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The debut full-length album from Ukrainian Death Metal band.
Musically from the first track the listener grasps by brutal Death Metal tornado, which promises to keep it real hard tension throughout the album. Bright surround vocals, sharp as a razor guitar, virtuoso bass parts, high-speed but sustained drums - all of this is the debut album of band NAVALM.
Lyric of album - is first of all dipping into the whole history, in to a long psychological process of self-knowledge where the dirtiest, ingenious thoughts of our mind could not leave anyone indifferent, indifferent to the protest, aggression and fury against an unjust social structure of society, of the main character by the name Frank.
At the album "Recovery Of Sync" in addition to the main genre Death Metal you can also hear elements of such styles as: Punk Rock, Thrash Metal, Death'n'Roll and Grind Core.
Metal Scrap Records, 2013 (MSR062/CD). 
 

Tracklist:
1. Let Others Pray 03:17
2. Sign 02:09
3. Cemetery Administration 03:04
4. Unnecessary 01:22
5. An Evil Time 03:31
6. Steps In The Void 02:33
7. Recovery Of Sync 03:04
8. Frank Decomposition 01:58
9. Tomb In The Arctic 03:31
10. Slut Hanging On Hooks 01:36
11. To Parcel Up Meat 01:30
12. Worse Than Any Murderer 02:34
13. Revenge 02:13
14. Strain Of Mind 02:48
15. The Prophecy 03:23

 

The debut full-length album from Ukrainian Death Metal band.
Musically from the first track the listener grasps by brutal Death Metal tornado, which promises to keep it real hard tension throughout the album. Bright surround vocals, sharp as a razor guitar, virtuoso bass parts, high-speed but sustained drums - all of this is the debut album of band NAVALM.
Lyric of album - is first of all dipping into the whole history, in to a long psychological process of self-knowledge where the dirtiest, ingenious thoughts of our mind could not leave anyone indifferent, indifferent to the protest, aggression and fury against an unjust social structure of society, of the main character by the name Frank.
At the album "Recovery Of Sync" in addition to the main genre Death Metal you can also hear elements of such styles as: Punk Rock, Thrash Metal, Death'n'Roll and Grind Core.
Metal Scrap Records, 2013 (MSR062/CD). Made in Ukraine. First press.
 

Tracklist:
1. Let Others Pray 03:17
2. Sign 02:09
3. Cemetery Administration 03:04
4. Unnecessary 01:22
5. An Evil Time 03:31
6. Steps In The Void 02:33
7. Recovery Of Sync 03:04
8. Frank Decomposition 01:58
9. Tomb In The Arctic 03:31
10. Slut Hanging On Hooks 01:36
11. To Parcel Up Meat 01:30
12. Worse Than Any Murderer 02:34
13. Revenge 02:13
14. Strain Of Mind 02:48
15. The Prophecy 03:23

 

The second full-length studio album legendary the Scottish Hard Rock band.
Although their music is most accurately described as "Blues-tinged Hard Rock" (CD liner notes), this record is quite far from the band's more standard fare, featuring, quite surprisingly, a number of acoustic arrangements, several songs with orchestral strings, and traditional Scottish airs. The band was known for being a pure, powerful Hard Rock band in concert and on later releases, but on this album they decided to abandon the riff-heavy guitar assault they showcased as a live act. "Exercises" is a collection of mostly acoustic tracks with lush harmonies and little sign of the driving in-your-face Rock that they showcased on their debut, "Nazareth". On tracks like "Madelaine" and "In My Time", the band comes across more like laid-back English Pop balladeers Badfinger than their real contemporaries like Deep Purple and Thin Lizzy.
There are a few strong moments on the album. "Woke Up This Morning" is a strong track that provides a Bluesy vocal performance by Dan McCafferty, driving rhythm, and some great slide guitar work by Manny Charlton. "Called Her Name" is another song where the listener will find the band hitting full stride and sounding much more comfortable. The album's "1692 (Glen Coe Massacre)" is about a real incident in Scottish history, namely, the massacre of Glencoe. The album is also significant for its Roy Thomas Baker production—only his third project, and well before his breakthrough works with Queen in the mid-seventies—and its oddly 'new wave' cover-art. An early version of the "Razamanaz" song, "Woke Up This Morning", also makes an appearance on Side 1.
Fortunately, with the help of Deep Purple bassist/producer Roger Glover, the band managed to return to their Hard Rock style and finally captured their live sound on their follow-up album, 1973's "Razamanaz", which cemented their reputation as an upper-echelon Hard Rock act of the '70s.
Remaster 2009, Blue Translucent Vinyl in gatefold cover.
USM Copyrights (Nazareth) Limited, a BMG company/Salvo/Plastic Head Distribution, 1972/2019 (SALVO388LP). Made in UK. Pressed in the E.U.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. I Will Not Be Led 3:03
2. Cat's Eye, Apple Pie 3:10
3. In My Time 3:30
4. Woke Up This Morning 3:14
5. Called Her Name 4:22

