"The Spectre Within" is the second studio album by progressive metal band "Fates Warning" and produced by Brian Slagel and Bill Metoyer. It includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and artwork/photos
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Music Genre: |
Heavy Metal / Ptogressive Metal |
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Album Production information: The album: "FATES WARNING – The Spectre Within" was produced by: Brian Slagel, Bill Metoyer Brian Slagel is the founder and CEO of Metal Blade Records. Slagel is known for giving Metallica their first break in 1982, with an appearance on Metal Massacre, a compilation album on Metal Blade, and has since released seminal albums by Slayer, Mercyful Fate, Cannibal Corpse, Fates Warning, Amon Amarth and The Black Dahlia Murder, among others. Use this link to access a list of heavy metal albums produced by Brian Slagel during the 1980s Bill Metoyer a well-known American music producer and sound engineer who has worked in the heavy metal genre. He has produced and engineered albums for a number of notable heavy metal bands, including Slayer, Armored Saint, and Cryptic Slaughter. Metoyer is known for his expertise in capturing the raw energy and intensity of heavy metal music, and for his ability to bring out the best in the bands he works with. His work has helped to define the sound of heavy metal and has had a significant impact on the genre. In addition to his production and engineering work, Metoyer has also been involved in other aspects of the music industry, including music education and artist development. He is highly regarded by musicians and fans alike for his contributions to the heavy metal genre, and continues to be an influential figure in the world of heavy metal music.during the 1980s he was Vice-President and in-house sound-engineer of Metal Blade Records. As such he has produced and taken care of the sound of many Heavy Metal bands. Most notable: Flotsam and Jetsam, Fates Warning, Helstar, Savage Grace, Tyrant, Slayer, Trouble, Sacred Reich, Armored Saint, Atrophy, Abattoir, Bitch, D.R.I, Dark Angel, Cryptic Slaughter, Lääz Rockit, Morbid Angel, Omen, Lizzy Borden, Mentors and many others. Brad Vance - Mastering Engineer Don Adkins Jr. - Photography Ioannis - Album Artwork Ioannis Vassilopoulos a graphics artist from Athens, Greece who has during the 1980s illustrated a dozen of album covers for heavy metal bands like: Hallows Eve, Fates Warning and others. |
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Record Label Information: |
RoadrunneR RR 9737 |
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Media Format: |
12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
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Year & Country: |
1985 Netherlands |
High Quality Photo of Album Front Cover "FATES WARNING - The Spectre Within" |
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Album Back Cover Photo of "FATES WARNING - The Spectre Within" |
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Inner Sleeve of "FATES WARNING - The Spectre Within" Album |
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Photo of "FATES WARNING - The Spectre Within" Album's Inner Sleeve |
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Photo of "FATES WARNING - The Spectre Within" 12" Record Label- Side One: |
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Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: FATES WARNING - The Spectre Within |
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Complete Track-listing of the album "FATES WARNING - The Spectre Within" |
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The detailed tracklist of this record "FATES WARNING - The Spectre Within" is:
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Fates Warning is an American progressive metal band that was formed in Connecticut in 1982. The band is often considered one of the pioneers of the progressive metal genre, alongside bands like Queensryche and Dream Theater.
The original lineup of Fates Warning consisted of vocalist John Arch, guitarists Jim Matheos and Victor Arduini, bassist Joe DiBiase, and drummer Steve Zimmerman. The band released their debut album, "Night on Bröcken," in 1984, which showcased a traditional heavy metal sound. However, with their second album, "The Spectre Within" (1985), Fates Warning began to incorporate more progressive elements into their music, such as odd time signatures and extended instrumental passages.
In 1986, Fates Warning released their breakthrough album, "Awaken the Guardian," which is considered a classic of the progressive metal genre. This album featured more complex song structures and a greater emphasis on melody and harmony, as well as the impressive vocal range and unique style of singer John Arch.
After John Arch left the band in 1987, Fates Warning continued to evolve their sound, incorporating more experimental and atmospheric elements into their music. In the 1990s, the band released a series of acclaimed albums, including "Parallels" (1991), "Inside Out" (1994), and "A Pleasant Shade of Gray" (1997), which featured a single 52-minute song broken into twelve parts.
Fates Warning has undergone several lineup changes over the years, with guitarist Jim Matheos remaining the only constant member. The band has continued to release albums and tour, with their most recent album, "Long Day Good Night," released in 2020. Fates Warning is considered one of the most influential bands in the progressive metal genre, and their music continues to inspire and influence new generations of musicians.