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The third full-length album by Spanish Psychedelic Bluesy Stoner/Hard Rock band.
The new self-titled album from Barcelona's Saturna is heavy, catchy and absolutely well composed. This is, without a doubt, their best yet and this on every front!
Musically somewhere between good old Black Sabbath, Orchid, Witchcraft and Pentagram, Saturna sounds massive and in complete control of its art. These great musicians are building their music on the classic Heavy/Doom Rock blueprints, suave heavy Blues of the 70's and sublime vocal patterns.
This album comes all wrapped up with a stellar production... Retro heaviness never sounded so good. Get this now before your next road trip!!
PRC Music/4ONE8 Records, 2016 (PRC61). Made in Canada. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Tired to Fight 03:00
2. All Has Been Great 05:30
3. Birds in Cages 04:10
4. Five Fools 04:22
5. Routine 03:46
6. Leave it All 05:58
7. Unsolved 04:30
8. Disease 05:02
9. A Place for Our Soul 05:17
Total playing time: 41:42 min.


Samples: https://prcmusic.bandcamp.com

The second re-release on CD of the second full-length studio album by cult American Power/Speed Metal band. It also includes the second EP of the band and few extra tracks.
The band had a bit of a bumpy ride during the 1980s, with several line-up changes and the like. After their promising and energetic debut EP, "The Dominatress", all the way back in 1983, both their high-wailing vocalist John Birk and guitarist Kenny Powell left, the latter going on to form Power Metal legends Omen. Two years later they would release the absolutely phenomenal Speed/Heavy Metal gem "Master Of Disguise", just to follow it with a European tour deprived of their vocalist Mike Smith, who couldn’t come. Band leader, Chris Logue, had to fill in during the tour, and he decided to keep it that way when the band recorded this album the following year. It’s not hard to imagine he must have been problematic to work with, and he seems to have a colourful personality (among other things, he was infamously arrested in 2005 for practicing medicine without a licence and claiming to cure cancer and diabetes), but the truth is that in “After The Fall From Grace” he shows how good a vocalist he was after all, while handling the guitar too.
Regrettably, this sophomore was Savage Grace’s final full-length album, but it consolidated the standing of a truly exceptional band in the US Power Metal scene. Musically, this may not be as strong as the stunningly stellar predecessor, but it’s still, on all counts, an excellent album! Logue has a different singing style, but it fits the music wonderfully. There is a lot of the remarkable songwriting that make both albums landmarks for anyone into the eighties’ Metal scene, and that’s a real strength of Savage Grace – not just superior technical capabilities, but also the sheer ability to compose truly memorable songs. You become enthralled by a succession of wonderful riffs, bridges, choruses, solos, that keep coming throughout the whole album.
The “Ride Into The Night” EP follows on this disc, with Logue perhaps even more adventurous as a vocalist, having gained his footing even more solidly now, in three more great songs and a cover version (Deep Purple’s "Burn"). Arguably there are no anthems reaching quite the same level as previous tunes like "We Came, We Saw, We Conquered" or "Tales Of Mystery", but the spirit is the same and the quality is very high.
There are still three more songs of bonus material, one from the "American Metal – Heavy ‘n’ Dirty" compilation LP (1991) and two live cuts (with material from their 1991 demo).
Other than that you still have an extra CD, for the purists, with the original version of the album.
Hammerheart Records, 1982/1986/1987/1996/2010/2021 (HHR 2021-13). Made in Netherlands. Pressed in Czech.


Tracklist:

CD 1
“After The Fall From Grace” (Remixed & Remastered)
1. A Call To Arms 1:36
2. We Came, We Saw, We Conquered 5:52
3. After The Fall From Grace 5:42
4. Trial By Fire 4:41
5. Palestinia 0:26
6. Age Of Innocence 3:54
7. Flesh And Blood 4:40
8. Destination Unknown 5:03
9. Tales Of Mystery 4:08
“Ride Into The Night” EP (Remixed & Remastered)
10. Ride Into The Night 4:40
11. We March On 4:17
12. The Healing Hand 4:58
13. Burn (Deep Purple Cover) 5:21
From “American Metal – Heavy ‘n’ Dirty” compilation 1991 (Remixed & Remastered)
14. Mainline Lover 4:02
Live 1982 (Remixed & Remastered)
15. Bare Bottom Blues (Live) 4:02
16. Such A Dirty Mind (Live) 5:20
Playing time: 68:42 min.