Side 2
6. Fool About You 2:47
7. Love, Now You're Gone 2:25
8. Madelaine 5:56
9. Sad Song 2:12
10. 1692 (Glen Coe Massacre) 3:56

Total playing time: 34:35 min.

The fourth re-release of the eighth full-length studio album by legendary Scottish Hard Rock band.
"Play 'N' The Game" found Nazareth continuing in the AOR direction they established with "Close Enough For Rock 'N' Roll". Like that album, it trades the driving Rock that made the group famous for an experimental sound that toys with several musical genres.
For instance, "Down Home Girl" is a stab at Southern Rock, and the band's cover of the Beach Boys classic "Wild Honey" slows down that song's tempo to create an effects-laden Psychedelic atmosphere. Elsewhere, the group covers the Hard Rock bases with "Someone to Roll" and "Born to Love", a pair of energetic, guitar-driven Rockers that would have fit in fine on "Razamanaz" or "Loud & Proud". They also cross-breed the energy of these tracks with Pop hooks on "L.A. Girls", a nimble bit of Pop/Rock fusion where speedy guitar riffs duke it out a with handclap-driven Pop song beat. However, the undeniable highlights of "Play 'N' The Game" are its ballads: "I Want to Do Everything for You" is a promise of eternal love built on a swinging and pleasingly earthy bass groove and "I Don't Want to Go on Without You" is a moody tale of lost love that shows off Manny Charlton's ability to craft the soft but powerful guitar riffs necessary for a good power ballad.
This album benefits from a more consistent overall sound than "Close Enough For Rock 'n' Roll", but its shifts in tone are too abrupt for their own good, making the proceedings come off as a loose collection of songs instead of a fully conceived album. Despite this problem, "Play 'N' The Game" is an effective slice of AOR that will please the Nazareth fan base!
2010 remastered audio, Cream Vinyl.
BMG UK Limited/Salvo, 1976/2019 (SALVO390LP). Made in UK.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. Somebody To Roll 3:50
2. Down Home Girl 5:01
3. Flying 4:25
4. Waiting For The Man 4:52

Side 2
1. Born To Love 3:55
2. I Want To Do Everything For You 4:14
3. I Don't Want To Go On Without You 3:47
4. Wild Honey 3:19
5. L.A. Girls 3:40

Unofficial live album by legendary Scottish Hard Rock band.
The classic U.K. live radio broadcast, recorded June 10th, 1985 at the Camden Palace, London, and originally broadcast on TV in the UK.
Great performance of the original line-up, including classics like “Dream On”, “Love Hurts” and “Hair Of The Dog”!
Limited Edition to 500 copies, 180 g heavyweight hand-numbered Transparent/Black Splattered Vinyl.
Second Records, 2021/2022 (SRFM0004SP). Made in Austria. Pressed in Poland.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Telegram / So You Wanna Be A Rock’n’Roll Star 5:51
2. Razamanaz 4:09
3. I Want To (Do Everything For You) 6:07
4. Boys In the Band 2:42
5. Beggars Boy 3:42

Side Two
1. Cocaine 3:42
2. This Month’s Messiah 4:55
3. This Flight Tonight 3:48
4. Love Hurts 4:04
5. Hair Of The Dog 5:48

Amazing debut full-length album by Melodic Progressive Heavy/Thrash Metal band from Italy.
Thrash, death, power and heavy metal blended together into powerful rhythms or moody spheres.
Special guests: Emil Bandera from Death SS and Gianluca Ferro from Time Machine!!
Orion Music/Furias Records, 2008 (OME005)


