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The third re-release of the second full-length studio album by legendary Swedish Melodic Death Metal band.
The first Amon Amarth album with guitarist Johan Söderberg and drummer Fredrik Andersson, Thus completing the line-up that remained up until 2015, following Andersson's departure from the band. 
Amon Amarth does one thing: Melodic yet Brutal Viking Death Metal. And they do it better than anyone else. "The Avenger" is an album that inspires one to grow a beard and take up arms against the Christian oppressors like no other. The twin guitar assault is the spear of Odin thrust into your heart, Johan Hegg's growling vocals are the battle cry of a thousand frenzied berserkers, the relentless double kick echoes with the thunderclap of Mjolnir.
There is not a single weak point over the course of the album's duration. It's looks like "The Avenger" is the best Viking Metal album ever put out. Each song is a well-constructed epic tale of Nordic folklore, accompanied most appropriately by the all best elements of the Melodic Death Metal genre. This is the album that should inspire artists to paint vast murals depicting proud Viking warriors dying gloriously on the field of battle, slaughtering the Christian dogs till their swords fall from their grasp, cursing their enemies with their last gasping breath. There is no other band that sounds like Amon Amarth, no other band that so clearly brings to mind such striking imagery.
The album’s only one fault would be it's too short. "The Avenger" clocks in at just over 36 minutes with only seven songs. It's a brief listen, though an intense one from start to finish. But considering how often these masterful architects pump out consistently great material, it’s an easily forgivable fault.
Remastered re-release contains a bonus track, "Thor Arise", a re-recording of the title track from their first demo, "Thor Arise".
Mastered for Vinyl by Patrick W. Engel at Temple of Disharmony in August 2016, 180 g Black Vinyl includes large 24" x 24" 2-sided full-color Poster!
Metal Blade Records, 1999/2017 (3984-14262-1). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Bleed For Ancient Gods 4:31
2. The Last With Pagan Blood 5:40
3. North Sea Storm 4:56
4. Avenger 7:11

Side B
5. God, His Son And Holy Whore 4:00
6. Metalwrath 3:50
7. Legend Of A Banished Man 6:08
Bonus Track:
8. Thos Arise 5:14

Total playing time: 41:30 min.



Samples: https://amonamarth.bandcamp.com

The third re-release of the second full-length studio album by legendary Swedish Melodic Death Metal band.
The first Amon Amarth album with guitarist Johan Söderberg and drummer Fredrik Andersson, Thus completing the line-up that remained up until 2015, following Andersson's departure from the band. 
Amon Amarth does one thing: Melodic yet Brutal Viking Death Metal. And they do it better than anyone else. "The Avenger" is an album that inspires one to grow a beard and take up arms against the Christian oppressors like no other. The twin guitar assault is the spear of Odin thrust into your heart, Johan Hegg's growling vocals are the battle cry of a thousand frenzied berserkers, the relentless double kick echoes with the thunderclap of Mjolnir.
There is not a single weak point over the course of the album's duration. It's looks like "The Avenger" is the best Viking Metal album ever put out. Each song is a well-constructed epic tale of Nordic folklore, accompanied most appropriately by the all best elements of the Melodic Death Metal genre. This is the album that should inspire artists to paint vast murals depicting proud Viking warriors dying gloriously on the field of battle, slaughtering the Christian dogs till their swords fall from their grasp, cursing their enemies with their last gasping breath. There is no other band that sounds like Amon Amarth, no other band that so clearly brings to mind such striking imagery.
The album’s only one fault would be it's too short. "The Avenger" clocks in at just over 36 minutes with only seven songs. It's a brief listen, though an intense one from start to finish. But considering how often these masterful architects pump out consistently great material, it’s an easily forgivable fault.
Remastered re-release contains a bonus track, "Thor Arise", a re-recording of the title track from their first demo, "Thor Arise".
Mastered for Vinyl by Patrick W. Engel at Temple of Disharmony in August 2016, 180 g Pastel Orange Marbled Vinyl includes large 24" x 24" 2-sided full-color Poster!
Metal Blade Records, 1999/2017/2022 (3984-14262-1). Made in Germany.



Tracklist:

Side A
1. Bleed For Ancient Gods 4:31
2. The Last With Pagan Blood 5:40
3. North Sea Storm 4:56
4. Avenger 7:11

Side B
5. God, His Son And Holy Whore 4:00
6. Metalwrath 3:50
7. Legend Of A Banished Man 6:08
Bonus Track:
8. Thos Arise 5:14

Total playing time: 41:30 min.