CD 2
“After The Fall From Grace” (Original)
1. A Call To Arms 1:36
2. We Came, We Saw, We Conquered 5:52
3. After The Fall From Grace 5:42
4. Trial By Fire 4:41
5. Palestinia 0:26
6. Age Of Innocence 3:54
7. Flesh And Blood 4:40
8. Destination Unknown 5:03
9. Tales Of Mystery 4:08
“Ride Into The Night” EP (Original)
10. Ride Into The Night 4:40
11. We March On 4:17
12. The Healing Hand 4:58
13. Burn (Deep Purple Cover) 5:21
Playing time: 55:18 min.

Total playing time: 124:00 min.


https://savagegrace1.bandcamp.com/
https://savagegrace1.bandcamp.com/

The third full-length album by cult American Hard Rock/Glam Metal band.
Compilation of then never released before songs of the band, recorded in Los Angeles and New York City between 1989 and 1991.
Their style here differs from their vintage era, and more of a Power-Sleaze Metal approach, but the songs are still great banging stuff, with very good vocals and guitars, and catchy refrains. Even though the music here quite differ from what the band was known in the 80s, there are a lot of strong tracks and this CD is an integral piece of the Savage Grace legacy.
Hooked On Metal Records, 2021 (HOM 006). Made in Sweden. Pressed in Poland. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Mainline Lover 04:02
2. All Tanked Up 04:53
3. Love Expediter 04:03
4. You're Not That Girl I Used to Know 04:00
5. Bare Bottom Blues 03:53
6. If You're Buyin' We're Drinkin' 04:11
7. Mad Fool for You 04:25
8. You Say Goodbye 04:12
9. Such a Dirty Mind 04:14
10. Crazy Saturday Night 03:20
Total playing time: 41:36 min.
 

The second re-release on CD of the debut full-length studio album by cult American Power/Speed Metal band. It also includes the debut demo and EP.
"Master of Disguise" is a critically overlooked Speed Metal gem that oozes with charisma. The Californian quintet offers nine energetic songs with a concise running time of thirty-five minutes. This re-issue include five bonus songs from the debut EP "The Dominatress" and other bonus songs that offer even more value for money.
"Master Of Disguise" is a melodic, playful and timeless album somewhere between Heavy, Speed, and Thrash Metal stylistics with a few Glam and Punk stylistics thrown in. The final result sounds absolutely unique, grows with every spin, and hasn’t lost any of its charm in three and a half decades and counting.
The musicianship is fast but very skilled. The guitar riffs are tight, pitiless, and energetic, while the guitar solos find the perfect balance between melody and energy. The rhythm section is quite energetic with a vibrant audible bass guitar sound and playful drum patterns that are give the opportunity to shine on multiple occasions. The vocals are youthful, passionate, and melodic and will please fans of early Heavy Metal, Glam Metal and even Punk Rock alike.
Check this forgotten gem out, crank up the volume and party with your friends like there is no tomorrow!
Hammerheart Records, 1982/1983/1985/2000/2021 (HHR 2021-12). Made in Netherlands. Pressed in Czech.


Tracklist:

CD 1
“Master Of Disguise” (Remixed & Remastered)
1. Lions Roar 1:02
2. Bound To Be Free 4:25
3. Fear My Way 4:22
4. Sins Of The Damned 4:19
5. Into The Fire 3:29
6. Master Of Disguise 4:02
7. Betrayer 4:56
8. Sons Of Iniquity 4:40
9. No One Left To Blame 4:11
“The Dominatress” EP (Remixed & Remastered)
10. Fight For Your Life 4:33
11. Curse The Night 5:39
12. The Dominatress 4:23
13. Live To Burn 3:38
14. Too Young To Die 5:11
“Demo 1982” (Remixed & Remastered)
15. Sceptres Of Deceit 3:39
16. Curse The Night 5:22
17. Genghis Khan 3:10
“Demo 1984” (Remixed & Remastered)
18. No One Left To Blame 4:15
Playing time: 75:16 min.

