HEADHUNTER Head hunter CELTIC FROST NETZ KILLER krokus CHINA 12" Vinyl LP Album

"HEADHUNTER - Head Hunter" emerges as a seminal work within the realm of Swiss Heavy Metal, encapsulated in the grooves of its exclusive 12" vinyl LP album. Serving as the debut and sole offering from the band, this release solidifies Headhunter's place in the metal pantheon. Notably, vocalist Peter McTanner's subsequent journey with Krokus during the '90s adds an intriguing layer to the band's legacy. This vinyl gem is a testament to Headhunter's raw energy and a must-have for collectors of heavy metal history.

This web page has photos of album covers, inner sleeves, record labels together with production details, musicians and track-listing.

 

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Essential Album Information For: HEADHUNTER Head hunter CELTIC FROST NETZ KILLER krokus CHINA

Music Genre:

Heavy Metal From Switzerland

Label & Catalognr:

 Bacillus Records 260.09.065

Media Format:

Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

1985 Germany

HEADHUNTER Head hunter CELTIC FROST NETZ KILLER krokus CHINA Production & Recording Information

Producers:

Chris von Rohr - Producer

Christoph "Chris" von Rohr (hristoph von Rohr is a Swiss music producer and one of the most influential figures in the Swiss music industry. Born in Switzerland, von Rohr's interest in music began at an early age. He started playing the guitar as a teenager and soon became a member of a local band.music scene.

In 1971, von Rohr moved to Zurich to study philosophy and German literature. He continued to play music on the side and eventually formed a new band called Toad. The band gained popularity in Switzerland and was signed to a record label in Germany, which allowed them to tour throughout Europe.music scene.

After Toad disbanded, von Rohr turned his attention to producing. In 1980, he founded a recording studio in Zurich and began working with a number of Swiss musicians, including the hard rock band Krokus. von Rohr produced several of Krokus' albums, which helped the band achieve international success.music scene.

In the late 1980s, von Rohr began working with the band Gotthard, which would become one of Switzerland's most successful rock bands. von Rohr produced several of Gotthard's albums, including their debut album, which sold over 250,000 copies in Switzerland alone.music scene.

Throughout his career, von Rohr has been recognized for his contributions to the Swiss music industry. He has won several awards for his work as a producer and has been instrumental in shaping the sound of Swiss rock music. Today, von Rohr continues to work as a producer and is considered a living legend in the Swiss music scene.


Musicians:
  • Peter McTanner - Lead Vocals

      Peter McTanner started his singing career in the "Bloody Six" band, followed by the bands: "Witchcraft", Headhunter , Killer , Krokus and "The Heavy's". He has also been using the pseudo "Mark B Lay"

  • Beat T. Kopfmehl - Bass

     (Beat "Tiger" Kofmehl - Bass player with the Swiss "KILLER" band from 1979 until 1984 , and the Swiss "HEADHUNTER" band in 1985.)

  • Greg Bleuel - Drums
  • Manny Maurer - Rhythm Guitar

     (Many Maurer (Producer, Guitarist, Bass player) from 1979 until 1984 with the Swiss Heavy Metal/Hard Rock band "KILLER" , during 1985 with "Headhunter". Many Maurer wa also with the Swiss Heavy Metal/Hard Rock band "KROKUS" with during 1991-1998 "Ain't Dead Yet".)

Notes:

 Beat T. Kofmehl (Bass) and Manny Maurer (Guitars) started their musical career in the Killer (CH) band and moved around 1985 to the HeadHunter (CH) band. Peter Tanner (Vocals) joined them in the Headhunter band. After the split of HeadHunter , Beat went to China. Manny and Peter joined Krokus.
Apart of his role in HeadHunter, Greg's career is unknown.

Tracklisting Side One:
  1. The Predator
  2. Action
  3. Rats On The Loose
  4. Let Me Run
  5. Backs To The Wall
  6. Stay Young At Heart
Tracklisting Side Two:
  1. Streets On Fire
  2. Rock My Day
  3. Lightning Strikes
  4. Riding At Midnight
  5. Netz

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