Samples: https://amonamarth.bandcamp.com

The second re-release of the third full-length studio album by legendary Swedish Melodic Death Metal band.
After nearly a decade of recording and a few line-up overhauls, each contributor to Amon Amarth's previous effort, "The Avenger", stuck around for "The Crusher". Original members Johan Hegg (vocals) and Olavi Mikkonen (guitars) again joined by Fredrik Andersson on drums, Johan Söderberg on guitar, and bassist Ted Lundström.
There is nothing new on this outing to surprise fans of this band's familiar Scandinavian Death Metal. The riffing from guitar and drums is workmanlike, and Hegg's vocal rants carry all the requisite ferocity. During slower, more musically focused numbers like "As Long as the Raven Flies" and the opener, "Bastards of a Lying Breed", certain attributes of '80s Thrash and song-driven Metal create spaces that enhance the rest of this album's dense material.
"The Crusher" blends seamlessly with the rest of Amon Amarth's Metal Blade catalogue. There isn't a standout among these recordings, as their textural differences are negligible. Listeners who enjoy this kind of Metal should certainly check out Amon Amarth, and "The Crusher" would be a good place to start!
Mastered for Vinyl by Patrick W. Engel at Temple of Disharmony in January 2017, 180 g Black Vinyl includes large 24" x 24" 2-sided full-color Poster!
Metal Blade Records, 2001/2017 (3984-14360-1). Made in the EU. Pressed in Germany.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Bastards Of A Lying Breed 5:36
2. Masters Of War 4:35
3. The Sound Of Eight Hooves 4:51
4. Risen From The Sea (2000) 4:27
5. As Long As The Raven Flies 4:04

Side B
1. A Fury Divine 6:36    
2. Annihilation Of Hammerfest 5:05
3. The Fall Through Ginnungagap 5:22
4. Releasing Surtur's Fire 5:31
Bonus Track
5. Eyes Of Horror 3:35

Total playing time: 49:42 min.



Samples: https://amonamarth.bandcamp.com

The third re-release of the third full-length studio album by legendary Swedish Melodic Death Metal band.
After nearly a decade of recording and a few line-up overhauls, each contributor to Amon Amarth's previous effort, "The Avenger", stuck around for "The Crusher". Original members Johan Hegg (vocals) and Olavi Mikkonen (guitars) again joined by Fredrik Andersson on drums, Johan Söderberg on guitar, and bassist Ted Lundström.
There is nothing new on this outing to surprise fans of this band's familiar Scandinavian Death Metal. The riffing from guitar and drums is workmanlike, and Hegg's vocal rants carry all the requisite ferocity. During slower, more musically focused numbers like "As Long as the Raven Flies" and the opener, "Bastards of a Lying Breed", certain attributes of '80s Thrash and song-driven Metal create spaces that enhance the rest of this album's dense material.
"The Crusher" blends seamlessly with the rest of Amon Amarth's Metal Blade catalogue. There isn't a standout among these recordings, as their textural differences are negligible. Listeners who enjoy this kind of Metal should certainly check out Amon Amarth, and "The Crusher" would be a good place to start!
Mastered for Vinyl by Patrick W. Engel at Temple of Disharmony in January 2017, 180 g Brown Beige Marbled Vinyl includes large 24" x 24" 2-sided full-color Poster!
Metal Blade Records, 2001/2017/2022 (3984-14360-1). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Bastards Of A Lying Breed 5:36
2. Masters Of War 4:35
3. The Sound Of Eight Hooves 4:51
4. Risen From The Sea (2000) 4:27
5. As Long As The Raven Flies 4:04

Side B
1. A Fury Divine 6:36    
2. Annihilation Of Hammerfest 5:05
3. The Fall Through Ginnungagap 5:22
4. Releasing Surtur's Fire 5:31
Bonus Track
5. Eyes Of Horror 3:35

Total playing time: 49:42 min.



Samples: https://amonamarth.bandcamp.com

The third re-release of the fourth full-length studio album by legendary Swedish Melodic Death Metal band.
First Amon Amarth album to showcase a more mid-paced and heavy sound, unlike their earlier faster works. Band return with another terrain flattening, Viking-obsessed Death Metal platter.
Vocalist Johan Hegg alternates between a whispery low rumble and an upper-register shriek, both of which are surprisingly able to render the lyrics quite intelligible at times. What's possibly most impressive about "Versus The World" is the ebb and flow of the record; there is an engaging variety of moods, tempos and textures that is lacking from the work of many similar bands. The songs are truly songs, which are thoughtfully arranged and manage to deliver melody and even beauty, along with moments of extreme brutality.
The name of Amon Amarth ever since their beginnings stands for heaviness, mighty, pounding compositions that make you imagine the Viking warriors on their dragon ships, fighting against intruders or being out on a pillage tour; stands for grand melodies, lines, no, arches of great melodies that intertwine with the powerful and crushing rhythm-guitars, forming an all-encompassing machine, towering over you, shadowing everything in its monumental size; stands for a forceful sound that definitely can blow you against the wall and hold you there with ease.
Amon Amarth seem to be incapable of doing a weak album and with their trademarks they not only managed to create another high quality masterpiece, but they definitely also have their own sound within the much crowded Death Metal scene, as the title implies, these five Swedes take on the world, with an album like "Versus The World", the odds are damn good that they will conquer it!!
In 2005, "Versus The World" was ranked number 413 in Rock Hard magazine's book of The 500 Greatest Rock & Metal Albums of All Time.
Mastered for Vinyl by Patrick W. Engel at Temple of Disharmony in January 2017, 180 g Crimson Red Marbled Vinyl includes large 24" x 24" 2-sided full-color Poster!
Metal Blade Records, 2002/2017 (3984-14410-1). Made in Germany. 