CD 2
“Master Of Disguise” (Original)
1. Lions Roar 1:02
2. Bound To Be Free 4:25
3. Fear My Way 4:22
4. Sins Of The Damned 4:19
5. Into The Fire 3:29
6. Master Of Disguise 4:02
7. Betrayer 4:56
8. Sons Of Iniquity 4:40
9. No One Left To Blame 4:11
“The Dominatress” EP (Original)
10. Fight For Your Life 4:33
11. Curse The Night 5:39
12. The Dominatress 4:23
13. Live To Burn 3:38
14. Too Young To Die 5:11
Playing time: 58:50 min.

Total playing time: 134:06 min.


https://savagegrace1.bandcamp.com/
https://savagegrace1.bandcamp.com/

For the first time on CD, the second EP and the second demo by cult American Power/Speed Metal band.
CD reissue of the highly acclaimed EP "Ride Into The Night" from 1987, enriched with tracks from their great 4-track "Demo 1983", previously released as a 7" vinyl together with the mighty Snakepit Magazine.
Recommended for fans of Omen, Liege Lord, Helstar and all 80s Metal lovers!!
Hooked On Metal Records, 1983/1987/2021 (HOM 005). Made in Sweden. Pressed in Poland. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Ride into the Night 04:37
2. We March On 04:16
3. The Healing Hand 05:03
4. Burn (Deep Purple cover) 05:23
5. Into the Fire (Demo 1983) 03:39
6. No One Left to Blame (Demo 1983) 04:06
7. Die by the Blade (Demo 1983) 03:16
8. Betrayer (Demo 1983) 04:45
Total playing time: 35:07 min.
 

For the first time officially on CD, the debut EP and debut demo by cult American Heavy/Speed Metal band.
CD reissue of the classic debut EP "The Dominatress" from 1983, enriched with tracks from the "Demo 1982". The disc presents the years just before Savage Grace became one of the leading Speed/Metal forces worldwide. Influenced directly by the English movement in the form of NWOBHM, those early tracks started to take shape, which became well known on their debut album, "Master Of Disguise".
After the recording of The Dominatress, Kenny Powell left Savage Grace to form his own band, Omen.
Hooked On Metal Records, 1982/1983/2021 (HOM 004). Made in Sweden. Pressed in Poland. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Fight for Your Life 04:34
2. Curse the Night 05:41
3. The Dominatress 04:26
4. Live to Burn 03:40
5. Too Young to Die 05:13
6. Curse the Night (Demo 1982) 05:41
7. Genghis Khan (Demo 1982) 03:21
8. Sceptres of Deceit (Demo 1982) 03:43
Total playing time: 36:21 min.
 

Greatest Hits compilation album by legendary Italian Disco singer and musician Roberto Zanetti, known under stage name as Savage.
ZYX Music, 2016 (ZYX 21097-2). Made in Germany. Pressed in Austria.


Tracklist:

CD1
1. Don't Cry Tonight [7" Version] 3:32
2. A Love Again [Radio Version] 4:36
3. Only You [Radio Version] 3:49
4. I'm Loosing You [Radio Version] 3:25
5. Good-Bye [Radio Version] 4:38
6. Celebrate [Radio Version] 3:13
7. Radio [Radio Version] 4:44
8. So Close [Radio Version] 3:27
9. Love Is Death [Radio Version] 3:52
10. I Just Died In Your Arms [Single Version] (Cutting Crew cover) 3:28
11. Fugitive [7" Version] 3:24
12. Time [Radio Version] 4:42
13. Save Me [Vocal Remix] 7:26
Running time: 54:16 min.

CD2
1. Inly You [Remix] 9:01
2. So Close [Long Version] 6:33
3. Don't Cry Tonight [Maxi Version] 6:54
4. I'm Loosing You [Extended Version] 6:13
5. Good-Bye [Extended Version] 6:41
6. I Just Died In Your Arms [Extended Version] (Cutting Crew cover) 5:37
7. Radio [Maxi Version] 5:04
8. Only You [Extended Version] 6:54
9. A Love Again [Maxi Version] 5:20
10. So Close [Highjack Remix] 5:14
11. I'm Loosing You [Euroenergy Remix] 6:17
12. Don't Cry Tonight [Remix '91] 6:10
Running time: 75:58 min.

