classic David Coverdale ballad. "You're Gonna Break My Heart Again" is the hard rocker, and though it isn't exactly the holy grail of Hard Rock, it is a decent song that fits nicely with the other material here. If the option is presented, this is the superior edition and should be purchased above the edited American version. Fans will need the two extra songs, while anyone looking to hear their best album should hunt this down for the superior track order!
The album aimed for more of a Heavy Metal sound than the previous ones but still managed to produce a major Soft Rock hit, "Is This Love". David Coverdale built Whitesnake's commercial breakthrough on a collection of loud, polished Hard Rockers, plus the band's best set of Pop hooks. The Led Zeppelin-ish "Still of the Night" offered headbanger appeal, but it was the big chorus of "Here I Go Again" - one of the very small number of non-power ballad '80s Hard Rock singles to actually top the Pop charts, and the quiet ballad "Is This Love" that really sold the album in spades. The rest of the album generally holds interest as well, and it's easily the band's best!!
The album was a major crossover hit eventually selling over eight million copies in the US (and thus going 8 times Platinum). The album peaked at #2 on US Billboard 200, and #8 on the UK Albums Chart. Its success in the US boosted its predecessor, "Slide It In", from Gold to double Platinum status.
Balkanton/EMI, 1987/1988 (BTA 12336). Made in Bulgaria. Used.

Tracklist:

Side A
1. Still Of The Night 6:36
2. Bad Boys 4:06
3. Give Me All Your Love 3:31
4. Looking For Love 6:33
5. Here I Go Again (USA Remix) 4:34

Side B
1. Crying In The Rain 5:37
2. Is This Love 4:43
3. Straight For The Heart 3:39
4. Don`t Turn Away 5:10
5. Children Of The Night 4:24

Total playing time: 48:53 min.

Special Edition third re-release of the sixth full-length studio album by the legendary British Hard Rock band.
It was the first Whitesnake album to be released by Geffen Records in the US, but was remixed for the release there. Because of this, two different editions of the album exist, each with its own unique qualities. The European edition of the album contains the original mix. This mix features a stronger presence of keyboards by Jon Lord, and the bass is more noticeable. The track order is also different from the US mix. The US mix lowers the keyboards and bass in the mix, and is more orientated around the guitars and drums. The US version features some different guitar solos to the European edition, with the addition of John Sykes as a third guitarist layered on top of the original guitar parts recorded by Mel Galley and Micky Moody. The bass guitar parts which were originally recorded by Colin Hodgkinson were replaced by returning member Neil Murray's bass guitar parts. The US version also included some new keyboard parts by Bill Cuomo.
It was their fourth top 10 album in the UK, peaking at number 9. In 1988 the album re-entered the US charts due to the success of the self-titled “Whitesnake” album (1987 in Europe), and is certified double Platinum. It was the final Whitesnake recording to use the band's original "snake" logo.
Special Edition remastered re-release on White Vinyl in Gatefold Cover with bonus track!
Whitesnake Productions Overseas Ltd./EMI Records Ltd., 1984/2012 (624 4591). Made in Germany. Digital remaster 2009.


Tracklist:

Side One
1. Gambler 3:57
2. Slide It In 3:19
3. Slow & Easy 6:00
4. Love Ain't No Stranger 4:14
5. Give Me More Time 3:42

Side Two
1. Standing In The Shadow 3:38
2. Hungry For Love 3:29
3. All Or Nothing 3:40
4. Spit It Out 4:28
5. Guilty Of Love 3:24
Bonus Track:
6. Need Your Love So Bad 3:16

Total playing time: 43:07 min.

Second remastered re-release of the debut full-length studio album by legendary British Hard Rock band.
"Trouble" was album that setting the template for virtually all of the band's ensuing career, pre-1987 American sellout. This followed the 4-track EP "Snakebite", later available in the US as an import album from continental Europe.
"Trouble" was a band made up of seasoned veterans after all, and they knew exactly what it was they wanted: edgy Hard Rock based on R&B. They also knew who was boss: Coverdale, who after enduring a minority stake in the mighty Deep Purple, was now clearly established as top dog and de facto leader of the new outfit. And what a slick, powerful outfit it was, too, with guitarists Marsden and Micky Moody compensating whatever visual shortcomings they may have had with their rock-solid six-string partnership, and former Deep Purple organist Jon Lord (for the first time in Whitesnake line-up) holding it all together in the back.
The album reached No. 50 on the UK Albums Chart when it was released in October 1978. 
"Trouble" turned out to be the first step in a long, and very successful career.
Re-released on 120 g vinyl in gatefold cover.
Sunburst Records Ltd./Parlophone Records Ltd., A Warner Music Group Company, 1978/2014 (UAGR 30305 | 2564633944). Made in EU.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Take Me With You 4:45
2. Love To Keep You Warm 3:40
3. Lie Down (A Modern Love Song) 3:10
4. Day Tripper (The Beatles cover) 3:45
5. Nighthawk (Vampire Blues) 3:30

Side B
1. The Time Is Right For Love 3:22
2. Trouble 4:47
3. Belgian Tom's Hat Trick 3:23
4. Free Flight 4:03
5. Don't Mess With Me 3:14

Total playing time: 37:39 min.

Deluxe Editions second re-release of the eighth full-length studio album by legendary British Hard Rock/Glam Metal band.
The band’s third consecutive Platinum record!
Adrian Vandenberg was credited as a major co-songwriter, while Steve Vai was credited with "fulfilling all guitar responsibilities" on the album, and appeared in all the band's music videos.
"Fool For Your Loving" originally appeared on the album "Ready An' Willing", but it was re-recorded for this album.
The album peaked at number 10 on both, the UK Album Chart and US Billboard 200. It was sold over one million copies in the US, reaching Platinum status.
Deluxe Edition 30th Anniversary remastered rerelease on double 180g vinyl in gatefold cover features new remasters 2019, including B-Sides and alternative versions.
Rhino Records, 1989/2019 (0190295409784). Made in EU.


Tracklist:

Record One

Side One
1. Slip Of The Tongue 5:21
2. Kittens Got Claws 5:02
3. Cheap An' Nasty 3:28
4. Judgment Day 5:16

Side Two
1. Now You're Gone 4:12
2. The Deeper The Love 4:23
3. Sailing Ships 6:03
4. Wings Of The Storm 5:01


Record Two

Side Three
1. Slow Poke Music 3:59
2. Fool For Your Loving 4:11
3. Sweet Lady Luck (Single B-Side) 4:39
4. Now You're Gone (Chris Lord-Alge Single Remix) 4:09
5. Cheap An' Nasty (Alternate Solo & End) 3:37

Side Four
1. Slip Of The Tongue (Alternate Intro & Breakdown) 4:55
2. Fool For Your Loving (Vai Voltage Mix) 4:19
3. Judgment Day (Alternate & Extended Solos) 5:33
4. Fool For Your Loving (AOR Mix With CHR Intro) 4:13

Total playing time: 78:01 min.