- Mausoleum Skull Records
"Prince of Darkness" is the first album by the Germany Heavy Metal band TOX and was recorded during December 1984 and January 1985, in Spygel Studios Kirchheim, Germany.
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Album Description:
TOX was a heavy metal band from Germany that formed in the early 1980s. Their debut album, "Prince of Darkness," was recorded in December 1984 and January 1985 at Spygel Studios Kirchheim, Germany, and released in 1986. The album is available on 12" vinyl LP and contains nine tracks. T "Prince of Darkness" is a classic heavy metal album that features traditional heavy metal instrumentation, including guitars, bass, drums, and vocals. The production is clean and polished, with a focus on melodic guitar riffs and catchy choruses. The guitar solos are intricate and well-executed, adding a level of technicality to the album. The vocals on the album are clean and powerful, with a focus on melody and harmonies. The drumming is steady and supportive, with occasional fills and accents to add interest to the songs. The lyrics on "Prince of Darkness" focus on classic heavy metal themes, including love, loss, and rebellion. The band explores these themes through vivid and poetic imagery, with a focus on storytelling. The lyrics on the album are well-crafted and thoughtful, with a focus on emotional depth and connection. They showcase TOX's ability to write compelling and engaging heavy metal songs. TOX's musical style on "Prince of Darkness" is heavily influenced by classic heavy metal bands like Judas Priest and Iron Maiden. The band incorporates elements of these bands into their music, including melodic guitar riffs, catchy choruses, and powerful vocals. TOX also incorporates elements of speed metal and thrash metal into their music, creating a sound that is more aggressive and intense than traditional heavy metal. |
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Rights Society: +SUISA+ |
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Labelcode: LC 8920 |
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Music Genre: Heavy Metal |
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Album Production Information: This album was produced by: Werner Dannemann (GAMA) , Peter Garattoni (GAMA) Sound Engineers: Walter "Batze" Kramer, Bernd Settgast Walter "Batze" Kramer a name synonymous with excellence in sound engineering, has played an instrumental role in shaping the sound of heavy metal. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to quality, Kramer has been the force behind the auditory experience of numerous iconic heavy metal bands. His expertise has touched the music of Starstruck, Tyrant, Sacrifice, Gravestone, Restless, Bloody Six, Vampyr, Maniac, Tox, Killer, Stormwitch, Necronomicon, Lustfinger, Veto, and many more. Early Career and Background Walter Kramer, affectionately known as "Batze," began his journey into sound engineering in the early 1980s. His fascination with music and technology led him to explore the intricate world of sound mixing and mastering. Over the years, he honed his skills, developing a unique ability to balance the raw energy of heavy metal with crystal-clear sound quality. Contributions to Heavy Metal Kramer's work has been pivotal in defining the auditory aesthetics of heavy metal. His technical prowess and creative approach have elevated the music of many bands, ensuring their sound is both powerful and precise. Here are some of the notable bands he has worked with: Starstruck, Tyrant , Sacrifice, Gravestone , Restless, Bloody Six , Vampyr, Maniac, Tox , Killer , Stormwitch , Necronomicon , Lustfinger, Veto and many others. Technical Expertise and Innovation Kramer's approach to sound engineering is characterized by a blend of traditional techniques and modern innovations. He utilizes state-of-the-art equipment and software to achieve a sound that is both classic and contemporary. His understanding of acoustics, coupled with his creative instincts, allows him to bring out the best in every band he works with.
Mix Engineer: Manfred Lohse Recorded at: Spygel Studios, Kirchheim Album artwork: Uli Allgaier Bernd Settgast a Swiss Sound engineer who has worked on the albums: "On the Altar of Rock" by "Sacrifice" and "Tales of Terror" by "Stormwitch", "Prince of Darkness" by "Tox". Manfred Lohse is a German Sound engineer, mixing the sounds for various sorts of music as well as heavy metal band like Bloody Six, Sacrifice, Stormwitch , etc |
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Record Label Information: Mausoleum Records - SKULL 8395 |
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Media Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone RecordTotal Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
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Year & Country: 1985 Switzerland (Suisse) |
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: TOX - Prince Of Darkness Skull |
Notes: Today Werner is a guitarist with over 50 years of experience in the Germany music scene and founder of the TOX Band. Werner Dannemann was founding member of the TOX band. TOX was originally intended as the name for one of Werner's dogs, but he kept the dog's names Hektor and Falk , so the band FOX was born In 1980, Peter Garattoni set up the Gama Musikverlags GmbH (A Germany Record Company) jointly with Günter Marek. Peter was drummer and former member of Eulenspygel, Nexus, Tox and Zero. Today Werner Dannemann is a guitarist with over 50 years of experience in the Germany music scene and founder of the TOX Band. Werner Dannemann was founding member of the TOX band. TOX was originally intended as the name for one of Werner's dogs, but he kept the dog's names Hektor and Falk , so the band FOX was born |
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