Total playing time: 130:14 min.

SAVAGE “Reborn” /CD/
The third full-length album by American Avantgarde/Glam/Hard Rock band of Scott Savage.
Stratosphere Records LTD LLC, 2011 (SXT 20111). Made in USA.


Tracklist:
1. Read Between the Lines 3:35
2. True Colors 3:37
3. Before It Began 4:02
4. Somebody's Watchin' You 4:10
5. Could've Been (Randy Goodman Vocal) 4:55
6. Other Side Of Me 3:54
7. Even Peace Has A Price 3:47
8. Clouds Over Me 4:56
9. The Man I Never Knew 2:46
10. What Is Love 4:02
11. Double Homicide 5:28
12. Bad Love 3:54
13. Other Side Of Me (Reprise) 3:40
14. Could've Been 5:09
15. True Colors (Alternate Version Randy Vocal) 5:02
16. Time Drifts Away (Featuring Mandy) 3:55
17. Illegal Immigrant Song 4:01

Third re-release of the seventh full-length studio album by legendary American Heavy/Power/Progressive Metal/Rock band.
The last album to contain the talents of guitarist Criss Oliva, who died six months after its release, and the first Savatage album to feature Zachary Stevens (former singer of Wicked Witch) on lead vocals, following the departure of Jon Oliva from the fore of the band - departure as lead vocalist, but not as keyboardist or writer.
While Stevens did not have the emotional range that Oliva showed on "Gutter Ballet" and "Streets", he had a less bombastic delivery that fit well with the new material that Paul O' Neill and the Oliva brothers and were writing.
After moving towards Progressive Metal on the previous two albums, "Edge Of Thorns" was a leaner, more understated guitar-driven record. The majority of the album consists of stripped-down Metal anthems, recorded with less flashy guitar work and production than on previous records.
The band continued to try out new sounds, however, using an electric sitar on "Degrees of Sanity" and recording their first acoustic ballad with "Sleep", which closes the album. "Edge Of Thorns" also includes two short solo piano instrumentals adding a note of emotional depth most Metal bands never explore. Among the highlights are the pounding "He Carves His Stone" and "Conversation Piece", with its lyrics about self-mutilation. The title track remains one of the band's finest moments, with a haunting piano phrase, a fierce guitar riff, and a strong lead vocal by Stevens.
A true one-off in the Savatage canon, the tragic death of Criss Oliva following the release of "Edge Of Thorns" ended up leading the band back to Progressive Metal. Also the drums on this album sound different, from other Savatage records, as Steve "Doc" Wacholz decided to use electronic drums. Although most of the drum kits sound authentic, a difference in the sonority of the toms can be heard. "All That I Bleed" and "Miles Away" were the last songs Jon Oliva, Criss Oliva and the producer Paul O'Neill wrote together. For that, these are still Jon Oliva's two favorites on the album.
Fans of old Savatage will probably still feel a bit of hesitation calling this album "Savatage's best", but it's undeniable that this band was looked at differently after this album came out, in an era that Metal was almost an afterthought. This album proved to be a true gem musically and sadly historically with the passing of Criss Oliva. One can only wonder where this line-up would had taken Savatage had it recorded another album and how Savatage would had survived the '90s and became the flag bearer for Metal. “Edge Of Thorns” lives up to the high quality predecessors “Gutter Ballet” and “Streets: A Rock Opera”. This great record completes what is easily the greatest Rock meets classical music album trilogy. For far over sixty profound minutes if you include the essential bonus tracks, passionate Rock and Metal music meet soft experimental sounds driven by classical instruments such as piano and violins but also acoustic guitars and sitars. It’s hard to imagine a Rock or Metal fan that doesn’t at least like this album and that’s why it's highly recommended to add this forgotten genre milestone to your collection at all costs!!
Remastered re-edition features two bonus tracks.
earMUSIC, 1993/2010 (0204072ERE). Made in Germany. First remastered re-release.


