YNGWIE MALMSTEEN'S RISING FORCE - MARCHING OUT 12" Vinyl LP Album

- The Neoclassical Metal Milestone That Defined Yngwie Malmsteen's Virtuosity

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Yngwie Malmsteen's Rising Force's 1985 opus, "Marching Out," a neoclassical metal masterpiece, unfolds on 12" Vinyl LP. The album, a showcase of Malmsteen's virtuosity, melds classical elegance with metal power. Though not a chart-topper, its enduring legacy resonates among guitar aficionados, immortalizing Malmsteen's contribution to the world of instrumental metalThis web page has photos of album covers, inner sleeves, record labels together with production details, musicians and track-listing.

Album Description:

"Marching Out"

In the world of virtuoso guitar mastery, Yngwie Malmsteen's "Marching Out" stands as a beacon of technical brilliance and melodic grandeur. Released in 1985, this second studio album catapulted Malmsteen's Rising Force to new heights, leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of neoclassical metal.

The Maestro's Odyssey: Yngwie Malmsteen's Rising Force Unleashed

As a Swedish maestro of the guitar, Yngwie Malmsteen redefined the possibilities of the instrument with his dazzling technique and classical influences. "Marching Out" was the sophomore chapter of Malmsteen's Rising Force, a sonic odyssey that showcased his virtuosity and compositional prowess.

Crafting Neoclassical Elegance: The Making of "Marching Out"

Recorded in 1985, the album's title, "Marching Out," echoed the triumphant evolution of Malmsteen's musical journey. The 12" Vinyl LP format allowed for a rich sonic experience, accentuating the nuances of Malmsteen's intricate guitar work and the symphonic arrangements that adorned each track.

From the thunderous opening of "Prelude" to the final notes of "I Am a Viking," "Marching Out" demonstrated Malmsteen's ability to seamlessly blend classical influences with the raw power of metal. The studio alchemy captured on the vinyl album solidified his status as a virtuoso of the fretboard.

Legacy of a Guitar Virtuoso: "Marching Out" Resonates Through Time

While not achieving mainstream chart success, "Marching Out" became a seminal work for guitar enthusiasts and lovers of neoclassical metal. The album's enduring legacy is etched in the hearts of fans who admire Malmsteen's technical prowess and the timeless beauty of his compositions.

Production & Recording Information:

Music Genre:

Neo-Classical Metal, Heavy Metal

Label & Catalognr:

De Novo Music – Polydor 825 733

Album Packaging

This album "YNGWIE MALMSTEEN'S RISING FORCE – Marching Out" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and artwork/photos.

Media Format:

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

Year & Country:

1985 – Made in Germany

Producers:

Yngwie J. Malmsteen

Sound & Recording Engineers:

Lester Claypool
Peter Vargo

Recording Location:

Cherokee Studios – Los Angeles, CA
Skyline Studios – Topanga, CA

Photography:

P.G. Brunelli

Band Members / Musicians:

Band Members, Musicians:
  • Yngwie Malmsteen – guitar, Moog Taurus, background vocals, mixing, production
  • Jeff Scott Soto – vocals
  • Jens Johansson – keyboards
  • Anders Johansson – drums
  • Marcel Jacob – bass

Complete Track-listing:

Tracklisting Side One:
  1. "Prelude" (instrumental) – 1:00
  2. "I'll See the Light, Tonight" – 4:27
  3. "Don't Let It End" – 4:09
  4. "Disciples of Hell" – 5:53
  5. "I Am a Viking" – 6:00
Tracklisting Side Two:
  1. "Overture 1383" (instrumental) – 2:58
  2. "Anguish and Fear" – 3:50
  3. "On the Run Again" – 3:25
  4. "Soldier Without Faith" – 6:10
  5. "Caught in the Middle" – 4:20
  6. "Marching Out" (instrumental) – 3:10

Marching Out Album Photo Gallery:

Album Front Cover Photo
Album cover of Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force Marching Out. It shows Yngwie mid-performance with wild hair, mouth open expressively, holding a cream-colored Fender Stratocaster guitar vertically. The text features Gothic and italic fonts in yellow and red.

Front cover of the 1985 vinyl LP "Marching Out" by Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force.

The image shows Yngwie Malmsteen in a dramatic and energetic pose, bathed in a fiery amber-orange lighting that enhances the intensity of his expression. His long, curly hair appears damp and wild, cascading toward his face as he sings or shouts with his mouth open mid-performance. Around his neck, he wears a visible necklace with a pentagram pendant, adding a theatrical, mystic metal aesthetic.

His left hand grips the neck of a cream-colored Fender Stratocaster guitar, angled vertically across the right half of the frame. The guitar’s golden tuning pegs, fretboard dots, and pickups are clearly visible, with a slight sheen from the lighting.

The album title is displayed at the top. In the upper-left, it reads “Yngwie J. Malmsteen’s” in a small white gothic script. Dominating the upper half of the image is the band name “Rising Force” in large, bold, three-dimensional Old English-style gold lettering with sharp edges and black shadows. Just below and to the right, the album title “Marching Out” appears in italicized red-and-white capital letters, contrasting against the dark background.

The composition, lighting, typography, and dramatic pose all reflect the neoclassical metal flair and virtuosic intensity that defines the album.

Album Back Cover Photo
Back cover of Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force album Marching Out. The image features a close-up of Yngwie’s hand on the neck of a Fender Stratocaster beside a vertical strip of oversized film negative frames. The right side displays the tracklist, credits, Polydor logo, and catalog number.

