Hallows Eve - Death & Insanity 12" Vinyl LP Album

- Metal Blade Records Release with Blood Dripping Axe on Record Label, see photos below

Front cover of Hallows Eve's Death and Insanity. The artwork features a grim, eerie brick wall with cracks and decay. A maniacal figure with long, wild black hair and a sinister grin emerges from a shadowy doorway labeled 'City Morgue.' He is dressed in a tattered suit with a top hat, bare-chested, and holding a severed head by its hair in one hand while pointing with the other. The wall-mounted lantern above him emits a faint glow. The band's name, 'Hallows Eve,' appears in a bold, cracked stone-like font at the top, and 'Death and Insanity' is displayed in a matching rugged stone-style font at the bottom.

"Death & Insanity," the second studio masterpiece by the American Speed/Thrash Metal juggernaut Hallow's Eve, roars to life on a 12" Vinyl LP Album. Released in 1986, this album stands as a cornerstone in the band's discography, showcasing their prowess in the speed and thrash metal realms. With a visceral blend of aggression and musical innovation, "Death & Insanity" solidifies Hallow's Eve's impact on the thriving metal scene during this dynamic period. is the second studio album by the American Speed/Thrash Metal band "Hallow's Eve" and was released in 1986.

Hallows Eve's Death & Insanity: A Thrash Metal Maelstrom from 1986

Emerging in the mid-1980s during the peak of thrash metal's burgeoning popularity, Hallows Eve's "Death & Insanity" was a raw, aggressive, and uncompromising addition to the genre's growing catalog.

Historical Context

Released in 1986, "Death & Insanity" arrived at a pivotal time in metal history. Thrash was rapidly evolving, with bands pushing the boundaries of speed, technicality, and lyrical aggression. Hallows Eve, hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, found themselves in a scene dominated by West Coast thrash giants like Metallica, Slayer, and Exodus. Yet, they managed to carve their own niche with their distinct sound and unapologetic intensity.

Musical Exploration

"Death & Insanity" is an unrelenting sonic assault. The album is characterized by breakneck tempos, intricate guitar work, pummeling drums, and vocalist Stacy Andersen's distinctive high-pitched screams. The band's musical exploration delved into dark and often controversial themes, with lyrics that touched on death, violence, and social commentary. Songs like the title track, "Goblet of Gore," and "Lethal Tendencies" exemplified the band's unfiltered aggression and lyrical intensity.

Production and Personnel

The album was produced by the renowned team of Tom Morris and Brian Slagel, who had a track record of working with influential metal bands. Recorded at Morrisound Recording in Tampa, Florida, a studio known for its work with death metal pioneers like Death and Morbid Angel, "Death & Insanity" captured the raw energy and intensity of Hallows Eve's live performances.

Frontman Stacy Andersen's vocal style was a defining feature of the album. His high-pitched shrieks and aggressive delivery were both polarizing and captivating, garnering both praise and criticism from fans and critics alike.

Music Genre:

Thrash Metal Music 

Album Production;

Produced by Brian Slagel & Hallow's Eve

Brian Slagel is a pioneering figure in heavy metal, best known as the founder of Metal Blade Records in 1982. His label launched the careers of legendary bands like Metallica, Slayer, and Mercyful Fate, shaping the genre’s evolution. As a producer, he worked with Flotsam and Jetsam, Exciter, and Trouble, leaving a lasting impact. Learn more about Brian Slagel.

Sound engineer: Donal Jones

Donal Jones a sound engineer who has worked on two albums by "Hallow's Eve" namely "Death & Insanity" and "Monument".

Album artwork by Gerald McLaughlin

Gerald McLaughlin a Canadian Airbrush artist who has been working on album covers for bands like: Agent Steel, Hallows Eve, Omen and others.

 

Record Label & Catalognr:

Metal Blade Records RR 9676 (Roadrunner Records) . Bloody Skull Music. Bug Music

Album Packaging: 

This album includes the original custom inner sleeve with complete lyrics of all songs by Hallows Eve.