Tracklist:
1. Edge Of Thorns 5:56
2. He Carves His Stone 4:10
3. Lights Out 3:11
4. Skraggy's Tomb 4:23
5. Labyrinths 1:30
6. Follow Me 5:12
7. Exit Music 3:09
8. Degrees Of Sanity 4:37
9. Conversation Piece 4:11
10. All That I Bleed 4:40
11. Damien 3:55
12. Miles Away 5:06
13. Sleep 3:51
Bonus tracks:
14. All That I Bleed [Acoustic Version] 4:34
15. If I Go Away [Acoustic Version] 4:19
Total playing time: 62:44 min.

Epic Power Metal in the vein of MANOWAR’s “Battle Hymns”!!
The history of SAVERS began in 1998, when four Italian warriors came together to create Metal on the highest level. Every listener will certainly agree that there’s no other band that appears to be influenced by MANOWAR to that extent, nonetheless, SAVERS are not just a good copy but are always keeping to their own distinct style. The stylish copperplate cover provides an additional attraction for every fan of True Epic Metal.
Iron Glory Records, (IG 1007)


Tracklist:
1.Way to Asgard 03:24
2.Will o' the Wisp 04:00
3.King of the Poors 05:48
4.Victory's in Sight 03:57
5.Never Savers Die 05:21
6.Colosseum (Enter the Arena) 04:27
7.The Myth 04:59
8.Everything Turns Black 05:10
9.Savers 03:46
Total playing time: 40:52

The third re-release of the fifth full-length studio album by legendary British Heavy Metal band.
The first Saxon studio album with new drummer Nigel Glockler.
After enjoying their first brief hiatus from the endless tour/record/tour/record grind, the members of Saxon reconvened in late 1982 to begin working on their fifth studio album.
Certainly one of Saxon’s greatest moments in the early 80s, perfecting their solid steel formula of writing songs that are of the highest order in British Metal. Like any of their early discography, add this one to your list!
The album peaked at #15 in the UK Albums Chart. It reached No. 1 in the Metal charts in Sweden, Norway, France and Germany, selling over 1.5 million copies worldwide. It was their first album to enter the Billboard 200 in the US, peaking at #155. In 2005, "Power & The Glory" was ranked number 376 in Rock Hard Magazine's book "The 500 Greatest Rock & Metal Albums of All Time".
Union Square Music Ltd., a BMG Rights Management (UK) Limited company, 1983/2018 (BMGCAT162CD). Made in Austria.


Tracklist:
Original album
1. Power And The Glory 5:55
2. Redline 3:37
3. Warrior 3:46
4. Nightmare 4:21
5. This Town Rocks 3:57
6. Watching The Sky 3:42
7. Midas Touch 4:11
8. The Eagle Has Landed 6:57
Bonus Tracks:
Power & The Glory Recording Sessions With Jeff Glixman
9. Make 'em Rock 3:20
10. Turn Out The Lights 3:48
Kaley Studio Demos 1982
11. Turn Out The Lights 3:56
12. Stand Up And Rock 3:35
13. Power And The Glory 6:17
14. Saturday Night 4:10
15. Midas Touch 4:07
16. Nightmare 5:55
17. Redline 3:36
Total playing time: 75:10 min.

The third re-release of the second full-length studio album by legendary British Heavy Metal band.
Band's first album to enter the UK Albums Chart, peaking at number 5, and is their highest-charting album in the UK Albums Chart to date.
After finding themselves a qualified Heavy Metal producer in Pete Hinton, the members of Saxon recovered from their disappointing debut in fine form with 1980s career-defining "Wheels Of Steel". As well as effectively setting the template for the band's most successful efforts, the album's songs positively gleamed with a bright, Metallic sheen similar to that exhibited by the chrome eagle hoisting a motorcycle wheel on its iconic cover!
The album eventually went on to achieve Gold status in the UK.
Union Square Music Ltd., a BMG Rights Management (UK) Limited company, 1980/2018 (BMGCAT159CD). Made in Austria.


Tracklist:
Original Album 1980
1. Motorcycle Man 3:58
2. Stand Up And Be Counted 3:09
3. 747 (Strangers In The Night) 4:58
4. Wheels Of Steel 5:59
5. Freeway Mad 2:41
6. See The Light Shining 4:56
7. Street Fighting Gang 3:13
8. Suzie Hold On 4:33
9. Machine Gun 5:24
Bonus Tracks:
1980 Demo Rehearsals    
10. Suzie Hold On 5:26
11. Wheels Of Steel 6:30
12. Stallions Of The Highway (Live B-Side) 3:32
Live At The Monsters Of Rock Festival, Donington 1980    
13. Motorcycle Man 3:37
14. Freeway Mad 2:24
15. Wheels Of Steel 5:26
16. 747 (Strangers In The Night) 4:48
17. Machine Gun 6:16
Total playing time: 76:52 min.

