Vinyl Albums Gallery & Discography from 1970-1990

Welcome to the Vinyl Records Gallery , a web-site dedicated to all Music Fans and especially to all music released during the 1960, 70 and 1980s on vinyl. Here you will find my perspnal collection of vinyl records, collected over decades. Each record is described in full details and where appropriate with detailed collector details as well with large high quality photos.


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PAGANINI - Weapon Of Love
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Vertigo 826 068 , 1985 , Made in Germany

"PAGANINI - Weapon Of Love" is a captivating debut release by Swiss Hard Rock/Glam Metal band "Paganini". Produced by Vic Vergaet and released in 1985 on Vertigo Record Label, the album showcases powerful rock anthems with a touch of glam, accompanied by a lyrics sleeve that adds depth to the listening experience

PAGANINI - Weapon Of Love

THE EXPLOITED - On Stage Live Red Vinyl

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Castle Communications / Nine Mile DO JO LP 9 , 1985 , England

The Exploited’s "On Stage" album, released in 1981, captures the raw intensity of live British punk. Recorded at Edinburgh’s Nite Club, this limited red vinyl edition showcases Wattie Buchan’s fierce vocals and anthems like "Punks Not Dead," embodying the rebellious spirit of the UK82 punk movement.

On Stage Live
PAUL KANTNER - Blows Against The Empire
Album cover of Blows Against the Empire by Paul Kantner and Jefferson Starship. It features vibrant, psychedelic artwork with a mystical, almost surrealist style. The central figure is a man dressed in a flowing, otherworldly robe, standing on a small, planet-like surface. His arms are raised, reaching toward an elaborate, radiant object that resembles a sun or celestial being adorned with colorful feathers and surrounded by intricate patterns of plants and stars. The colors are bold, with vivid greens, blues, and yellows against a dark background, giving it an ethereal, cosmic quality. https://vinyl-records.nl

Blows Against the Empire is a 1970 concept album by Paul Kantner and Jefferson Starship, blending rock and psychedelia with sci-fi themes. Featuring Grace Slick, Jerry Garcia, and David Crosby, it tells of a utopian escape to space, resonating with the countercultural ideals of the 1970s.

PAUL KANTNER - Blows Against The Empire
SODOM - Mortal Way of Live
SODOM - Mortal Way of Live album front cover vinyl record

The creation of "Mortal Way of Life" was not merely a recording endeavor but a sonic journey that reflected the band's dedication to delivering an authentic thrash metal experience. To delve into the album's creation history, we must first understand the backdrop of Sodom's ascendancy in the metal scene.

Mortal Way of Live 12" Vinyl LP
POISON - Open Up and Say AH (Uncensored)
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Enigma Capitol 1C 064-7 48493 DMM , 1988 , Holland / Germany

This album was banned somehow because some retailers objected to this sleeve on the grounds that it was too "raunchy". Whether you're a fan of glam rock, heavy metal, or just good old-fashioned rock and roll, this album has something for everyone. It remains one of Poison's most enduring works

Open Up and Say AH (Uncensored) 12" Vinyl LP
JOHN LENNON & YOKO ONO - Two Virgins
JOHN LENNON & YOKO ONO -  Two Virgins album front cover vinyl record

  Apple T-5001 , 1968 , USA

John Lennon andYoko Ono, may have created a money-making sensation with their "Two Virgins" nude album cover, but from one 18-year-old Beatles fan the word is "John, You've Gone Too Far This Time." Her name is Rainbo, and her comment about John is the title of her first record. "It's not art. It's just a dirty

Two Virgins 12" Vinyl LP
ERIC CLAPTON - Behind the Sun
ERIC CLAPTON - Behind the Sun  album front cover vinyl record

 

This album "Behind the Sun" is the 1985 album by the English guitarist Eric Clapton. The title of the album comes from a line from Albert King's "Louisiana Blues". It is also Clapton's first collaborative project with Phil Collins.

Behind the Sun 12" Vinyl LP

Sheryl Lee Ralph - You're So Romantic

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Too Hot TSR 420103 , 1984 , Germany

Relive the magic of Sheryl Lee Ralph's early 80s charm with this rare 12" Vinyl EP. Featuring the infectious dance hit "You're So Romantic" and the sizzling "Too Hot," this collectible record is a must-have for fans of classic R&B and disco.

You're So Romantic 12" Vinyl EP
T. REX - Children of the Revolution / Jitterbug Love
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Glam Rock

"Children of the Revolution" is the 1972 song by the British Rock band "T.Rex", is was used as soundtrack for the movie "Born To Boogie" "Children of the Revolution" was written by Marc Bolan and released in 1972. The song was released as a single, and reached #2 on the UK Singles Chart.

