"Jump In The Fire" Album Description:
Metallica, one of the most influential and enduring heavy metal bands in the world, has a discography filled with iconic albums and unforgettable tracks. Among their early releases, "Jump In The Fire" stands out as a quintessential piece of thrash metal history. What makes this particular release even more special for collectors is the "Jump In The Fire" shaped vinyl picture discÑa unique and visually striking addition to any Metallica enthusiast's collection.
The Song:
"Jump In The Fire" was originally featured on Metallica's debut studio album, "Kill 'Em All," released in 1983. Known for its aggressive riffs, pounding drums, and intense vocals, the song encapsulates the raw energy and rebellious spirit that defined the early thrash metal movement. The lyrics, fueled by the band's signature blend of anger and defiance, add to the intensity of the track, making it a standout in Metallica's extensive catalog.
The Album Artwork:
The cover art for "Jump In The Fire" is as iconic as the track itself. Created by artist Les Edwards, the image features a demon-like creature surrounded by flames, inviting the listener to literally "jump in the fire." The artwork perfectly captures the rebellious and chaotic nature of Metallica's music, setting the tone for what would become a legendary career.
The Shaped Vinyl Picture Disc:
Released as a limited edition in various formats, the shaped vinyl picture disc of "Jump In The Fire" is a collector's dream. Picture discs, in general, are vinyl records that feature a printed image on one or both sides, adding a visual element to the auditory experience. Shaped vinyl picture discs take this concept a step further by cutting the vinyl into a unique shape that complements the album artwork.
In the case of Metallica's "Jump In The Fire" shaped vinyl picture disc, the record is cut into the form of the demonic figure from the cover art. This meticulous attention to detail transforms the vinyl into a piece of art in itself. Each disc is a miniature masterpiece, combining the auditory power of Metallica with the visual impact of the album cover.
Collector's Appeal:
The limited availability of the "Jump In The Fire" shaped vinyl picture disc adds to its allure among collectors. Rarity often drives the value of collectibles, and this unique release is no exception. Metallica fans and vinyl enthusiasts alike covet these pieces for their distinctive appearance and the connection they forge between the music and its visual representation.
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Description / Collector's info:
Rare 12 " Shaped Picture Disc
Side One of this record was recorded in the Studio, while the track "Phantom Lord" on Side 2 was recorded live
Production Team members:
Alex "The Boy Pharoah" Perialas - Sound Engineer, Producer
Alex Perialas – Audio Engineer, Mixer, Record ProducerIn my book, his credit is the “this is gonna hit hard” stamp—Pyramid Sound vibes all day. Read more... Alex Perialas is an American audio engineer, mixer, and record producer who helped lock in the tight, punchy thrash sound of the mid-1980s through the early 1990s from Pyramid Sound Studios in Ithaca, New York—working with bands like Anthrax, Overkill, Testament, Nuclear Assault, S.O.D., and Flotsam & Jetsam. Later on, his work stretches into other lanes (Bad Religion, Pro-Pain), and he’s also been tied to teaching sound recording at Ithaca College—because apparently someone had to explain to the next generation how to make guitars sound like a chainsaw with manners.
Jon Zazula - Executive Producer
Jon Zazula – Megaforce Records founder & metal scene catalystThe “Jonny Z” era starts in the East Brunswick trenches (early ’80s), then detonates with Metallica in 1982–1983 and keeps rolling through Megaforce years with bands like Anthrax (notably 1985–1991), Overkill, Testament, and Manowar. Read more... Jon Zazula, in my head, is proof that heavy metal didn’t just “happen” in the ’80s—it got built by obsessive weirdos with good ears and zero chill. He ran the Rock ’n’ Roll Heaven record store in East Brunswick, New Jersey, and used that shop as a kind of underground command center, blasting demos through the tape-trading network until the right bands found the right people. The pivotal moment (and yeah, it’s basically metal folklore at this point) lands in the winter of 1982, when he heard Metallica’s “No Life ’Til Leather” demo, pulled them to New York, and helped push them onto their first real East Coast stages—then Megaforce Records followed, and “Kill ’Em All” hit in 1983 like a crowbar to the radio. After that, his “periods” with bands were less about being onstage and more about being the guy who opened doors: the Megaforce run expanded from Metallica and Manowar in the early ’80s to a wider roster that included Anthrax (a key 1985–1991 stretch), plus acts like Overkill and Testament—basically a roll call of bands that helped define what American metal would sound like when it stopped asking permission.
Paul Curcio (1944-2018) - Producer, Guitars
Chris "Dr Metal" Bubacz - Sound Engineer
Chris "Dr. Metal" Bubacz – Sound engineer, producer The upstate New York tape-wrangler who helped early metal stop sounding polite and start sounding dangerous. Read more... Chris "Dr. Metal" Bubacz is the Rochester, New York engineer/producer who helped early-’80s metal sound like a street fight with good mic placement. From 1982–1984 he was in the trenches with The Rods (including "Let Them Eat Metal") and other upstate sessions, then in May 1983 he engineered Metallica’s "Kill ’Em All" at Music America Studios. In 1984 his name also turns up around Exciter’s "Violence & Force" era. By 1988 he’d moved into producer/engineer duty with Virgin Steele on "Age of Consent"—proof the guy could handle both speed and drama.
Les Edwards - Cover Art
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Record Label & Catalognr:
Megaforce / Music for Nations PKUT 105
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Media Format:
12" Shaped Picture Disc
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Country of Origin:
Made in UK
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