Tracklist:

Side A
1. Death In Fire 4:54
2. For The Stabwounds In Our Backs 4:56
3. Where Silent Gods Stand Guard 5:47
4. Vs The World 5:21
5. Across The Rainbow Bridge 4:51

Side B
1. Down The Slopes Of Death 4:08
2. Thousand Years Of Oppression 5:41
3. Bloodshed 5:14
4. …And Soon The World Will Cease To Be 6:56

Total playing time: 47:46 min.



Samples: https://amonamarth.bandcamp.com


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The fourteenth full-length studio album by legendary Finnish Melodic Folk/Gothic Metal band.
The longer a band’s career is, the higher is the probability of something fails in music. There are infinite examples that can be a proof of such words in music’s history. But, there are bands that refuse to work in a way that their best can’t be presented in their works, as they want to create a line of continuous classic albums. And one of these bands is the Finnish sextet AMORPHIS, because since their debut they’re delivering excellent albums, and their latest album, “Halo”, is another masterpiece.
Their musical formula isn’t easy to explain in few words: it’s a fusion between aggressiveness and melancholy (the vocals contrasts between clean and growl can depict such thing clearly), Metal elements with lysergic/Psychedelic influences of Hard Rock and Progressive Rock from the late 60s/early 70s (elements that can be clearly heard on “Northwards” due the keyboards and solos), good technical level with good taste and catchy moments (pay attention on the rich arrangements of “The Moon” to check such aspect), always with a deeper and excellent set of landscaping musical ambience.
The set of 11 songs that are presented on “Halo” was chosen between 30 songs, and it’s the kind of album that you can put on repeat for hours, days, months, centuries, eons… you’ll never get sick of it! There is something new to discover in this record every spin because across these songs, there are so many extraordinary details that spice things up a bit, but essentially really make a difference. Whether it’s extra spicy guitar licks, subtle keyboard melodies, or the often groovy bass lines and polyrhythmic drums, this album is truly dynamic and altogether an interesting rollercoaster to the attentive listener.
Atomic Fire GmbH, 2022 (AF0027). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Northwards 5:30
2. On The Dark Waters 4:47
3. The Moon 5:57
Side B
4. Windmane 4:49
5. A New Land 4:36
6. When The Gods Came 4:56
Running time: 30:35 min

Side C
7. Seven Roads Come Together 5:38
8. War 5:24
9. Halo 4:40
Side D
10. The Wolf 4:46
11. My Name Is Night 4:43
Running time: 25:11 min.

Total playing time: 55:46 min.

First re-release of the eighth full-length studio album by legendary Finnish Melodic Folk/Gothic Metal band.
After the release of the very good "Far From The Sun" in 2003, AMORPHIS faced the very difficult task of finding the proper replacement for Pasi Koskinen behind the microphone. Koskinen had already linked his voice with the band's second era after the prime Doom/Death Metal releases through the early 90s. This era was quite successful for the Finnish sextet and was characterized by albums like "Elegy", "Tuonela" and "Far From The Sun" that had distinct Gothic Metal additions. After many auditions, the band chose Tomi Joutsen as the new singer, who made his debut album appearance two years before, in "Eclipse". Although the album was pretty good, it raised some complaints, saying that Amorphis have chosen a more commercial sound and drifted further from their past works. "Silent Waters" clear away all the clouds of doubt that were gathered around Tomi Joutsen voice and performance in "Eclipse". The band had to search inside and bring some sounds from the old days for the new album.
The lyrics are English translations of Finnish poems written by poet Pekka Kainulainen, who wrote them based on the character of Lemminkäinen in the Kalevala.
Amorphis has gone through many changes and have progressed into a friendly territory on "Silent Waters". The songs here are accessible and very melodic, even when compared to albums like "Elegy" and "Tales From The Thousand Lakes". The band still has a distinctly Folk flavour, but doesn't have nearly as many Death Metal-influenced passages as they had in the past. The result is an album that is crystal clear, addictive and heart-warming.
Once again, Amorphis are over the top creative. The two sides of the band, light and dark, fusion perfectly on this melancholic and intense output! "Silent Waters" is one of Amorphis' stronger efforts, and it's recommended to any and all Metal fans!!
In February 2008, the record was certified gold in Finland, having sold over 15,000 units.
Nuclear Blast Records, 2007/2018 (27361 44171 | NB 4417-1). Made in Germany. 45 RPM.


Tracklist:
Side a
1. Weaving The Incantation 4:57
2. A Servant 3:55
3. Silent Waters 4:50
Side b
1. Towards And Against 4:59
2. I Of Crimson Blood 5:05
Running time: 23:46 min.

Side c
1. Her Alone 6:02
2. Enigma 3:35
3. Shaman 4:56
Side d
1. The White Swan 4:50
2. Black River 3:49
3. Sign 4:34
Running time: 27:46 min.

Total playing time: 51:32 min.

