Aaarrg Records Collector's Album Cover Gallery & Information

This is a collection of selected vinyl records, recorded and released by the Aaarrg Record Label. Aaaarg was a German record label founded by Axel Thubeauville.

On the discography listing below you will find Aaarrg Records vinyl records released during the 1980s. For each record you will have the record company's catalognr, album title, year and country of release. Complete information for each record can be viewed by selecting the corresponding links. Albums have been ordered in ascending alphabetical order of the album catalog-numbers. This page can help you to identify which particular release of the album you own.

Introduction

Aaarrg Records

Aaarrg Records was a German independent record label founded in 1986 by Axel Thubeauville and most likely Ralph "Ralf" Hubert. The label became a significant force in the heavy metal, thrash metal, and speed metal scenes, providing a platform for underground and emerging metal acts.

Notable Bands & Releases

Mekong Delta – The progressive thrash metal band featuring Hubert.
Holy Moses – A pioneering thrash metal group led by Sabina Classen.
Living Death – One of Germany’s earliest speed/thrash metal acts.
Target – A Belgian thrash metal band recognized through Aaarrg.
Siren – A US heavy metal band featured in the label’s catalog.

Legacy & Impact

Aaarrg Records played a crucial role in shaping the European thrash and speed metal scene, influencing future generations of extreme metal bands. While the label was relatively short-lived, its rare vinyl releases remain highly collectible among metal enthusiasts.

Axel Thubeauville is a pioneering music producer and record company owner who played a crucial role in shaping the Hard Rock and Heavy Metal scene. As the founder of Metallian Music, Earthshaker Records, Aaarrg Records, and Shark Records, he launched numerous legendary bands. His dedication to underground metal remains unmatched. Learn more in his biography.

Ralph "Ralf" Hubert is a distinguished music producer, musician, and sound engineer whose work has significantly shaped the Teutonic Metal sound of the 1980s. As the mastermind behind Aaarrg Records and the bassist for Mekong Delta, his contributions to heavy metal remain unparalleled. Explore his career, production credits, and impact on the genre in the full biography.

Aaarrg vinyl Records

LIVING DEATH - Protected from Reality 12" LP

Cobra CL 1038 , 1988 , Canada

"Protected From Reality," Living Death's iconic 12" Vinyl LP, emerged as a hallmark of Teutonic Metal's 1980s heyday. Producer and bass player Ralph Hubert, a driving force behind the genre's sound, left an indelible mark on bands like Kreator and Holy Moses. Hubert's multifaceted role extended to co-founding "Aaarrg Records." The album's sonic prowess, complemented by Peter Larisch's visuals, solidifies

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HOLY MOSES - Finished With The Dogs 12" LP

Thumbnail Of HOLY MOSES - Finished With The Dogs album front cover

AAARG 6 , 1987 , Germany

"Holy Moses' sonic onslaught, 'Finished With The Dogs,' reverberates through the 12" Vinyl LP, a testament to German Speed/Thrash Metal prowess. Released in 1987 and produced by Ralph Hubert, this second studio album stands as a defining moment in Holy Moses' discography. The vinyl format encapsulates the raw power and ferocity of their sound, solidifying their impact on the Speed/Thrash Metal landscape. 'Finished With The Dogs' remains a cherished artifact for aficionados of the genre."

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From the Mekong Delta: A Decade of Technical and Progressive Thrash Metal Mastery in the 1980s

MEKONG DELTA - S/T Self-Titled

AAARRG 4 , 1987 , Germany

Mekong Delta's self-titled 1987 debut, a German progressive thrash metal masterpiece, fused technical prowess with classical influences, challenging metal norms. Created by Ralph Hubert, Uwe Baltrusch, Peter Haas, and Wolfgang Borgmann, the album's intricate compositions and exotic themes set it apart. With avant-garde flair and precise musicianship, Mekong Delta's innovative sound marked a significant milestone in the evolution of thrash metal, leaving an enduring impact on the genre.

MEKONG DELTA (Self-Titled) 12" Vinyl LP

MEKONG DELTA - Music of Erich Zann

AAARRG 11 , 1988 , Germany

Explore the genesis of Mekong Delta's iconic "Music of Erich Zann" 12" Vinyl LP. Emerging from the 1980s German Speed/Thrash metal scene, the band, led by producer and bassist Ralph Hubert (Björn Eklund), drew inspiration from H.P. Lovecraft's tale. The album's complex compositions and thematic depth, showcased on the expansive canvas of vinyl, solidify its status as a genre-defying masterpiece with a lasting influence.

Music of Erich Zann 12" Vinyl LP

MEKONG DELTA - Toccata

AAARRG 17 , 1989 , Germany

Mekong Delta's 1989 "Toccata" 12" vinyl maxi-single, produced by Ralph Hubert, marked a pivotal moment in German Thrash metal. Released on White Label AAARRG 17, it showcased the band's fusion of classical elements with technical precision. The strategic choice of the vinyl format and collaboration with a renowned producer underscored the band's commitment to pushing musical boundaries, solidifying its place in the dynamic metal landscape of the late 1980s.

Toccata 12" Vinyl Maxi-Single

MEKONG DELTA - Dances with the Death

AAARRG ARG 23/034 , 1990 , Germany

"Dances Of Death" (1990), a seminal album by German Speed/Thrash Metal band Mekong Delta, remains a collector's treasure with its 12" vinyl EP and merchandising postcard. The creation history unveils a groundbreaking approach to thrash metal, blending technical prowess with thematic depth. The album's visual and lyrical elements, coupled with its innovative format, solidify its status as a trailblazer in the metal genre, leaving an indelible mark on the evolution of thrash.

Dances with the Death 12" Vinyl LP