BEAST - THE LETTER 12" Vinyl LP Album

- Original Metal Enterprises Tontrager

 

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BEAST's "The Letter": A Forgotten Testament to German Heavy Metal
Album Description:

Released in 1986 on the independent label Original Metal Enterprises Tontrager, BEAST's "The Letter" stands as a fierce testament to the raw power and energy of the German heavy metal scene. This album, while not achieving widespread recognition, captured the essence of the band's unique sound, blending elements of classic heavy metal with a distinct Teutonic edge.

Historical Context and Genre

BEAST, a band hailing from Singen, Baden-Württemberg, was active primarily from 1981 until 1992, with a brief comeback in 2015. "The Letter" arrived during a time when the German heavy metal scene was flourishing, with bands like Accept, Scorpions, and Helloween gaining international recognition. BEAST's music embodied the spirit of this movement, with its driving rhythms, powerful vocals, and anthemic choruses.

The album's music is a potent mix of classic heavy metal and hard rock, showcasing influences from bands like Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, and Deep Purple. The vocals are soaring and passionate, the guitars are crunchy and melodic, and the rhythm section is tight and energetic. While firmly rooted in the heavy metal tradition, BEAST's sound also incorporated elements of German folk music, adding a unique flavor to their music.

Collectors information:

 This album "BEAST - The Letter" is the first full length album released by the Beast Band.

Beast was a German Heavy Band from Singen, Baden-Württemberg mainly active from 1981 until 1992 and a come-back during 2015.

Music Genre:

German Heavy Metal 

Album Production Information:

The album: "BEAST - The Letter" was produced by: Ingo Nowotny

Ingo Nowotny is a German producer and former musician from Usingen. He founded at least four rock (later Nazi/RAC) labels and/or publishing companies: Metal Enterprises, Nowotny Music Enterprises, Nowotny's Noize and IN Career Development. Ingo Nowotny is from Usingen in Germany and is known for the production of several Heavy Metal albums in the late 1980s. Bands for which he produced albums include: Asgard , Beast, Black Virgin, Blowin Free, Bohse Onkelz, Break Point, Burning Vision, Escape, Expect No Mercy, Extreme Napalm, Godzilla, Kahlkopf, Reaper, Think of Misery.

Record Label: 

Metal Enterprises is a German right-winged record label, it was found in 1982 by Ingo Nowotny

Metal Enterprises ME-505

Media Format:

12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record

Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram

Year & Country:

Made in Germany
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: BEAST . The Letter
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Hans J. Bergt - Lead Vocals, Guitars
  • Helmut Merk - Bass
  • Kurt Bergt - Guitars
  • Roland Bayer - Drums
Complete Track-listing of the album "BEAST - The Letter"

The detailed tracklist of this record "BEAST - The Letter" is:

    Track-listing Side One:
  1. Callgirl 04:55
  2. Little Lady 03:35
  3. Dark City 04:01
  4. Outsider 03:06
  5. Roadie 03:12
  6. Keeping Your Touch 04:23
  7. Cadillac 03:44
  8. Lonely Nights 05:16
  9. Time Machine 03:48
    10.
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