Tracklist:
1.Suffering First 01:53
2.Paintherapy 03:55
3.Threshold Of Consciousness 04:27
4.Building Ruins 05:37
5.Dressed Of Darkness 01:02
6.At The Mountains Of Madness 04:52
7.E.S.P. 04:43
8.Clepsydra 04:52
9.Wall Of Sleep 04:04
10.Night Ocean 03:37
Total playing time: 39:02

The second full-length solo album by the German Ambient/Folk/Electro/Post Rock singer.
Andrea Nebel (born Andrea Meyer), known under her artist name of Nebelhexë, is a recording artist, writer, actress and model. Her artistic expressions are of a dark and psychological nature. She has mesmerized the Alternative music scene since 1994. Her early love for British Gothic, New Wave and underground music brought her to London in 1990 where she soon became part of the subculture scenes. Always searching, and always having had a fascination for the supernatural, life’s mysteries and animals, she connected with various magic / pagan / witch circles. Seeking to explore and upgrade the understanding for the shadow side of the self, Andrea was soon involved with notorious magical and artistic performances.
“Essensual”, like the extravagant title, this is a unique album with new and fresh sounds. With an almost Pop like production, this album will surely attract a broader audience. With this album she tries to express hidden feelings, various thoughts within the psyche, the bad experiences that shape us, thoughts about our real being, thus the title "Essensual". The essence of sensuality. Exposing both a glossy 'model' side and the darker real side within, reflecting the diversity of Andrea’s inner self. Along with the album, Andrea has fashioned her own perfume, Nebelhexë “Essensual” which she already has been selling bottles of at her concerts in the past. “I don’t want to follow a path. I want to create my own and leave a trail.”
Candlelight Records/Mazzar Records/Mystic Empire, 2007 (MYST CD 259). Made in Russia. Used: very good.


Tracklist:
1. Underworld 4:00
2. Invisible Entity 4:04
3. Their Dead Poetry 3:31
4. Sun God 3:18
5. Erzulie's Charm 3:34
6. Purple Nightshades 4:38
7. Living Trash 4:37
8. The Figurehead 6:02
9. The Wish 3:50
10. Dreams Of Little Girls 3:45
Total playing time: 41:19

The debut full-length studio album by Italian Black/Doom Metal band.
Formed in 2007, started as a Black Metal project, soon the band added different influences to its sound, merging some Doom patterns to its already decadent experimentalism. It took the project ten long years before a debut could be pressed.
“Da’at” one of the true gems the Italian Underground has generated in 2017. “Da’at” is absolutely one of a kind. An album able to re-interpret the output of seminal acts such as Dolorian into a more personal and obscure way.
Convey an imaginary ranging from silence to darkness, touching the concept of non-existence. A constant evolution made of inner research and experimental waves of sound!
Vacula Productions, 2017 (VP 044). Made in Ukraine. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Memento 08:16
2. The Faceless Sculpture 08:10
3. The Fifth Dimension 03:47
4. Desolation of the Ocean After the Storm 04:01
5. Through Deep Waters 17:17
Total playing time: 41:31 min.


Samples: https://vaculaproductions.bandcamp.com

Debut full-length album by Argentinean Thrash Metal band.
One of the most representative bands from the Argentinean Metal scene!
Modern choppy Thrash mixing heavy and faster passages in almost equal dozes, but the attempts to blend both styles into one song, ruins the energetic tone of some of them.
In the 2nd half the guys apparently get tired and slide down to more repetitive, mid-paced formulas. "Marcado En Tu Piel" would be a rude awakening being a much more energetic thrasher, except for the balladic stretch in the middle; which carries the force after it sweeping the next "Gran Herida", another vigorous piece, and partially the closing "Penumbras" which at some point introduces the characteristic pounding riffage of late-80's Slayer before the infectious galloping riffs wrap it up nicely later on.
The classic shadow of Thrash is felt here and there, apparently provided by Fabian Ruiz, the Paganos guitarist, who may bring more retro moments for the future, if staying longer with the band.
100% recommended for fans of: Sepultura, Pantera and Lamb of God!!
Pacheco Records, 2011. Made in Argentina. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Intro  01:01
2. Caceria  03:30
3. Insano  04:56
4. Siete  03:47
5. Cadenas  03:25
6. Poseido  02:54
7. Morir Asi  04:16
8. Marcado en tu Piel  03:57
9. Gran Herida  03:17
10. Extincion  04:00
11.Penumbras  04:20
Total playing time:  39:23

