IRON ANGEL - HELLISH CROSSFIRE - German Release 12" Vinyl LP Album

 

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Album Production Information:

 Iron Angel's "Hellish Crossfire" German release 12" vinyl LP album is a thrash metal masterpiece. Produced by Horst "Hoddle" Muller and recorded at Caet Studio Berlin in May 1985, it delivers relentless aggression and blistering guitar work. With album photography by Joachim-Peters-Schnee and cover design by Edda & Uwe Karczewski and Peter Wittke, the visual presentation matches the intensity of the music. Featuring the talented lineup of Dirk Schroeder, Sven Struven, Mike Mattes, and Thorsten Lohmann.

"Hellish Crossfire" is the third album by the German speed metal band Iron Angel, released in 1985

Music Genre:

  Speed Metal (Germany)
Album  Production information:

The album: " Hellish Crossfire" was produced by: Horst "Hoddle" Muller
Recorded and mixed May 1985, Caet Studio Berlin
Album Photography: Joachim-Peters-Schnee
Album cover design by Edda & Uwe Karczewski, Hamburg

Notes on the production team of this album:

Horst Mueller - a sound engineer from Germany and has engineered the records of several German Metal bands, notable Destruction, Running Wild, Warrant and the Swiss Celtic Frost band, as well as many others. He has used several different aliases/pseudonyms, aliases used by Horst Mueller include: Horst "Hoddle" Muller, Horst H.I.F. "The Crazy Frog" Muller, Horst "The Only One" Muller, "Mad" Horst Muller

Uwe Karczewski a German graphics artist known for the 1980's album covers for Heavy Metal bands like: Helloween , Iron Angel .

 

Record Label Information:

  SteamHammer SH 0032

Media Format:

  12" Vinyl Stereo Full-Length Long-Play  Gramophone Record
Album weight: 230 gram  

Year and Country:

  1985 Made in Germany
Band Members and Musicians on: Iron Angel Hellish Crossfire
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Peter Wittke
  • Dirk Schroeder
  • Sven Struven
  • Mike Mattes
  • Thorsten Lohmann
Track Listing of: " Hellish Crossfire"

The Songs/tracks on " Hellish Crossfire" are

  1. The Metallian
  2. Sinner 666
  3. Black Mass
  4. The Church Of Lost Souls
  5. Hunter In Chains
  6. Rush Of Power
  7. Legions Of Evil
  8. Wife Of The Devil
  9. Nightmare
  10. Heavy Metal Soldiers
Album cover photos of : Iron Angel Hellish Crossfire

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The artwork features a captivating and ominous scene dominated by fiery hues, reminiscent of the inferno itself. A menacing angelic figure, adorned with metallic wings, stands at the forefront, exuding power and darkness. The intricate details in the artwork contribute to the overall atmosphere, creating a sense of impending doom that mirrors the thrashing energy of the music

 

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Close-up Photo of " Hellish Crossfire" Record Label 

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Iron Angel is a legendary German metal band that has made a significant impact on the heavy metal genre. Their aggressive sound, intense live performances, and influential debut album "Hellish Crossfire" have cemented their place in metal history. With four albums spanning four decades, Iron Angel has proven that they are a force to be reckoned with and continue to inspire new generations of metalheads.

Band Information:

  Iron Angel is a German heavy metal band that formed in 1980. The band is known for their aggressive sound and intense live performances. Over the years, Iron Angel has gone through several line-up changes but has continued to release music and tour.

 History

 Iron Angel was formed in Hamburg, Germany in 1980 by Dirk Schröder (vocals), Peter Wittke (guitar), Sven Strüven (drums), and Volker Rummel (bass). The band quickly gained attention in the local metal scene and released their debut album "Hellish Crossfire" in 1985 on Steamhammer Records. The album received critical acclaim and helped establish Iron Angel as one of the prominent German metal bands of the 80s.

 In 1986, Iron Angel released their second album "Winds of War" which showcased the band's musical progression and maturity. The album also featured a new line-up with Dirk Schröder being replaced by new vocalist Dirk Schumacher. However, despite the success of "Winds of War," the band dissolved in 1987 due to internal tensions.

 In 2004, Iron Angel was resurrected with a new line-up and released their third album "The Revenant" in 2014. The band has continued to tour and release music, including their latest album "Emerald Eyes," which was released in 2020.

 Discography

 Iron Angel's discography spans four albums over four decades. Their debut album "Hellish Crossfire" is considered a classic of the speed metal genre and is a favorite among metalheads. "Winds of War" is another essential album in the band's discography and showcases their growth as musicians. "The Revenant" is a solid comeback album that re-established Iron Angel's place in the metal scene. "Emerald Eyes" is the band's latest offering and shows that they still have plenty of fire left in them.

 Impact

 Iron Angel's impact on the heavy metal genre can't be understated. Their debut album "Hellish Crossfire" was a game-changer for the speed metal genre and inspired countless bands to follow in their footsteps. Iron Angel's aggressive sound and intense live performances also helped to define the German metal scene of the 80s. The band's influence can be heard in many of the prominent metal bands that emerged in the years following their formation.

IRON ANGEL - Hellish Crossfire

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SteamHammer SH 0032 , 1985 , Germany

 Iron Angel's "Hellish Crossfire" German release 12" vinyl LP album is a thrash metal masterpiece. Produced by Horst "Hoddle" Muller and recorded at Caet Studio Berlin in May 1985, it delivers relentless aggression and blistering guitar work. With album photography by Joachim-Peters-Schnee and cover design by Edda & Uwe Karczewski and Peter Wittke, the visual presentation matches the intensity of the music. Featuring the talented lineup of Dirk Schroeder, Sven Struven, Mike Mattes, and Thorsten Lohmann.

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