The fourth re-release of the second full-length studio album by legendary Finnish Progressive/Folk/Gothic Melodic Death/Doom Metal band.
"Tales From The Thousand Lakes" is a concept album based on the Finnish national epic, Kalevala. The album was an influential release in the development of the Melodic Death Metal genre, predominantly mixing the genre with Death/Doom and Gothic Metal, compared to the band's Death Metal debut. The album's song structures are considered to be progressive. The album also has elements of Psychedelic music and Folk music. The music is considered to be less extreme than other Melodic Death Metal releases, incorporating Heavy Metal singing in addition to Death Metal growls on some tracks. The instrumentation draws from Neo-Prog. This showcases a more melodic sound for the band, with hints at their later, more Progressive direction. The album also introduced synthesizers and clean vocals to the band's sound, though the latter was used sparingly.
"Tales From The Thousand Lakes" is the first Amorphis release to have an official keyboardist, Kasper Mårtenson, as any previous of the band's releases had the band's own drummer, Jan Rechberger, provide the empty keyboardist role until the band decided to have a keyboardist and also to find one being Mårtenson. With Mårtenson in the band, it is the first time the band's original lineup changed by having an additional member. Jan Rechberger would leave the band after this album but rejoin the band for 2003's "Far From The Sun".
The influence of Amorphis’ second album can be heard in countless branches of the history of Metal. The Finnish band’s incorporation of their homeland’s native melodies and lyrics based on epic poetry had a clear impact on the development of Folk Metal, while the kinetic riffs of “Drowning Maid” and melodies of “Black Winter Day” laid down foundations for the then-burgeoning Melodic Death Metal genre.
"Tales From The Thousand Lakes" is the most commercially successful Relapse release, selling over 100 000 copies to date. 
Limited Edition to 2133 copies, Custom Galaxy Merge Vinyl.
Relapse Records, 1994/2023 (RR7414 | LP4984R / RR49841). Made in Czech for the USA.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Thousand Lakes 2:03
2. Into Hiding 3:45
3. The Castaway 5:32
4. First Doom 3:52
5. Black Winter Day 3:50

Side B
6. Drowned Maid 4:23
7. In The Beginning 3:37
8. Forgotten Sunrise 4:53
9. To Father´s Cabin 3:50
10. Magic And Mayhem 4:27

Total playing time: 40:12 min.


https://relapsealumni.bandcamp.com/

Third re-release of the debut full-length studio album by legendary Canadian Technical Thrash Metal band.
Annihilator's brand of technical, thinking man's Thrash Metal garnered many fans with this fine debut, arguably the best release of the band's career. A brief acoustic guitar piece called "Crystal Ann" introduces the excellent title track: a psychological murder thriller supposedly based on a disturbed young girl's true story.
Leader Jeff Waters takes himself a little too seriously at times (see the Edgar Allan Poe-influenced "Ligeia" and his ridiculously erudite commentary on each song's lyrics), but he is equally prone to refreshing flashes of humor on "Word Salad" and "Schizos Are Never Alone". The spectacularly named Randy Rampage proves himself to be a versatile vocalist on "Wicked Mystic" and "Burns Like a Buzzsaw Blade". The careening closer "Human Insecticide" is magnificent for its sheer speed.
The album is full of technical riffs and solos from guitarist and songwriter Jeff Waters that are sure to please any fan of Thrash Metal. "Alice In Hell" features very few dull moments, as each of the songs are very powerful in their own way, and would not look out of place on a record from any of the big four of Thrash. Somehow the band did not gain the same popularity as some of the other Thrash acts, especially in North America, which is unfortunate, as the band put out some very quality material. "Alice In Hell" ranks near the top of the band's discography, and is definitely an essential Thrash album!!
180g Audiophile Pressing Black Vinyl.
Roadrunner Records/Music On Vinyl, 1989/2018 (RR 8723-2 | MOVLP2133). Made in Netherlands.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Crystal Ann 1:41
2. Alison Hell 5:00
3. W.T.Y.D. 3:53
4. Wicked Mystic 3:36
5. Burns Like A Buzzsaw Blade 3:31

Side B
1. Word Salad 5:46
2. Schizos (Are Never Alone) Parts I & II 4:35
3. Ligeia 4:40
4. Human Insecticide 4:48

Total playing time: 37:30 min.

The fourth re-release of the debut full-length studio album by legendary Canadian Technical Thrash Metal band.
Annihilator's brand of technical, thinking man's Thrash Metal garnered many fans with this fine debut, arguably the best release of the band's career. A brief acoustic guitar piece called "Crystal Ann" introduces the excellent title track: a psychological murder thriller supposedly based on a disturbed young girl's true story.
Leader Jeff Waters takes himself a little too seriously at times (see the Edgar Allan Poe-influenced "Ligeia" and his ridiculously erudite commentary on each song's lyrics), but he is equally prone to refreshing flashes of humor on "Word Salad" and "Schizos Are Never Alone". The spectacularly named Randy Rampage proves himself to be a versatile vocalist on "Wicked Mystic" and "Burns Like a Buzzsaw Blade". The careening closer "Human Insecticide" is magnificent for its sheer speed.
The album is full of technical riffs and solos from guitarist and songwriter Jeff Waters that are sure to please any fan of Thrash Metal. "Alice In Hell" features very few dull moments, as each of the songs are very powerful in their own way, and would not look out of place on a record from any of the big four of Thrash. Somehow the band did not gain the same popularity as some of the other Thrash acts, especially in North America, which is unfortunate, as the band put out some very quality material. "Alice In Hell" ranks near the top of the band's discography, and is definitely an essential Thrash album!!
Limited Edition of 3500 individually numbered copies on 180 g Translucent Red coloured vinyl.
Roadrunner Records/Music On Vinyl, 1989/2022 (RR 8723-2 | MOVLP2133). Made in Netherlands.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Crystal Ann 1:41
2. Alison Hell 5:00
3. W.T.Y.D. 3:53
4. Wicked Mystic 3:36
5. Burns Like A Buzzsaw Blade 3:31