The third full-length album by Swedish Gothic Extreme Metal band.
Gothic Melodic Death Metal with Doom, Folk, and Black touch!
Necroart are an Avant-Garde Extreme Metal outfit hailing from Pauia. They aim to infuse Swedish Death Metal with some old-school Black Metal sounds.
The album is set out from a horror story, an idea that occurred to Necroart several years ago as a good topic on which to write an album.
The album begins at the outset with the title track “Lamma Sabactani” which starts with a dark, eerie tone set by a deep, low drumming and something that sounds like keys rattling in the background. The storyline begins sounding like something like the Creation story from the Bible. “On the first day…” and then “On the second day”… but the Creation events are replaced with dark, creepy events that happen as the story begins. Combined with the creepy events, the music is a terrifying sound that sounds like something out of a horror novel. This is a theme continues throughout the album.
The second track on the album titled “Magma Flows” is an introduction to the idea of magma overflowing on to the planet, and destroying everything in its path. This track sounds very similar to the Metal outfit hailing from Olso, Norway called Dimmu Borgir’s 2010 release “Abrahadabra”, and the vocals of Max sounds similar to that of Shagrath. Both have similar, crushing Black Metal sounds that have been heard for decades around the world, while sparing no ears with crushing riffs and bone-crunching drumbeats.
Crushing drumbeats and smashing guitar riffs continue with songs including “The Demiurge” and “Agnus Dei”, as it talks about the person who created this entire “game” that is part of this story, and how he is the one controlling all of these various mechanisms that control how the “game” comes out. No one is innocent in this game, and no one hides from the destruction that befalls mankind in this game...
The album closes with the final track “Cyanide & Mephisto” which ends the entire thing as there are screams echoing in the background while the announcer states that there is no hope for the world it get out of the mess it is in now.
All in all, very positive album in musical and other specters and its recommended for fans of Gothic, Doom and Melodic Death Metal fans!
Beyond... Productions, 2014 (BEY.1449). Made in Italy. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Lamma sabactani 06:53
2. Magma Flows 05:06
3. The Demiurge 06:10
4. Agnus Dei 05:56
5. Redemption 06:49
6. Joining the Maelstrom 06:59
7. Stabat mater 05:30
8. Of Ghouls, Maggots and Werewolves 05:11
9. Cyanide and Mephisto 02:50
Total playing time: 51:24

Remastered re-release of the debut full-length studio album by legendary Greek Black Metal band.
There are good reasons why record companies gamble on re-releases, and Black Lotus Records hit the jackpot with this one! This is Necromantia's early work in an album that can only be described as a point of reference for the Greek Black Metal scene.
In the year of their lord, 1993, Necromantia hit the streets with their debut album. What was astonishing back then as it is now is the fact that they use 8-string bass instead of electric guitars, which makes their sound unique and immediately recognizable. Having said that, their sound is let down by production by means of timing and quality output leading to a mediocre result.
Necromantia's use of keyboards and spoken parts come to their rescue as they add to the atmosphere, making the production's defects non-important. Tracks like "Lord of the Abyss", "The Warlock" and "Last Song for Valderie" will make the hair on your backbone rise, even though at some parts this seems to take place in expense of technique and variety.
"Crossing The Fiery Path" is an album that is definitely worth your attention! Check out also the bonus track which is a cover of Omen's "Death Rider"!!
First re-release of the album comes as limited to 1000 copies Digipack CD with remastered version of the album, complete new artwork, one bonus track and one hidden track!
Black Lotus Records, 2005 (BLRCD103). Made in Greece.


Tracklist:
1. The Vampire Lord Speaks... 1:44 
2. The Warlock 13:35 
3. Last Song For Valdezie 5:11 
4. Unchaining The Wolf (At War...) 5:05 
5. Les Litanies De Satan 10:01 
6. Lord Of The Abyss 7:27 
7. Tribes Of The Moon 4:14 
8. Death Rider (Bonust track / Oment cover) 3:51
9. Les Litanies De Satan, pt. 2 (Hidden track) 3:30 
Total playing time: 54:38 min.