Back cover of the 1985 LP "Marching Out" by Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force.

The left half of the composition showcases a close-up of a cream-colored Fender Stratocaster guitar held vertically. Only the lower frets and headstock are visible, with Yngwie’s left hand gripping the fretboard. The lighting gives the guitar a warm, golden hue against a dark background.

Running vertically beside the guitar is a large strip of stylized film negative, black with oversized white perforations and inverted yellow numbering and symbols, evoking cinematic flair and dramatic artistry.

The right half of the cover is clean white, containing the album’s complete tracklisting divided into Side A and Side B. Tracks include classics like “Prelude”, “I Am a Viking”, and “Marching Out.” Beneath the list are musician credits: Yngwie J. Malmsteen (guitars, background vocals, Moog Taurus), Jeff Scott Soto (vocals), Jens Johansson (keyboards), Anders Johansson (drums), and Marcel Jacob (bass).

Further down are production credits naming Malmsteen as producer, with Lester Claypool and Peter Vargo as engineers. Studios include Cherokee and Skyline in California. The bottom right displays the Polydor logo in red, catalog number 825 733-1, and barcode. The layout balances visual drama with technical detail, emphasizing both artistry and production pedigree.

Inner Sleeve Photo
Black-and-white inner sleeve photo from Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Marching Out LP showing Malmsteen with a bare chest, leather jacket, and Stratocaster guitar. The right side contains detailed thank-you credits printed in formal type.

Black-and-white inner sleeve portrait of Yngwie J. Malmsteen from the 1985 LP "Marching Out".

This striking monochrome photo captures Yngwie Malmsteen standing in front of softly draped white fabric, creating a high-contrast background. He appears serious and intense, gazing directly at the viewer with a strong, stoic expression. His long, voluminous hair flows past his shoulders in tousled waves, enhancing his rockstar image.

Malmsteen wears a partially open leather jacket adorned with metal buttons and patches, exposing his bare chest and several necklaces — one with a prominent cross, another with a round pendant. His left wrist is decorated with a spiked bracelet, and he holds a worn Fender Stratocaster guitar at his waist. The guitar's body has visible wear around the pickguard, signaling extensive use.

On the right side of the inner sleeve, printed in a classic serif font, is a block of text titled "Special Thanks To". It includes dedications to family, friends, fellow musicians, classical composers (like Bach, Vivaldi, Beethoven), and guitar legends such as Ritchie Blackmore and Jimi Hendrix. Additional acknowledgments are given to support staff and companies involved in the album's production and distribution.

The composition balances iconic rock imagery with heartfelt gratitude, presenting both the image and ethos behind Malmsteen’s artistry.

Lyrics Printed on Inner Sleeve
Inner sleeve of Yngwie Malmsteen's Marching Out album showing complete printed lyrics for all tracks including I'll See the Light Tonight, Don't Let It End, Disciples of Hell, and others, laid out in two columns with light red smudge accents in the background.

Lyrics sheet printed on the inner sleeve of the 1985 LP "Marching Out" by Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force.

The image displays the entire song lyrics printed on the inner sleeve in black serif font over a clean white background, organized in two columns. Subheadings indicate "Side 1" and "Side 2" in bold text, followed by song titles in uppercase and lyrics arranged in verse and chorus format.

The lyrics featured include all tracks from the album such as "I'll See the Light, Tonight", "Don't Let It End", "Disciples of Hell", "I Am a Viking", "On the Run Again", "Soldier Without Faith", "Caught in the Middle", and "Anguish and Fear". Instrumental tracks like "Prelude", "Overture 1383", and "Marching Out" are not included.

Throughout the white background are faint reddish smudge patterns, giving the sheet a slightly distressed, vintage appearance, as if handled frequently. The top right corner shows the catalog number "825 733-1" and the "STEREO" label.

This inner sleeve serves as both a functional lyric reference for listeners and a collectible visual component, reinforcing the album’s dramatic and expressive neoclassical metal aesthetic.

Close-up of Record Label
Side One record label of Yngwie Malmsteen's Rising Force Marching Out LP, featuring a bright red Polydor label with black text showing track titles, credits, and catalog number 825 733-1. Marked 'Made in West Germany' with GEMA and STEREO 33 RPM logos.

Close-up of Side One record label from the 1985 LP "Marching Out" by Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force.

The label is a bold and unmistakable bright red, a signature design of Polydor Records. At the top center is the classic black Polydor logo, housed within a rectangular border. Directly beneath, the artist’s name "YNGWIE MALMSTEEN'S RISING FORCE" appears in all caps, followed by the album title "Marching Out".

Track listings for Side One are printed clearly in black text: "Prelude", "I'll See the Light Tonight", "Don't Let It End", "Disciples of Hell", and "I Am a Viking". Compositional credits confirm all music was composed and arranged by Yngwie J. Malmsteen, with lyrics by Malmsteen and Jeff Scott Soto.

The label also includes key publishing and manufacturing data: catalog number 825 733-1, STEREO and 33 RPM indicators, and the GEMA rights society mark. It is stamped “Made in West Germany”, identifying this as the German pressing. The outer edge of the label bears German legal text regarding rights and reproduction.

At the bottom center are the Polydor copyright line, LC 0309 label code, and production location: Polydor International GmbH, Hamburg. This label design is both highly collectible and representative of 1980s European pressings.

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