Debut full-length album by Danish Groove/Thrash Metal band.
Huge grooves meet a complex approach on the math-based, aggressive riffs with a "thing" for synthetic sound. Coming from Denmark band surely make a deep impact in the Metal scene, as they have already been nominated in Denmark in three categories (album of the year, debut of the year and production of the year)! 
Musthave for fans of bands like: Gojira, Slipknot, Fear Factory and Meshuggah.
Scarlet Records/SPV, 2008 (SC 164-2 / SPV 176442 CD). Pressed in Austria. Light shabby on the disc surface.


Tracklist:
1. Dilemma 05:12
2. A Familiar Word 03:14
3. Soul Alone 05:04
4. Isolated 04:05
5. Pros And Cons 04:52
6. Strategy 03:44
7. Wave 01:12
8. Pressure Wave 03:31
9. From Nothing 03:19
10. Relief 04:58
11. You 03:49
12. Trust 02:55
13. Perception 04:48
Total playing time: 50:43

The debut full-length studio album by Spanish Progressive Metal band.
Modern Progressive Metal for all fans of genre!
Selfreleased, 2015. Made in Spain. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Run to the End 07:37
2. Lost in a Dream 05:35
3. Nation 06:16
4. Own Decisions 04:19
5. Blood Is Not Enough 03:49
6. My Resurrection 07:03
7. Destructive Resolution 04:48
8. A Joke Not a Game 05:38
9. Inner Jail 05:49
Total playing time: 50:56 min.

Official re-release of debut mini-album + remastered tracks from the first split-release of the Brazilian Thrash Metal band.
A Metal thrashing holocaust by these Brazilians (Sao Paolo natives) guarantees to kick you motha-f**kin' ass!
Scars started their career back in 1991! Through the years the band has managed to play along many respectful names. Their debut 3-way split release was out in 1994, called "Ultimate Encore"...
"The Nether Hell" is essentially a tribute to classic Thrash (think Exodus and Slayer) at their peak with a bit of German Thrash (Destruction, Kreator, Sodom) and a trace of Death tossed into the mix. The music is competently and energetically performed and the production is surprisingly good for an independent release. The guitar sound shines through and the vocals are some good, serious Thrash vocals sort of like Sepultura. The riffs will have you banging your head and the fast parts will melt you. The average song length is quite long, because the 6 songs have a total length of around 30 minutes.
Recommend to every Thrash Metal fan out there, the music you'll hear will shock the crap out of you! This mini-album is worthy for many reasons for example the incredible music, the layout, the songwriting, the solos, etc. even the lyrics are interesting to read!A really good find!!
Re-edition contains remastered versions of the songs from "Ultimate Encore" split as a bonus!
Encore Records, 2005 (ENC 072). Made in Brazil.


Tracklist:
1. Creatures That Come Alive In The Dark 04:27
2. Warfare 02:57
3. Nether Hell 06:26
4. Legions (Forgotten By The Gods) 05:15
5. Return To The Killing Ground 05:04
6. Hidden Roots Of Evil 05:00
Bonus Tracks From“Ultimate Encore”. 1994 (remastered):
7. World Decay 05:01
8. Drugs Kill 03:50
9. Mentally Murderred 04:54
10. Ruined by Hatred 06:06
Total playing time: 49:00

Second full-length album by Finnish Death Metal band.
The Finish from Scent Of Flesh play brutal and quite fast Death Metal however full of melodic moments (nothing to do with the Swedish school!). The vocalist has a deep and “clean” growl which sometimes reminds the voice of the Obituary frontman, covered with spider web, mixed with Polish Christ Agony’s vocalist voice. Musically stuff is quite eclectic – there is something from Death or Severed Savior, some elements of our Vader, or even echoes of early Napalm Death and Carcass. A varied mixture, but very, very convincing. If you love Death Metal, don’t even think about hesitating… buy or die!!
Firebox Records, 2004 (Firecd017)