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The second re-release of the debut full-length studio album by cult Greek Black Metal band.
In the year of their lord, 1993, Necromantia hit the streets with their debut album. This Necromantia's early work is an album that can only be described as a point of reference for the Greek Black Metal scene.
What was astonishing back then as it is now is the fact that they use 8-string bass instead of electric guitars, which makes their sound unique and immediately recognizable. Having said that, their sound is let down by production by means of timing and quality output, leading to a mediocre result. Necromantia's use of keyboards and spoken parts come to their rescue as they add to the atmosphere, making the production's defects non-important. Tracks like "Lord of the Abyss", "The Warlock" and "Last Song for Valderie" will make the hair on your backbone rise, even though at some parts this seems to take place in expense of technique and variety. "Crossing The Fiery Path" is an album that is definitely worth your attention.
Complete new layout on high quality paper booklet in red jewel case, with original sound recording.
Osmose Productions, 1993/2014 (OPCD021). Made in France. Pressed in Austria.


Tracklist:
1. The Vampire Lord Speaks... 1:44
2. The Warlock 13:35
3. Last Song For Valdezie 5:11
4. Unchaining The Wolf (At War...) 5:01
5. Les Litanies De Satan 10:01
6. Lord Of The Abyss 7:27
7. Tribes Of The Moon 4:14
Total playing time: 47:13 min.

The second re-release of the third full-length studio album by cult Greek Black Metal band.
For some particular reason, "IV: Malice" finds Necromantia departing from their previous style and attempting to try to uniform it with the contemporary Black Metal style of many bands. Anyway, unique individual sound with the use of 4 and 8-string bass never gone!
Probably the best album of one of the most influential bands of the Greek Black Metal scene, "IV: Malice" is exactly pure wrath and hatred!!
Re-issue with original sound recording, as well as completely new layout and cover.
Osmose Productions, 2000/2018 (OPCD318). Made in France. Pressed in Austria.


Tracklist:
1. The Blair Witch Cult 04:12
2. Those Who Never Sleep 06:25
3. Disciples of Sophia (The Templars) 05:55
4. Murder, Magic and Tears 05:03
5. Invictus 07:38
6. Malice 08:07
7. Circle of Burned Doves 05:48
Total playing time: 43:08 min.

The second re-release of the second full-length studio album by cult Greek Black Metal band.
"Crossing The Fiery Path" was listenable, but had just too weak of a signal-to-noise ratio to be essential. If you must only own one Necromantia album, this is definitely the one!
"Scarlet Evil Witching Black" is a cult Black Metal album, and it's recommended for fans of Rotting Christ as well as fans of "To Mega Therion" and "Into The Pandemonium" albums of Celtic Frost!!
Re-issue with original sound recording and complete new layout.
Osmose Productions, 1995/2014 (OPCD036). Made in France. Pressed in Austria.


Tracklist:
1. Devilskin 05:49
2. Black Mirror 06:30
3. Pretender to the Throne (Opus I: The Usurper's Spawn) 05:27
4. The Arcane Light of Hecate 04:20
5. Scarlet Witching Dreams 05:23
6. The Serpent and the Pentagram 05:17
7. Pretender to the Throne (Opus II: Battle at the Netherworld) 07:50
8. Spiritdance 06:25
Total playing time: 47:01 min.

The first re-release of the fourth full-length studio album by cult Greek Black Metal band.
After seven years of silence, the cult of Necromantia returns with their most vitriolic and intellectual album to date!
Including the second part of their “Les Litanies De Satan” opus, the album full of twisted Symphonic orchestrations mixed with Black Metal poison.
Featuring Fotis Bernado of Septic Flesh on drums.
Re-issue with original sound recording, as well as completely new layout and cover.
Osmose Productions, 2007/2018 (OPCD319). Made in France. Pressed in Austria.


Tracklist:
1. The Sound of Lucifer Storming Heaven 02:36
2. Order of the Black Sphinx 05:55
3. For the Elder Magi: I - Eibon the Necromancer 07:07
4. Architecture of Exquisite Madness 04:54
5. Knights of the Black and White Eagle 05:25
6. The Invisible Empire 05:15
7. Hellseher 05:45
8. Les Litanies de Satan - Act II: From Hell 04:51
Total playing time: 41:48 min.