Side B
1. Word Salad 5:46
2. Schizos (Are Never Alone) Parts I & II 4:35
3. Ligeia 4:40
4. Human Insecticide 4:48

Total playing time: 37:30 min.

Second re-release of the second full-length studio album by legendary Canadian Technical Thrash/Speed Metal band.
As the highest selling Canadian Metal band, it would be fair to say that they have achieved a large amount across their long and fruitful career, having put out two absolute pillars within Thrash Metal in their first two albums. The band is renowned for the high level of technical proficiency across each instrument as well as their complex and catchy riffs and jumps between fast and slower sections in the blink of an eye. It was this formula that made such songs as "Alison Hell" from their debut album "Alice In Hell" so good, which would continue onto the follow-up.
"Never, Neverland" being a step up from their fantastic debut. The title track, "Road To Ruin", and "'The Fun Palace" are regarded by many as being some of the best tracks the band has ever put out, featuring some memorable vocal lines and spectacular riffing. The bass playing on these tracks is flawless, whilst the drumming is the stuff of legend, with some really Groovy lines. The sheer cohesiveness of this entire release is almost untouchable, and what is even more amazing is that the band's vocal work not only fits in with the other instruments, but actually adds to it. Coburn Pharr has a rather awesome slightly high-pitched shout and sneer that he uses for many songs, occasionally leaping between even higher shrieks and some lower notes to make for the complete vocal performance. "The Fun Palace" kicks this album off in spectacular fashion with some of the best flowing guitar work in Thrash Metal history. Whilst people such as Kirk Hammett just shred as fast as they can and abuse the wah pedal, Jeff Waters scatters various techniques throughout and lays down some beautiful melodies in his solos. This can be found on various songs. "Sixes And Sevens" shows great effect with a chorus that you will roar along to and stamp your feet in the most defiant way possible upon hearing a few times...
Comparable to Metallica and Judas Priest at their heaviest, "Never, Neverland" is a blistering gem that takes no prisoners. Much heavier than the many Pop-Metal units flooding the market in the late '80s and early '90s, it was one of 1990s strongest Metal releases. The true icing on the cake for "Never, Neverland" is its crystal clean but aggressive production job. The guitars have more bite than a pissed off Rottweiler, whilst the drums pound away incessantly without ever completely overbearing the mix. The bass is consistently audible, and the vocals are well-placed right at the centre of the production. This is one of the best jobs in Thrash Metal and really is the last nail in the coffin for almost every other Thrash album attempting to compete with this. If you are a Metal fan, and you have not heard "Never, Neverland", kindly do yourself a favour and listen to this, as it is a masterpiece of Thrash Metal!
Limited Edition of 3500 individually numbered copies Audiophile 180g Velvet Purple Vinyl.
Roadrunner Records/Music On Vinyl, 1990/2021 (MOVLP2912). Made in Netherlands.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. The Fun Palace 5:50
2. Road To Ruin 3:40
3. Sixes And Sevens 5:19
4. Stonewall 4:50
5. Never, Neverland 5:30

Side B
1. Imperiled Eyes 5:27
2. Kraf Dinner 2:40
3. Phantasmagoria 3:57
4. Reduced To Ash 3:08
5. I Am In Command 3:38

Total playing time: 43:59 min.

The second Single by legendary Anerican Thrash Metal band.
Island Records Inc./Megaforce Worldwide, 1987 (208 786). Made in Germany. First press.  Used (cover/disc): EX+/EX+.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. I'm The Man (Censored Radio Version)  3:02
2. I'm The Man (Def Uncensored Version)  3:02
3. Sabbath Bloody Sabbath  5:45

Side B
4. I'm The Man (Live) (Extremely Def III Uncensored Version)  4:39
5. Caught In A Mosh (Live)  5:06
6. I'm The Law (Live)  6:17

Total playing time: 27:51 min.