Children of the Revolution / Jitterbug Love 7" Vinyl Single
STEELOVER - Glove Me
STEELOVER - Glove Me album front cover vinyl record

"Glove Me" is a record that doesn't waste time. Kicking off with "Forever," you're immediately hit with an anthem that distills the essence of Steelover: melodic hooks wrapped in a tough, leather-clad exterior. This is followed by "Give It Up," a faster, punchier track that showcases the band’s ability

STEELOVER - Glove Me 12" Vinyl LP
FRANK ZAPPA & Abnuceals Emuukha Electric Symphony Orchestra - Lumpy Gravy
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VERVE 2317 046 , 1968 , UK (United Kingdom)

"Lumpy Gravy "is the debut solo album by Frank Zappa, recorded with a group of session players he dubbed the Abnuceals Emuukha Electric Symphony Orchestra.

Lumpy Gravy (1968, GB) 12" LP
To John Mayall, the Godfather of British Blues:
In Memory of JOHNY MAYALL album front cover vinyl record

Your legacy echoes through the countless musicians you inspired and mentored, the generations you introduced to the soul of the blues, and the indelible mark you left on the world of music. Your passion, dedication, and boundless talent will forever be remembered. Thank you for a lifetime of blues.

Rest in peace, John.

His Discography
DEATH - Scream, Bloody Gore ( Canada ) 12" LP
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Cobra CL 1030 / Maze Music , 1987 , Canada

BLACK SABBATH - Dehumanizer 12" Vinyl LP
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Black Sabbath's "Dehumanizer" is a sonic sledgehammer, reuniting Dio and Appice with the metal titans. This 1992 release delves into dark themes of technological dystopia and human frailty, driven by relentless riffs and Dio's soaring vocals. A raw and powerful album that cements their legacy.

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IRON MAIDEN - Number of the Beast Red Vinyl 7" Single
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Double the devilry, double the Iron Maiden! This limited edition set features the iconic "The Number of the Beast" on blood-red 7" vinyl. Unfold the included poster and witness Eddie's battle with the devil in all its crimson glory.

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JIMI HENDRIX Monterey International Festival 12" Vinyl LP
JIMI HENDRIX OTIS REDDING - Monterey International Pop Festival (1967, France)  album front cover vinyl record

This album is a compilation LP album, Side one is dedicated on tracks by Jimi Hendrix, while Side Two has the tracks by Otis Redding, who died six months after this festival.

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ATLAIN - Living In The Dark 12" Vinyl LP
ATLAIN - Living In The Dark album front cover vinyl record

The time period surrounding the release of "Living in the Dark" was marked by a surge in the popularity of Power/Thrash metal, both in Germany and globally. The late 1980 was witnessing a flourishing metal scene, with bands experimenting and pushing the boundaries of the genre.

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ARTILLERY - Fear Of Tomorrow 12" Vinyl LP
ARTILLERY - Fear Of Tomorrow album front cover vinyl record

Artillery's debut album, "Fear of Tomorrow," released in 1985 by Neat Records, marked a pivotal moment in Danish thrash metal. Founded in 1982, the band, led by brothers Michael and Morten Stützer, showcased their technical prowess and raw energy.

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ARTILLERY - Terror Squad 12" Vinyl LP
ARTILLERY - Terror Squad album front cover vinyl record

In 1987, thrash metal was a headbanging hurricane tearing across the globe. Metallica had unleashed the genre-defining "Master of Puppets," Slayer was fresh off the heels of "Reign in Blood," and Exodus was about to drop "Pleasures of the Flesh."

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DEATH - Scream, Bloody Gore ( UK ) 12" LP Album
Scream, Bloody Gore ( UK ) 12" LP

UNDER ON FLAG FLAG 12 , 1987 , UK

"Unearth the sonic abyss with Death's 'Scream Bloody Gore' on 12" Vinyl. Chuck Schuldiner's death metal masterpiece, released in 1987, remains iconic. 

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GRAVE DIGGER - Heavy Metal Breakdown 12" Vinyl LP

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Noise N 007 , 1984 , Germany

Grave Digger's "Heavy Metal Breakdown" (1984) is the raw and energetic debut album that introduced the world to the German heavy metal powerhouse.  

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RAVEN - Wiped Out ( 1982, Italy ) 12" LP
RAVEN - Wiped Out ( 1982, Italy ) 12" LP

Raven's "Wiped Out" LP, a rare Italian pressing on NEAT Records, signifies the band's evolution and transition from the label. This pivotal album blends speed metal and NWOBHM influences, encapsulating Raven's signature style.

Raven - Wiped Out Vinyl LP Album (Incl. Single)
PARIAH - Blaze Of Obscurity 12" Vinyl LP
PARIAH - Blaze Of Obscurity album front cover vinyl record

Pariah was not a new band formed in 1989. It was a temporary name change for the British heavy metal band Satan, formed in 1980. The members of Satan decided to release "Blaze of Obscurity" under the name Pariah, likely due to concerns about religious connotations associated with their original name.

NWOBHM LP "Blaze of Obscurity" by Pariah (Steamhammer Records)
RISK - Ratman 12" Vinyl EP
RISK - Ratman album front cover vinyl record

"Ratman" is a gripping and intense 12" EP vinyl by the band Risk. Released with an inclusion of lyrics sleeve, this EP showcases Risk's unique sound and their ability to deliver hard-hitting and thought-provoking music.

Risk - Ratman EP Vinyl with Lyrics Sleeve