The first re-release of the sixth full-length studio album by cult German Thrash Metal band.
Necronomicon made an honest attempt at a comeback with 2004's "Construction Of Evil". But "Revenge Of The Beast" it's damned well the best album the band have whipped up since 20 years prior! “Revenge Of The Beast” marks the 25th anniversary of the band’s existence, and although only the forbidding voice and riffs of frontman, Volker "Freddy" Fredrich, remains of the original fold, you wouldn’t know it by how remarkably similar it sounds to the band’s renowned late 80s classics!
The band is still drawing from the same well as their more famous peers Sodom and Destruction, but they do so with enough finesse to get the blood circulating and the limbs thrashing out in anger. Tempos are kept high, the songs are characteristically evil yet sincere trip into a realm of unspeakable horror, rather than the homeboy driven nonsense that many American Thrashers can’t seem to pull themselves out of. The guitars are savage and powerful, they sound potent enough to grind meat with. Freddy likewise sounds great, like a cousin to both Schmier and Angelripper, his sneering giving the music below all the authentic character it needs to charm the German Thrash Metal diehard. Freddy’s vocals tend to maintain a sort of 2-dimensional affect here, going back and forth between his signature Punk inspired shouts and an occultist chant while making really odd metaphors lyrically pagan imagery right out of a shaman ritual.
Necronomicon stands as the flawless D’Artagnan that avoided the mistakes of the Teutonic 3 Musketeer, and thus perhaps worthy of a greater level of respect in some sense. “Revenge Of The Beast” is a worthy and consistent new addition to a brilliant discography of quasi-melodic, riff oriented Thrashing goodness that would fare well against many of the albums of the late 80s.
Crushing aggressive old school pure Teutonic Thrash Metal! Pure Necronomicon!!
2024 remastered, limited edition coloured vinyl in soft-touch laminated cover with embossed band logo, including completely renewed artwork and printed innersleeve with full lyrics restored for the first time.
Total Metal Records, 2008/2025 (TMR040-195/LP). Made in Ukraine. Pressed in Germany.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Magic Forest 3:26
2. Haunted 3:23
3. Warfare 3:38
4. Blood Sky 4:21
5. Who Dies? 4:53
6. Skull & Bone 5:20
Playing time: 25:18 min.

Side B
1. Nightstalker 3:15
2. On Pain of Death 3:29
3. Refugee 3:45
4. Commit Suicide 4:35
5. War in the Cradle 5:05
6. One Universe 4:03
Playing time: 24:40 min.

Total playing time: 49:43 min.

First re-release of the second full-length album by the cult German Thrash Metal band.
Necronomicon were one of the many Underground Thrash bands that didn't gain the recognition or respect they truly deserved. Hailing from Germany, they never broke through and achieved the level of acclaim or renown as the 'Big Three' of German Thrash, those being Kreator, Destruction and Sodom.
"Apocalyptic Nightmare" originally was released in 1987 and shows a band capable to truly catch the dark and brutal German Thrash Metal spirit. The music on here is raw, straightforward Thrash Metal the way it used to be played in the early 80s. There is a big influence from Destruction present, and to a lesser extent from Sodom's first few records. A gritty production increases the intensity present on many of the songs, with simple yet effective, 'rough' sounding riffs played at a high pace driving them forward. Adding to this is the guitar tone, which is scratchy with a lot of treble present. The vocals are harsh yells that sound undeniably German, complimenting the style of riffing nicely.
Necronomicon are still active today after 30 years in the Underground and they are still playing Thrash Metal, so that should tell you enough about their credibility. If you're into obscure and evil Thrash Metal, you will definetely love this!!
Limited to 350 copies Purple Translucent vinyl with poster, insert and 425gsm heavy cardboard cover.
High Roller Records, 1987/2014 (HRR 341). Made in Germany. Pressed in Czech.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. The Ancient Ones 6:40
2. Apocalyptic Nightmare 6:27
3. The Following Century (Darkland II) 6:20

Side B
4. Rhetorical Dictums 5:14
5. In Memory 5:49
6. Broken Illusions 5:36
7. Retributive Strike 5:55

Total playing time: 42:01 min.
 