The second re-release of the third full-length studio album by the legendary American Thrash Metal band.
Sharpening the band's sound with excellent production and increased emphasis on speed and aggression, "Among The Living" is the finest album of Anthrax's career with many a memorable refrain, fantastic riff, and tasty solo, sporting fantastic lyrics on top.
Album features "I Am The Law" - a tribute the legendary comic book character Judge Dredd, and "Efilnikufesin (N.F.L.)", which needed to be read backwards in order to get the sense of what the band were on about. And it was a celebration of the life of the late John Belushi. Elsewhere, Anthrax show a socially aware side to their personality on "Indians", while "Caught In A Mosh" connected them firmly with their fans, who’d spend most of a gig moshing around in a frenzied elevation which was a depiction of the impact the music had on them.
"Among The Living" was the breakthrough album and sold close to 100000 copies in the UK. Album was certified Gold by the RIAA on July 31, 1990. 
This has to be Anthrax's best album that they have ever released. It has couple of the best Metal songs of all time which are: "Among The Living", "Caught In A Mosh" and "I Am The Law". Scott Ian and Dan Spitz are excellent guitar players. And Anthrax is also one of the best Thrash Metal bands of all time!
Island Records Limited/Universal Music Italia s.r.l./De Agostini Publishing S.p.A., 1987/2014/2021 (DeAgostini 6). Made in Italy. Pressed in France.


Tracklist:

Side One
1. Among The Living 5:16
2. Caught In A Mosh 4:59
3. I Am The Law 5:57
4. Efilnikufesin (N.F.L.) 4:54
5. A Skeleton In The Closet 5:32

Side Two
1. Indians 5:40
2. One World 5:56
3. A.D.I./Horror Of It All 7:49
4. Imitation Of Live 4:10

Total playing time: 50:26 min.

Classic Rock covers EP by legendary American Thrash Metal band.
Anthrax have always had a thing for the odd cover. Search early albums and you'll hear their takes on Black Sabbath and Sex Pistols. Then, of course, there's the legendary version of Public Enemy's "Bring the Noise", a song that played a massive role in their success.
For the "Anthems" EP, they tackle six classic Rock radio staples from their teenage years: Rush's "Anthem", AC/DC's "T.N.T.", Boston's "Smokin'", Journey's "Keep on Runnin'", Cheap Trick's "Big Eyes", and Thin Lizzy's "Jailbreak". Beside cover songs from some of the band's favorite acts of the 1970s, EP features two versions of "Crawl", a song from their previous studio album "Worship Music".
The EP was recorded during 2012 at various locations. Although it was initially scheduled to be released as part of a Special Edition of "Worship Music", the record was released both separately and on a Deluxe Edition. It was released on March 19, 2013 through Megaforce Records in North America, and three days later by Nuclear Blast in Europe. This was the band's last release to feature lead guitarist Rob Caggiano, who left the band subsequently.
"Anthems" isn't a statement of some grand scheme to introduce their fanbase to six of their big influences. "Anthems" is about five guys, most of whom have been playing together for their entire adult lives, having a good time with what they do. While it's hard not to wish for a bit more, it's easy to admire what they give us and why, even if none of the above is as surprising as they think it is. All in all, "Anthems" is an interesting diversion while fans wait for the next album!
The “Anthems” received favorable reviews by music critics and debuted at number 52 on the Billboard 200, selling approximately 8500 copies in its first week of release. By April 10, 2013, "Anthems" had sold 14000 copies in the United States, according to Nielsen Soundscan.
Megaforce Records, 2013 (MEGA2013). Made in USA. Pressed in Czech. Red & White Blend Vinyl. First press.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Anthem (Rush cover) 04:38 
2. Smokin' (Boston cover) 03:37 
3. Keep on Runnin' (Journey cover) 04:20 
4. Jailbreak (Thin Lizzy cover) 03:42

Side B
5. Big Eyes (Cheap Trick cover) 03:16 
6. TNT (AC/DC cover) 04:06 
7. Crawl (Album version) 05:00 
8. Crawl (Orc mix) 05:02

Total playing time: 33:41 min.

Limited Edition Box Set of the eleventh full-length studio album by legendary American Thrash Metal band.
Following the years of tribulations together, New York Thrash Metal legends have soldiered on despite the constant line-up, shuffling and uncertainty to come back recharged, refocused and more intent on providing the type of Thrashing material from their heyday.
Coming back together with Megaforce Records once again, the band’s eleventh full-length of original material and first with new guitarist Jonathan Donais (replacing Rob Caggiano) was originally released February 26, 2016 after a five-year gap between releases.
Being around for as long as they have, this here is pretty similar to what’s been apart of their sound for the majority of their career, which focuses on the tight, melodic twin guitar-based Thrashing, that’s featured here. The riffing is highly melodic and makes for quite a rousing series of high-energy riffing, that’s quite heavy while; also bringing along plenty of melodic harmonies in the vocals as well as the strong leads throughout here, create a strong sense of surging melody that compliments the varied heavier riffing. That comes from a selection of pieces that range from Hard Rock-inspired numbers, mixed with some mid-tempo groove to their traditional stomp-style, Thrashing that raises the energy considerably and even drops the energy level down into a more slower-paced crawl, with the addition of ballad-esque numbers that occur here. Which are also quite evenly mixed into the album as a whole. This is quite a dramatic variety that delivers on a dynamic level quite readily with this one, having such a varied, yet still contained feel and tone that carries throughout the album, as a proper whole, which makes for a highly-appealing time here, that offers up enough sections from each part of their career, that it readily allows for anyone to get into it.
With plenty of variety to get any fan of any point of their career covered, which makes this one of their brightest and most enjoyable releases in their vast catalogue, and ranks as one of the better releases of the year, which makes this an easy choice for fans of the band’s more recent output, or the band in general as well, as the Old School Thrash Metal scene overall!!
An elite Metal force!!!
The album peaked at #9 on the Billboard 200.
Limited Edition Box Set with removable 3D Lenticular Cover includes 10 x 7" colored vinyls with entire studio album, 3 bonus tracks, 6 demos, as well as Alex Ross' Initial sketch and Download Card.
Megaforce Records, 2016/2017 (MEGA221077). Made in USA. Pressed in Czech. First press. 45 RPM.

