Cloven Hoof's self-titled album is a seminal release within the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement. Produced by Keith Nichol and adorned with captivating artwork and photography, the album not only showcases the band's musical prowess but also exhibits their attention to detail in visual presentation. This web page has photos of album covers, inner sleeves, record labels together with production details, musicians and track-listing.
|
Collectors information / Album Description: Cloven Hoof's self-titled album is a seminal release within the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement. Produced by Keith Nichol and adorned with captivating artwork and photography, the album not only showcases the band's musical prowess but also exhibits their attention to detail in visual presentation. "Cloven Hoof" was skillfully produced by Keith Nichol, who brought out the band's raw energy and captured their distinctive sound in a manner that resonates with fans to this day. The album's photography, credited to David Peters, adds a visually captivating dimension to the release, giving fans a glimpse into the band's dynamic stage presence. The sleeve concept was conceived by Lee Payne, the bassist of Cloven Hoof. Payne's creative vision played a crucial role in shaping the album's overall aesthetic, ensuring a cohesive and visually striking experience for the listeners.
The artwork and illustrations were the handiwork of Steve Jolliffe, who crafted captivating visuals that complemented the music's tone and atmosphere. Jolliffe's artistic contribution enhanced the album's appeal, making it a standout release within the NWOBHM genre. The band's lineup on the self-titled album includes David "Water" Potter on vocals, Steve "Fire" Rounds on guitar, Lee "Air" Payne on bass, and Kevin "Earth" Pountney on drums. Each member brings their unique musical talents and personalities to the table, contributing to the album's distinct sound and impact. This album "Cloven Hoof" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and photos. |
|
Music Genre: NWOBHM New Wave of British Heavy Metal |
|
Album Production Information: The album: "Cloven Hoof" was produced by: Keith NicholPhotography by David Peters Sleeve concept: Lee Payne Artwork and Illustrations: Steve Jolliffe |
|
Record Label Information: Roadrunner RR 9857 |
|
Media Format: 12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
|
Year & Country: 1983 Holland |
|
Collector notes: CLOVEN HOOF is a British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) from Wolverhampton, England, formed in 1979. Keith Nichol, Producer, Sound Engineer, ( Guest ) musician has been in-house producer for the NEAT Record label. He has been responsible for the production and sound engineering of many NWOBHM bands during the 1980s. Most notable these bands include: Atomkraft, Blitzkrieg, Fist, Raven, Venom, Warfare, and many others. On Warfare's album "A Conflict of Hatred", Keith Nichol takes care of the production, sound engineering and as guest musician playing violin and keyboards.
|
Band Members and Musicians on: Cloven Hoof |
|
Track Listing of: "Cloven Hoof" |
|
The Songs/tracks on "Cloven Hoof" are
|
Album cover photos of : Cloven Hoof |
|
|
| Back Cover Photo of "Cloven Hoof" Album |
|
| Inner Cover of "Cloven Hoof" Album |
|
|
Close-up Photo of "Cloven Hoof" Record Label
|
|
Note: The images on this page are photos of the actual album. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash. Images can be zoomed in/out ( eg pinch with your fingers on a tablet or smartphone ). |