For the first time on vinyl, the fifth full-length studio album by cult German Thrash Metal band.
Necronomicon was perhaps sometimes known as a 'poor man's Destruction', but they had their moments, most notably 1988's "Escalation". There are still comparisons to be made to Destruction, especially as Volker's vocals still persist in their painful pinch a-la Schmier, but the riffs seem to have come into a life of their own. Much of "Construction Of Evil" has a tight, consistent flow to it, a steady violence, fun tracks like "Stormbringer", "Paralizer", "Bone Daddy" and "Hard Pain", loaded with well-meaning guitars, flighty leads and bitter, biting vocals.
The album adheres very strongly to the original mixture of aggressive vocal shouts and melodic riffing observed on their early albums, but with a much cleaner production and a bit of an awareness of the newer German Power Metal acts that came out of the mid to late 1990s such as Paragon and Iron Savior. This is particularly noticeable in the peculiar sound and character of the lead guitar tracks. Naturally, the mix here is far superior to what they've done before, from a technical standpoint. The instruments are very well-balanced, the vocals at the forefront without robbing the guitars of their power.
Likewise, the band’s mastery of the gang chorus is almost enough to put Anthrax and Overkill to shame. The lead and gang backup interchanges on the chorus sections of “Fiction” and “Paralizer” succeed in being twice as bombastic as what was heard on “Taking Over” or “Among The Living”, while being just a little too aggressive for much of the German Power Metal scene.
Stylistically, the variation in approach from song to song mostly hearkens back to the mid to late 80s approach, mostly being dominated by speed songs with the occasional slower rocker and token half-ballad. "Alight" and "Hills of Dead" have a lot of German pre-Thrash elements and NWOBHM leanings. “Terrorist Attack” definitely carries some heavy Accept influences, as well as a gloomy piano line which is fairly uncharacteristic for a straight Thrash Metal outfit. “Fireball” has this sombre acoustic line to it that meshes with some standard Power chord riffing to form a middle ground between Anthrax and Bad Religion. It’s certainly the catchiest and vocally melodic of what’s on here, but occasionally kicks in the speed to keep it from being a straight power ballad.
To the prospective shopper of faster Metal with a taste for the old school, this is something that can appeal equally to fans of Old-school Thrash Metal, early US Power Metal and early German Speed Metal. The only thing that the latter two groups of fans should consider is that Freddy Fredrich’s gravely vocal style is more akin to the semi-melodic shouts of Kreator and Destruction than the less dirty melodic vocal approach of Rolf Kasperek or Udo Dirkschneider. But for fans of German Thrash Metal, this is far superior to what most of their scene has been offering in the first decade of the current century.
2024 Remaster, Limited Edition Coloured Vinyl comes in cover with renewed artwork, soft-touch lamination, and embossed logo, including printed innersleeve with full lyrics, restored for the first time.
Total Metal Records, 2024 (TMR037-190/LP). Made in Ukraine. Pressed in Germany. First press.



Tracklist:

Side A
1. Stormbringer 3:41
2. Hard Pain 3:43
3. From Hell 4:06
4. Alight 2:38
5. Hills of Dead 4:32
6. Paralizer 3:18
Running time: 22:04 min.

Side B
1. Terrorist Attack 5:49
2. Fiction 3:47
3. Fireball 3:28
4. Bone Daddy 3:20
5. Insanity 1:24
6. Possessed Again 4:39
Running time: 22:33 min.

Total playing time: 44:37 min.