 

Tracklist:

Disc 1

Side A
1. Breathing Lightning
Side B
2. Breathing Lightning Demo (Band Demo)

 

Disc 2

Side A
1. Monster At The End
Side B
2. Monster At The End Demo (Band Demo)

 

Disc 3

Side A
1. Suzerian
Side B
2. Suzerain Demo (CB Demo)


Disc 4

Side A
1. Black Math / (The White Stripes cover)
2. Carry On (Kansas Cover)

 

Disc 5

Side A
1. You Gotta Believe 
Side B
2. For All Kings

 

Disc 6

Side A
1. Evil Twin
Side B
2. The Battle Chose Us

 

Disc 7

Side A
1. All Them Thieves
Side B
2. Vice Of The People

 

Disc 8

Side A
1. Zero Tolerance
Side B
2. Zero Tolerance Demo (Band Demo)

 

Disc 9

Side A
1. Blood Eagle Wings
Side B
2. Blood Eagle Wings Demo (CB Demo)


Disc 10

Side A
1. Defend Avenge
Side B
2. Defend Avenge Demo (CB Demo)

The fourth re-release of the fourth full-length studio album by legendary American Thrash Metal band.
"State Of Euphoria" is one of their most underrated albums. Unlike "Fistful Of Metal", "Spreading The Disease" or "Among The Living", this album doesn't have so much fast guitar riffs. But these are still good guitar riffs. The guitars have a very filling sound on here. At this time, most Thrash albums had guitar's, which had a kind of flat sound, like it was there but it was just missing something. This album basically used all the space in the studio to get the sound right. The bass is hardly ever heard but when it is, it's very Steve Hariss-esque. The drums are very tight on this album, as well. On the last 3 albums the drums were a little loose and rehearsed, but on here they are tightened down incredibly.
Although the album contains some of what would become Anthrax's best known songs such as "Antisocial" and "Be All, End All", critical reception was lukewarm. The album failed to live up to the expectations, commercial and otherwise, set by the band's previous releases, “Among The Living” and “I'm The Man” (EP).
The album reached #30 on the Billboard 200 chart in late 1988 and was certified Gold by the RIAA.
In any case, "State Of Euphoria" is a great album and a Anthrax classic that every fan should have!
Island Records Ltd./Universal Music Italia s.r.l./De Agostini Publishing S.p.A., 1988/2023 (DeAgostini 46). Made in Italy. Pressed in France.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Be All, End All 6:22
2. Out of Sight, Out of Mind 5:13
3. Make Me Laugh 5:41
4. Antisocial (Trust cover) 4:27
5. Who Cares Wins 7:35

Side B
1. Now It's Dark 5:34
2. Schism 5:27
3. Misery Loves Company 5:40
4. 13 0:49
5. Finale 5:47

Total playing time: 52:35 min.

The tenth full-length studio album by the legendary American Thrash Metal band.
This is the sensation of 2011 – Thrash Metal legends Anthrax, one quarter of "The Big Four", are back with what can be called one of the most anticipated albums of the past few years!
With Joey Belladonna back on vocals, this album is set to kill! The stunning single "Fight 'Em 'Til You Can't" already showcased the power and strength Anthrax regained during the past years. "Worship Music" follows the bands tradition of fast paced, yet anthemic songs with a lot of sing-along potential and can best be described as another Thrash Metal classic in the vein of "Persistence Of Time"!!
It is their first album of original material since 2003's “We've Come For You All”, and the first album since 1990's “Persistence Of Time” to feature vocalist Joey Belladonna.
The album was delayed due to issues with the departure of vocalist Dan Nelson from the band, and the re-joining of John Bush who ultimately decided not to commit to the album. The album's creation went through a lengthy process, with work beginning as early as November 2008. The band would eventually reunite with vocalist Joey Belladonna, whom the band finished recording with on April 2011.
The record debuted in the United States at No. 12 on The Billboard 200 chart, their highest chart position since 1993's “Sound of White Noise”. Album sold 28000 copies in the United States in its first week of release. As of September 2012, “Worship Music” has sold 100000 copies in the US.
Metal Thrashing Mad!!!
Double 140 g Black Vinyl in gatefold cover. 45 RPM.
Nuclear Blast GmbH, 2011/2015 (NB 2166-1). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Worship 1:41
2. Earth On Hell 3:11
3. The Devil You Know 4:46
4. Fight 'em 'til You Can't 5:48
Side B
1. I'm Alive 5:37
2. Hymn 1 0:38 (not marked at backcover)
3. In The End 6:48
4. The Giant 3:47
Running time: 32:16 min.