Media Format:

33rpm 12" Vinyl LP Record 

Year & Country:

1986 Made in Holland
Band Members and Musicians on: Hallow's Eve Death & Insanity
    Hallow's Eve Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Stacy Anderson - Vocals
  • Tommy Stewart - Bass
  • David Stuart - Guitars
  • Tym Helton - Drums
Complete Track Listing of: Hallow's Eve Death & Insanity
    Side One:
  1. Death and Insanity
  2. Goblet of Gore
  3. Lethal Tendencies
  4. Obituary (Instrumental)
  5. Plea of the Aged
  6. Suicide
    Side Two:
  1. D:I:E (Death In Effect)
  2. Attack of the Iguana (Instrumental)
  3. Nefarious
  4. Nobody Lives Forever
  5. Death and Insanity (Reprise)

Death and Insanity Album Photo Gallery

Album Front Cover Photo
Front cover of Hallows Eve's Death and Insanity. The artwork features a grim, eerie brick wall with cracks and decay. A maniacal figure with long, wild black hair and a sinister grin emerges from a shadowy doorway labeled 'City Morgue.' He is dressed in a tattered suit with a top hat, bare-chested, and holding a severed head by its hair in one hand while pointing with the other. The wall-mounted lantern above him emits a faint glow. The band's name, 'Hallows Eve,' appears in a bold, cracked stone-like font at the top, and 'Death and Insanity' is displayed in a matching rugged stone-style font at the bottom.

Front cover of Hallows Eve's Death and Insanity

This striking album cover features an eerie, cracked stone brick wall as the backdrop, giving an aged and decayed aesthetic. A dimly glowing brass lantern is mounted on the left side, casting a faint yellowish light on the scene. A gold-plated sign reading 'City Morgue' is affixed to the wall.

Emerging from a dark doorway is a menacing, unhinged figure with long, wild black hair, wearing a top hat and a torn, open-fronted suit, exposing his bare chest. His eyes gleam with insanity, and he sports a sinister grin, revealing sharp teeth. In his left hand, he clutches a severed head by its long hair, while his right hand extends forward, pointing ominously.

At the top of the cover, the band's name, 'Hallows Eve,' appears in a heavy, cracked stone-like font, giving the impression of an ancient, weathered engraving. Below, the album title, 'Death and Insanity,' is presented in the same bold, rugged stone-style typography, enhancing the album's dark and intense theme.

Album Back Cover Photo
Back cover of Hallows Eve's Death and Insanity. The design features a cracked stone wall background with red and white text. The tracklist is divided into 'Side Death' and 'Side Insanity,' listing song titles in a dramatic, stylized font. Several live concert photos of the band members are arranged across the cover, showing energetic performances with intense lighting. Below, production credits, band member roles, and acknowledgments are printed. The Metal Blade Records and Roadrunner Records logos appear in the top right corner, and 'Manufactured in the Netherlands' is printed at the bottom.

Back Cover of Hallows Eve's Death and Insanity

The album's back cover features a dark, textured cracked stone wall background, maintaining the eerie and intense aesthetic of the front cover. The tracklist is displayed in two sections labeled 'Side Death' and 'Side Insanity', with the song titles written in a dramatic red and white font.

Scattered across the cover are several high-energy live performance photographs of the band. These images capture the raw intensity of their shows, featuring scenes of the band members playing guitar, drumming, and singing with powerful stage lighting.

Below the tracklist, the album credits provide details about the production team, including engineers and designers. The band members' names and roles are also highlighted: Tommy Stewart on bass and backing vocals, Stacy Andersen on vocals, David Stuart on guitar and backing vocals, and Tym Helton on drums and backing vocals.

In the top right corner, the logos for Metal Blade Records and Roadrunner Records are printed, indicating the album's label. At the bottom, a statement confirms the album was Manufactured in the Netherlands, along with additional acknowledgments and copyright details.

Close up of Side One record's label
Close-up of the Side A record label for Hallows Eve's Death and Insanity. The label features the Metal Blade Records logo, consisting of a battle axe dripping with blood. The text is printed in black on a white background with a chain-like border around the edge. The album title, track listing, and credits, including the producer Brian Slagel and the publishing information for Bloody Skull Music, are clearly visible. The catalog number RR 9676 is printed along with the stereo and 33 rpm format specifications.

Close-up of Side A Record Label - Hallows Eve's Death and Insanity

This close-up image displays the vinyl record label for Side A of Hallows Eve's Death and Insanity. The label has a white background with black text, encircled by a distinctive chain-like border. The Metal Blade Records logo is prominently featured at the top, depicting a medieval battle axe dripping with blood, symbolizing the label’s aggressive metal branding.

The track listing is printed in bold, detailing the first six songs on Side A, including Death and Insanity, Goblet of Gore, and Lethal Tendencies. Songwriters are credited alongside each track.

Production credits list Brian Slagel as the producer, with publishing handled by Bloody Skull Music and administered by Bug Music. The catalog number RR 9676 is printed to the right, indicating its release under Metal Blade Records and Roadrunner Productions. Additional details include the stereo format and playback speed of 33 rpm, with a note that the record was made in Holland.

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