Tracklist:
1. Valor in Hatred 03:43
2. Art of Beheading 03:48
3. Circle of Dark Beliefs 04:11
4. Visions of Death 05:11
5. Descent to Dark Clarity 05:10
6. Unleashed Be the Ungodly 04:08
7. Suicidal Cannibalism 04:26
8. The Last Awakening 13:11
Total playing time: 43:48

First official EP by German Symphonic Black Metal band.
"Der Winterkönig" is an EP with three songs made for a Split-CDr with Franconian band Lord Astaroth from 2011, that never really happened. So, band decided to release those songs as an EP together with the songs from "Nachtvolk" Tape (2002) as bonus, to have more "value for money".
The bonus-song "Tale of Asgards foray" was recorded 2001. It is quite different to everything that came later on.
Excellent Experimental Symphonic Black Metal with Folk touches! Check in out!!
Kristallblut Records/Obscure Abhorrence Productions, 2016 (KBR018). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Der Winterkönig (Teil 1) 05:05
2. Einzig die Stimmen verstummen nicht 11:07
3. Der Winterkönig (Teil 2) 11:50
4. Im Nachtenschein* 06:26
5. Mitternacht* 05:51
6. Der Nachteswanderer* 05:05
7. Tale of Asgard's Foray** 06:19
Total playing time: 51:43 min.


Samples: https://schattenvald.bandcamp.com

Second full-length album by the cult Italian Thrash Metal band.
Prime movers of the Italian Extreme Metal scene together with Bulldozer and Necrodeath!
Schizo have finally come out from the Underground Metal scene and have become a big name in Metal, probably the best Italian Metal band around, and really deserve to be called so, because now Bulldozer and Sadist have split up, and Necrodeath and Disarmonia Mundi have really sold out, Schizo remains one of the few big Italian bands that can really call themselves "Metal".
Listen to this CD once and you'll immediately realize this is a bad ass band, under every aspect. Every band member in fact plays a really big part in the CD and every instrument sounds ferocious and quick paced, although Schizo can master very well tempo changes, ranging from fast guitar riffs, with crushing drum blast beasts and very complicate bass parts, to instant slow down, with the drums just keeping the tempo, the guitars making plain harmonics and with a plain melodic voice. Schizo also can create wonderful intros.
The singing and drumming play the lions part, and are simply breath-taking.
In fact, Nicola Accurso's vocals are every time aggressive, and are very particular, because they are halfway between plain screaming and Tom Araya's aggressive singing tone, but are much quicker and aggressive and never drop a tone or look weak. Accurso can really sing in a wild sounding scream, and makes a wonderful impression on the listener.
The drums are even better: their sound is crushing from start to end, and they honor the Thrash/Black Metal genre. The blast beats play a big part, both because they are the main drum parts in the songs and because they're always quick and tough. Double bass is also used very well and even the tom parts are creative and complex, always playing in fast tempos.
With artwork by the legendary Lorenzo Mariani (Darkthrone, Mayhem) and arguably decent production from Peter In De Betou, Schizo's second effort is admirable enough! "Main Frame Collapse" might have been compelling enough to rival the mighty Necrodeath back in 1989, but Schizo might have been consigned to the Underground by a higher power a long time ago. Future serial killers, however, should look no further…
BL Music/Scarlet Records, 2007 (SC 134-2 / SPV 148942 CD). Made in Italy. Pressed in Austria. First press. Used: very good.


Tracklist:
1. Odium Restitution 2:21
2. Seen The Signs Before 4:25
3. Lacrima Khristi 2:56
4. M.G.1942 4:35
5. Demise: Desire 2:04
6. Agonizing 5:45
7. Phanatical X-X-X 4:28
8. Shine Of Scars 3:49
9. Coma´s Grip 4:45
10. The Sicilian Clan (cover Ennio Moricone) 4:42
Total playing time: 39:50


