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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.

For the first time on Picture Disc, the debut full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy/Glam Metal band.
With Glam Rock making a comeback of sorts in 1984 (Mötley Crüe, Ratt, etc.), another Los Angeles band, W.A.S.P., couldn't have picked a better time to release its self-titled debut.
By merging lyrics that dealt with the expected Heavy Metal themes (sex, Satanism, etc.), alongside Blackie Lawless' rough vocals and Chris Holmes' guitar riffing, the band sounded and looked more menacing than your average L.A. Glam band at the time. Add to it a stage show that was gimmick-heavy (Lawless would drink blood from a skull and rip open a pillow, while wearing buttless leather pants and saw blades on his arms), and you had a "can't miss" recipe for controversy and publicity - resulting in the debut's eventual Gold certification.
The album has been known under three different names; the spine of the original vinyl release had "Winged Assassins" printed on it, while early cassette releases of the album had the name of the album's first track, "I Wanna Be Somebody", printed in bold letters on the cover. The album is officially entitled simply "W.A.S.P.", which it is typically referred to as.
Upon its original release, controversial track "Animal (Fuck Like a Beast)" was deleted from the album. The Parents Music Resource Center had labelled the song as one of its "Filthy Fifteen" songs that determined to be morally objectionable. Capitol Records subsequently bowed to pressure and pulled the song. The band released the song on an independent label in the UK as a single in 1984, and it was reinstated on the album's 1998 reissue. The song "Tormentor" was heard in the films "The Dungeonmaster" (1984) and "TerrorVision" (1986).
Traditional 80s Metal of the absolute highest calibre!!
Limited Editions 180g Picture Disc in Die-Cut Cover.
Sanctuary Management Production Limited/Snapper Music/Madfish, 1984/2017 (SMALP1066). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:

Side One
1. I Wanna Be Somebody 3:42
2. L.O.V.E. Machine 3:54
3. The Flame 3:40
4. B.A.D. 3:56
5. School Daze 3:35

Side Two
1. Hellion 3:36
2. Sleeping (In The Fire) 3:58
3. On Your Knees 3:48
4. Tormentor 4:16
5. The Torture Never Stops 3:55

Total playing time: 38:20 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 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.

The third full-length studio album by American Heavy Metal band.
It sounds actually much better than a lot of stuff that was out back then! Wild Dogs are a band out of Portland, Oregon that began their career in 1980. They were lost in the shuffle back in the eighties, but they toured with a lot of those traditional Heavy Metal bands that had a longstanding career.
The singer Matt McCourt sounds like a mix of Joe Elliott from Def Leppard, Vince Neil from Mötley Crüe, with a dash of Rob Halford. Every song pounds you to the ground and rocks out like never before! They are very traditional Heavy Metal and could give a run of the money to a lot of the bands out there today!!
Safe to say that their main comparison would be with Mötley Crüe and early Judas Priest. Sounds a lot like some early New Wave Of British Heavy Metal and just makes you want to headbang, even at work or on the subway home. No song really stands out, as every song is pretty much equal on that front. Great riffs, pounding drums, and a singer with such a range, it’s pretty incredible. Such a shame that they weren’t getting recognition back then.
From top to bottom, this is what Heavy Metal meant to the masses in the mid to late eighties!!! A must listen for fans of traditional Heavy Metal!!!!
Enigma Records, 1987 (ST-73241). Made in USA. Printed in Canada. First press. Still sealed. Small cut on the cover.


Tracklist:

SIDE ONE
1. Metal Fuel ( In The Blood) 4:55 
2. Man Against Machine 3:49 
3. Call Of The Dark 4:15 
4. Siberian Vacation 4:38 
5. Psychoradio 4:19

SIDE TWO
6. Streets Of Berlin 5:11 
7. Spellshock 3:44 
8. Reign Of Terror 5:48 
9. We Rule The Night 5:28

Total playing time: 42:07 min.

