HEAVY METAL Music

Metal Enterprises (ME 531), 1989

"Randomised" hits like an overcharged club gig pressed straight to wax: sharp-edged riffs, shout-along choruses, and Thomas Rothes steering the whole ride with that unmistakably raw German-metal spirit. Bold, unfiltered, and dripping with late-80s ambition, it’s the sound of a young band throwing everything they’ve got onto tape. A must-have for collectors who chase character over perfection.

HELLION - Screams in the Night

Released in 1987, “Screams in the Night” remains a time capsule of metal’s wild heart—sharp riffs, thunder in the drums, and Ann Boleyn’s unmistakable roar leading the charge. It’s not just a record, it’s a statement: fierce, unapologetic, and beautifully loud. The kind of LP that smells like amplifier dust and midnight defiance.

BARON ROJO - Volumen Brutal

When Barón Rojo unleashed “Volumen Brutal” in 1982, it wasn’t just another heavy metal album—it was Spain’s war cry to the world. Packed with molten riffs, clenched-fist attitude, and twin-guitar fire from the de Castro brothers, it turned rebellion into art. Loud, proud, and fearless, this record tore through the silence of post-Franco Spain and planted Iberian metal squarely on the global map.

QUEENSRYCHE - The Warning

“The Warning” isn’t just an album—it’s a metal sermon wrapped in chrome. Tate’s voice cuts through the mix like cathedral glass, while the guitars build catwalks between reason and rebellion. It’s the sound of young men convinced the future could be both electric and tragic, and they were right. Every spin still feels like opening a sealed prophecy from 1984.

MANOWAR - Sign of the Hammer

Manowar, an American heavy metal band, released their fourth studio album "Sign of the Hammer" in 1984. The album features eight tracks, including some of the band's most popular songs, such as "All Men Play on Ten" and "Thor (The Powerhead)."

BUDGIE - Power Supply

“Power Supply” doesn’t politely knock—it kicks the door in. Budgie, already veterans of the underground, sounded younger and meaner than ever here. Shelley’s soaring voice and Thomas’s guitar cut like power tools through sheet metal, all anchored by rock-solid rhythm. It’s not nostalgia—it’s a reset button. Sharp, loud, and gloriously alive, this record still jolts the spine decades later.

ATTENTAT ROCK - Strike

“Strike” is Attentat Rock at full voltage — a wild flash of French heavy metal attitude sharpened with melodic finesse. Recorded in Geneva, it captures the band’s swagger in its purest form, with Marc Quee’s vocals slicing through razor-bright riffs. Every track feels like a late-night performance on the edge of collapse and glory. A perfect snapshot of 1985’s reckless confidence pressed into vinyl.

CINDERELLA - Long Cold Winter

When “Long Cold Winter” hit the racks in 1988, Cinderella ditched the glitter and picked up the grit. Tom Keifer’s voice carried the weary soul of a man twice his age, rasping through bluesy heartbreaks and road-worn anthems. The vinyl still breathes that frozen-highway melancholy — a snapshot of glam metal growing up, leather cracking under the snow.

KISS - Ace Frehley

Somewhere between stardust and streetlights, Ace Frehley found his own orbit. The album roars, swaggers, and occasionally grins, all wrapped in that unmistakable cosmic tone. “Fractured Mirror” closes the journey like a radio fading into deep space — haunting, melodic, and unmistakably Ace, the eternal Spaceman with six strings and no seatbelt.

ACE FREHLEY - Frehley’s Comet

Spinning ‘Frehley’s Comet’ is like opening a time capsule from 1987—chrome guitars, soaring vocals, and cosmic swagger intact. Ace Frehley trades makeup for muscle here, firing riffs that sparkle through the mix like sparks off a transformer. The original vinyl, with its comet-logo artwork and lyrical inner sleeve, remains one of the true pleasures of analog rock collecting.

W.A.S.P. - Live in the Raw (Three European Releases)

W.A.S.P.'s "Live in the Raw" is a 1987 12" vinyl LP album capturing the energy and raw power of the American heavy metal band's live performances. Recorded during their tour, it showcases W.A.S.P.'s intense stage presence and hits

RAILWAY - Railway II

Railway's "Railway II" LP is a hard-hitting slice of 80s German heavy metal, featuring aggressive guitar riffs, pounding drums, and unpolished vocals. Released in 1985, it captures the band’s uncompromising style and DIY ethos, delivering a raw, high-energy sound that resonates with fans of classic metal.