Samples: http://www.last.fm

Second full-length album by the cult Italian Thrash Metal band.
Prime movers of the Italian Extreme Metal scene together with Bulldozer and Necrodeath!
Schizo have finally come out from the Underground Metal scene and have become a big name in Metal, probably the best Italian Metal band around, and really deserve to be called so, because now Bulldozer and Sadist have split up, and Necrodeath and Disarmonia Mundi have really sold out, Schizo remains one of the few big Italian bands that can really call themselves "Metal".
Listen to this CD once and you'll immediately realize this is a bad ass band, under every aspect. Every band member in fact plays a really big part in the CD and every instrument sounds ferocious and quick paced, although Schizo can master very well tempo changes, ranging from fast guitar riffs, with crushing drum blast beasts and very complicate bass parts, to instant slow down, with the drums just keeping the tempo, the guitars making plain harmonics and with a plain melodic voice. Schizo also can create wonderful intros.
The singing and drumming play the lions part, and are simply breath-taking.
In fact, Nicola Accurso's vocals are every time aggressive, and are very particular, because they are halfway between plain screaming and Tom Araya's aggressive singing tone, but are much quicker and aggressive and never drop a tone or look weak. Accurso can really sing in a wild sounding scream, and makes a wonderful impression on the listener.
The drums are even better: their sound is crushing from start to end, and they honor the Thrash/Black Metal genre. The blast beats play a big part, both because they are the main drum parts in the songs and because they're always quick and tough. Double bass is also used very well and even the tom parts are creative and complex, always playing in fast tempos.
With artwork by the legendary Lorenzo Mariani (Darkthrone, Mayhem) and arguably decent production from Peter In De Betou, Schizo's second effort is admirable enough! "Main Frame Collapse" might have been compelling enough to rival the mighty Necrodeath back in 1989, but Schizo might have been consigned to the Underground by a higher power a long time ago. Future serial killers, however, should look no further…
BL Music/Scarlet Records, 2007 (SC 134-2 / SPV 148942 CD). Made in Italy. Pressed in Austria. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Odium Restitution 2:21
2. Seen The Signs Before 4:25
3. Lacrima Khristi 2:56
4. M.G.1942 4:35
5. Demise: Desire 2:04
6. Agonizing 5:45
7. Phanatical X-X-X 4:28
8. Shine Of Scars 3:49
9. Coma´s Grip 4:45
10. The Sicilian Clan (cover Ennio Moricone) 4:42
Total playing time: 39:50


Samples: http://www.last.fm

The fourth full-length album by cult Italian Thrash Metal band.
Schizo have been pioneers of the Italian Extreme Metal scene together with Bulldozer and Necrodeath. Band was founded in 1984 and symbolizes one of the most important brand in Italian Extreme Metal scene. Chuck Schuldiner, mastermind of legendary Death band, was asked to join the band for the recording sessions of “Main Frame Collapse” in 1989; however, due to the intense activity with his band, Schuldiner was forced to deny the request. Schizo was on hold between 1999 and 2005. Their 2007 waited come back release, “Cicatriz Black”, has been extremely well received by critics and fans. In September of 2007, founding member Alberto Penzin decided to leave the band due to musical differences and personal problems with the rest of the band. Then, Dario Casabona was named as new four strings player. Band released the third and last full-length album in 2010, “Hallucination Cramps”.
The fourth album, “Rotten Spiral”, gives us intense, perfectly timed, beautifully executed melodies and harmonies, with some of the most cleverly mastered combinations between the instruments and vocals. “Rotten Spiral” is a real fast paced and head moving album from start to finish. If you remember the old school greats in Metal you’ll love this, with the track "Skeptic Flesh", and those melodic sections delivering power so intense it’ll blow your head off.
The solos are brilliantly crafted, from the dive bombs and pitched harmonics to the tremolo picking. The title track is brilliant, a real head mover throughout. Speed, ambience, power, riffs to melt your mind, vocally driven, and the solos to send shivers through you.
Overall, this is an incredible album, which would appeal to all Metalheads looking for something more from their Metal!
Punishment 18 Records, 2016 (P18R107). Made in Italy. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Leaders Of Deception 5:44 
2. Skeptic Flesh 4:11 
3. Neurotic Propaganda 3:41 
4. Rotten Spiral 6:54 
5. Deathwire 2:39 
6. Freikorps 4:58 
7. Hysterical God 6:17 
8. Final Warning 5:23
Total playing time: 39:52