The third full-length album by legendary British Progressive/Psychedelic Rock band.
The band's first album to feature guitarist Steve Howe, who replaced Peter Banks in 1970, as well as their last to feature keyboardist Tony Kaye until 1983's "90125".
The album was the first by the band not to feature any cover versions of songs.
While the album retained close harmony singing, Kaye's Hammond organ, and Chris Squire's melodic bass, as heard on earlier releases, the new material also covered further styles including Jazz piano, Funk, and acoustic music. All of the band members contributed ideas, and tracks were extended in length to allow music to develop. Howe contributed a variety of guitar styles, including a Portuguese guitar, and recorded the solo acoustic guitar piece "Clap", live at the Lyceum Theatre, London.
The album was a critical success and a major commercial breakthrough for Yes, who had been at risk of being dropped by Atlantic Records due to the commercial failures of their first two albums. It reached number 4 in the United Kingdom and number 40 in the United States, and was later certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America for surpassing one million copies. The album is one of three by Yes to appear in the book "1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die". The album is also featured in the book "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die".
Atlantic Recording Corporation/Elektra Entertainment/Rhino Vinyl, 1971/2013 (R1 73788). Made in USA.


Tracklist:

Side One
1. Yours Is No Disgrace 9:36
2. Clap 3:07
3. Starship Trooper 9:23
   a. Life Seeker
   b. Disillusion
   c. Würm

Side Two
1. I've Seen All Good People 6:47
    a. Your Move
    b. All Good People
2. A Venture 3:13
3. Perpetual Change 8:50

Total playing time: 40:56 min.

Debut full-length solo album (eventually the third in career) by legendary Swedish Neoclassical/Shred/Hard Rock/Power Metal guitarist-virtuoso.
Yngwie J. Malmsteen, a virtuoso guitarist who burst onto the music scene in the early 1980s with the rather stereotypical 80s Metal band Alcatrazz, became renowned for his speedy play and mesmerizing solos. After Yngwie departed from Alcatrazz, he launched a highly successful solo-career. Yngwie's debut album "Rising Force" put Malmsteen on the map as a solo artist when the album drew critical acclaim for it's virtuoso-like guitar work. Yngwie followed "Rising Force" with his second album, "Marching Out". Yngwie's sophomore release didn't draw as much praise as his debut did, but it nevertheless was another work of sheer guitar brilliance and helped elevate Yngwie to the ranks of a guitar-god.
Malmsteen was hyped, if not over-hyped, when he came into the music scene early in his career. Many called him the "Next Hendrix" and critics began to deem Yngwie as the next great guitarist, and possibly the best to ever live. While Yngwie's rankings as a guitarist are up for debate, in order to live up to his praises, Yngwie released "Trilogy" - his second-best album after "Rising Force".
"Trilogy" shows a more mature side of Yngwie, both in his guitar and in his lyrics, and finds him delving wholeheartedly into fantastic, medieval themes and lyrical imagery. Yngwie's compositional skills are at their peak, and of all his albums, the lyrics here contribute the most to the overall feel of the music. The guitar solos, as always, are jaw-droppingly fast and technically demanding, but Malmsteen is still capable of playing them with force and fire behind them.
In the liner notes, Malmsteen dedicates the album to the memory of the late Swedish Prime Minister Olof Palme, who was assassinated on 28 February 1986.
"Trilogy" is an album that shows Malmsteen's amazing guitar work as well as his descent lyrical potential. The album reached #44 on that year's Billboard 200 chart and remained charted for thirteen weeks.
This rare Russian edition has titles and tracks marked in English and Russian.
Polydor/Melodiya, 1986/1988 (C60 27355 005). Made in USSR. Used.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. You Don't Remember, I'll Never Forget 04:27
2. Liar 04:07
3. Queen In Love 04:04
4. Crying 05:00
5. Fury 03:56

Side 2
6. Fire 04:12
7. Magic Mirror 03:49
8. Dark Ages 03:56
9. Trilogy Suite Op:5 07:14

Total playing time: 40:44 min.

The nineteenth full-length studio album by legendary Russian Alternative Punk/Hard Rock band.
Мистерия Звука, 2015 (LP-M+336-2). First press.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Цирк 04:09
2. Кайф и истерика 04:38
3. Ток шок рок 03:39
4. Такие дела, хозяин 03:28
5. Охота 03:55
6. Шанс 07:28

Side B
7. Шаги 03:24
8. Засада 04:45
9. Прыг-скок 03:09
10. Музыка 03:54
11. Гаси 02:43
12. Когда окончится день 06:18