Side C
1. Hymn 2 0:44 (not marked at backcover)
2. Judas Priest 6:24
3. Crawl 5:29
Side D
1. The Constant 5:01
2. Revolution Screams 6:08
Bonus Track:
3. New Noise (Refused cover song) 4:46
Running time: 28:32 min.

Total playing time: 60:48 min.

Tenth full-length studio album by the legendary American Thrash Metal band.
This is the sensation of 2011 – Thrash Metal legends Anthrax, one quarter of "The Big Four", are back with what can be called one of the most anticipated albums of the past few years!
With Joey Belladonna back on vocals, this album is set to kill! The stunning single "Fight 'Em 'Til You Can't" already showcased the power and strength Anthrax regained during the past years. "Worship Music" follows the bands tradition of fast paced, yet anthemic songs with a lot of sing-along potential and can best be described as another Thrash Metal classic in the vein of "Persistence Of Time"!!
It is their first album of original material since 2003's “We've Come For You All”, and the first album since 1990's “Persistence Of Time” to feature vocalist Joey Belladonna.
The album was delayed due to issues with the departure of vocalist Dan Nelson from the band, and the re-joining of John Bush who ultimately decided not to commit to the album. The album's creation went through a lengthy process, with work beginning as early as November 2008. The band would eventually reunite with vocalist Joey Belladonna, whom the band finished recording with on April 2011.
The record debuted in the United States at No. 12 on The Billboard 200 chart, their highest chart position since 1993's “Sound of White Noise”. Album sold 28000 copies in the United States in its first week of release. As of September 2012, “Worship Music” has sold 100000 copies in the US.
Metal Thrashing Mad!!!
Limited Edition Brown/Orange Split Vinyl.
Megaforce Records, 2011/2015 (MEGA 6014). Made in USA.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Worship 1:41 
2. Earth On Hell 3:11 
3. The Devil You Know 4:46 
4. Fight 'em 'til You Can't 5:48 
5. I'm Alive 5:37 
6. In The End 6:48
Running time: 27:52 min.

Side B
7. The Giant 3:47 
8. Judas Priest 6:24 
9. Crawl 5:29 
10. The Constant 5:01 
11. Revolution Screams 6:08
Running time: 26:19 min.

Total playing time: 54:40 min.

The second full-length studio album by Czech Death/Thrash Metal band.
If you follow Czech Metal, then you must have in mind this Havířov-based band. Though being active for a relatively short time, since 2011, the ranks of this band are comprised of seasoned Metal veterans. Two years passed since “The Masquerade” debut, the band make its presence felt once more through a mother load of new
material, the calibre of which is equivalent to Krupp’s L/12 howitzer “Dicke Bertha”. The reference to one of the largest cannons that man has ever made is apt here, for theme-wise “Wareligion” will, in 12 tracks, take its listeners straight to the epicentre of the horrors of World War I, which came as a cruel disenchantment from the idealistic Age of Enlightenment and Reason to let the dark and utterly irrational side of the human character erupt in full.
“Wareligion” is not an album that will bring you happy thoughts, but that may actually be a good thing, for it may force you to muse and reflect, repeatedly.
Get ready for a historical excursion into places, where in mud, amidst
barbed wire and in a sickly yellow chlorine haze, cannons and machine-guns start their symphony of ruin and suffering…
Released on Red vinyl.
MetalGate/Monster Nation, 2015/2016 (MN-038). Made in Czech. First press.


Tracklist:

Warside A
1. Enter the Warzone (Intro) 01:18
2. And No God Will… 01:59
3. Chlorine Under Sky 02:21
4. Victimized 02:07
5. Leadstorm 02:13
6. Blood Turns Black 03:00
7. Just Shut Up and Believe 01:44
8. God Knows Him 02:53

Warside B
9. Flesh in the Air 03:40
10. Really Dead 02:37
11. Apathy 02:59
12. Crescent vs. Cross 02:46
13. Mum, Do Not Cry 04:28

Total playing time: 34:05 min.

The second full-length studio album by legendary German Disco band.
Released in Germany under the name "City Cats", this is the first album featuring Sandra Lauer as lead singer, as well as the first album of the legendary 1979 - 1984 line-up.
Victor Musical Industries, Inc., 1979 (VIP-6692). Made in Japan. First press. OBI. Insert. Used (cover/disc): NM/NM.


Tracklist:

Side One
1. Peppermint Jack 3:04
2. In The Heat Of A Disco Night 3:14
3. Rock Me After Midnight 3:47
4. Lucifer's Lover 3:31
5. Dancing In The Fire Of Love 3:27
6. It's So Hard To Leave You 4:06

Side Two
1. Hell Driver 4:53
2. City Cats 2:59
3. Don't Kiss A Crocodile 3:29
4. Plastic Heart 3:59

Total playing time: 36:29 min.