SAVATAGE – Fight for the Rock

Y&T - Contagious

Y&T’s 1987 album "Contagious" captures the raw energy of the band’s hard rock legacy, fueled by Dave Meniketti’s searing vocals and riffs. Packed with anthems like the title track and "Armed and Dangerous," the record delivered a powerful mix of heavy hooks and melodic flair that thrilled fans across Germany and beyond.

OZZY OSBOURNE - Live and Loud

Ozzy Osbourne’s Live and Loud captures the Prince of Darkness at his most electrifying, a 2LP whirlwind of chaos and spectacle from the 1991–92 tour. But the true spine-tingling moment comes when his old Black Sabbath comrades — Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward — join in, turning this live set into a historic resurrection of heavy metal’s original dark lords.

MANOWAR - Fighting the World (International Versions)

The album's primary theme is the band's defiance of the mainstream music industry. The title track "Fighting the World" is a testament to this idea, with lyrics such as "We're fighting for the metal that we live." MANOWAR's music is known for being loud, heavy, and uncompromising

DARK WIZARD - Reign Of Evil 12" LP Album Vinyl

This slab of wax, Reign of Evil, is the kind of glorious mess only a bunch of Dutch maniacs called Dark Wizard could conjure. It’s heavy metal with bloodshot eyes and nicotine breath, guitars clawing at the sky while vocals stagger between menace and hysteria. Press play and you’re dragged down a basement staircase lit by flickering neon, where riffs laugh in your face and never let go.

BARON ROJO - Larga Vida Al Rock & Roll

Barón Rojo's debut, "Larga Vida al Rock & Roll," ignited Spanish heavy metal in 1981. Produced by Vicente Romero, the album, entirely in Spanish, fused powerful guitar anthems with social commentary. Instant classics like "Con Botas Sucias" and the title track marked their ascent, leaving an indelible mark on global metal. A testament to Barón Rojo's legacy, it remains a pivotal chapter in European heavy metal history.

VIRGIN STEELE – Self-Titled Debut MFN 1

Virgin Steele's eponymous 1982 debut album, released on 12" Vinyl LP (MFN 1) via Music For Nations, captivates with a diverse sonic journey. From the electrifying "Danger Zone" to the anthemic "Dead End Kids" and the heartfelt ballad "Still In Love With You," the record showcases the band's raw power and musical versatility, leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of Hard Rock and Heavy Metal.

TANK - Honour and Blood (Netherlands & USA Releases )

- Honour and Blood ( RoadrunneR , Netherlands )

- Honour and Blood ( USA, CANADA )

The sonic intensity and precise production of "Honour and Blood" owe a great deal to the sound engineering talents of Alvin Clark and Peter Rackham. Working tirelessly to capture Tank's explosive energy, they ensured that every riff, vocal line, and drum beat reverberated with power and clarity.

ACCEPT - Restless and Wild

This is the French release of "Restless and Wild" by the German Heavy Metal band "ACCEPT" and has been released on the Venus records. The album front cover shows the Accept band live on stage and this front cover is different from other European releases (which show two white "Gibson Flying V" guitars

YNGWIE J MALMSTEEN's RISING FORCE - Odyssey

"Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force 'Odyssey' 12" Vinyl LP Album, released in 1988, showcases Malmsteen's virtuoso guitar skills and neoclassical metal style, achieving commercial success with standout tracks like 'Heaven Tonight'."

KROKUS - Alive and Screamin'

This album arrived at a crossroads in Krokus' career. While they had enjoyed considerable success in the early 80s with hits like "Heatstrokes" and "Bedside Radio," the mid-80s saw a shift in the musical landscape. Hair metal was on the rise, challenging traditional hard rock bands to adapt or fade away.

TWISTED SISTER - Stay Hungry (International Releases)

These are international releases of "Stay Hungry" is Twisted Sister's third studio album featuring ten tracks of catchy and theatrical heavy metal music. Produced by Tom Werman, it includes hits such as "We're Not Gonna Take It" and "I Wanna Rock," becoming a commercial success and a classic of the 1980s.

LOUDNESS - Hurricane Eyes

In the realm of rock and heavy metal music, few albums possess the raw energy and melodic prowess as Loudness' "Hurricane Eyes". Released in the 1980s, this iconic album quickly gained popularity and solidified Loudness as one of Japan's most influential rock bands.