Samples: https://metalscraprecords.bandcamp.com/

First re-release of the third full-length album by the cult German Thrash Metal band.
Formed in 1984, the band from Lörrach, Baden-Württemberg, could have made it big, if only they hadn’t fallen prey to the wrong record label back in the days… be that as it may, Necronomicon never gave in, and they are still here today. “Escalation” certainly one of the most successful releases by Necronomicon and has reached cult status. It was recorded and mixed during the year 1987 at the Zuckerfabrik Studio, Stuttgart. When musicians wrote the songs, they wanted to leave the dark path of the two previous productions and musically to sound broader and more diverse… somehow more mature. And they must be very proud of the result. According to the reactions by fans & press, all these goals were met. The band had developed a much more focused approach to the songwriting, delivered a tighter and faster performance, and also Freddy’s vocals had changed. Compared to the former albums, they had become a lot harsher, and a lot more unique.
In general, this album is said to be the most convincing of Necronomicon’s first three outputs. The response was incredible, band gained worldwide attention and got a lot of great reviews. For the first time, Necronomicon earned a little money with one of their releases, because Gama Records held the exclusive rights only up to a certain sales volume... they simply had not reckoned with the success. The release of "Escalation" was followed by band's legendary East European tour that should herald the breakthrough for the band before then the big bang should follow. Necronomicon recorded “Escalation” as a three piece, as bassist Lars “Lala“ Honeck had left the band. But on the European tour, Michael Mörgelin came in as band's new bass player. 
“Escalation” comes with a bunch of great Thrash Metal tunes, some of which are even regarded as small classics, like the opener “Death Toll” and “Cold Ages (Dark Land 3)”. Only “Dirty Minds” is a bit unusual, being more classic Hard Rock than Thrash Metal. Memorable and razorblade-like riffs, galloping basslines and precise drumming are some of the qualities that can be found here. Everything sounds clear and no instrument overlaps the other. "Escalation" enjoys of a healthy wall of sound that would please any Thrash Metal fan! It's a highly recommended album for Thrash and classic Metal listeners!!
Limited to 350 copies, Mustard/Black Splatter vinyl with poster, 425 gsm heavy cardboard cover and insert. 
High Roller Records, 1988/2015 (HRR 433). Made in Germany. Pressed in Czech.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Death Toll 6:09 
2. Black Forest 2:21 
3. Dirty Minds 3:40 
4. Skeletal Remains 3:27

Side B
1. Murder Of Profit 3:55 
2. ...And The Night Will Be Silent 4:29 
3. Mosh The Abc 2:14 
4. Cold Ages (Darkland III) 6:40

Total playing time: 32:55 min.

The seventh full-length studio album by legendary German Thrash Metal band.
Old-school Thrash Metal with a modern production! Band got a hell of a lot more pedigree than a lot of people realize. After hitting the scene during the first wave of Teutonic Thrash Metal, alongside their more famous contemporaries Destruction and Kreator, these guys seemed to fade very quickly into near-total obscurity. It wasn’t for a lack of output, rather it was a lack of the luck. They’ve been nothing if not persistent though, because aside from a hiatus at the latter end of the 90s, Necronomicon have diligently plugged away at supplying a steady string of always respectable releases over the years. Amongst them, this 2012 effort ranks quite highly indeed.
What becomes quickly evident when listening to "Invictus" is how much more refined the new Necronomicon's approach is. This album certainly represents the zenith of the progression they have undergone over the years. Gone is the rough appeal, and in its place you'll find first-rate songwriting and a highly professional, up-to-date production style. What’s impressive is that in the process, they have managed to retain most of the manic energy that German Thrash Metal is so renowned for, even if it has become a little watered down by influences from the American Bay Area scene. The trade-off actually results in a much more interesting album. Stylistically speaking, this is straight-up Thrash Metal!!
"Invictus" is the album that manages to hold its own against some of the best Thrash Metal releases of the past years!!!
Box Set includes re-release of "Invictus" on CD with new cover artwork, cassette (released for the first time) and two patches.
Total Metal Records, 2020 (TMR035-167/BX).


CD Tracklist:
1. Invictus 06:46
2. Unleashed 04:06
3. Bloody Bastards 04:05
4. Thoughts Running Free 05:51
5. Unconquered 05:58
6. Upon Black Wings 04:42
7. Face to the Wall 05:18
8. Pandora’s Box 04:05
9. Before the Curtain Falls 04:44
10. Possessed by Evil 2011 05:02
Bonus track:
11. Possessed Again (Unplugged) 04:10
Total playing time: 54:50 min.


MC Tracklist:

Side 1
1. Invictus
2. Unleashed
3. Bloody Bastards
4. Thoughts Running Free
5. Unconquered
Playing time: 26:54 min.

Side 2
6. Upon Black Wings
7. Face to the Wall
8. Pandora’s Box
9. Before the Curtain Falls
10. Possessed by Evil 2011
11. Possessed Again (Unplugged)
Playing time: 28:01 min.