VA - Northwest Metalfest 12" Vinyl LP Album

"Northwest Metalfest" is a split compilation album on the "Ground Zero Records" record label with tracks from American and British Heav Metal and Hard Rock bands.

This web page has photos of album covers, inner sleeves, record labels together with production details, musicians and track-listing.

 

Large Album Front Cover Photo of VARIOUS ARTISTS - Northwest Metalfest

Northwest Metalfest: A Snapshot of 1980s Heavy Metal and Hard Rock
Album Description:

Released in 1984 on Ground Zero Records, "Northwest Metalfest" serves as a time capsule of the burgeoning heavy metal and hard rock scenes in the United States and the United Kingdom. This split compilation album features a diverse selection of tracks from various bands, showcasing the raw energy and sonic exploration characteristic of the era.

The album's tracklist offers a glimpse into the musical landscape of the time, with contributions from both established and emerging acts. While some tracks lean towards the heavier end of the spectrum, others incorporate elements of hard rock, creating a varied listening experience that reflects the diversity within the genres.

"Northwest Metalfest" is not only a compilation of music but also a historical document. It captures a specific moment in the evolution of heavy metal and hard rock, providing a snapshot of the bands and sounds that were shaping the scene in the mid-1980s.

As a vinyl LP, the album holds additional appeal for collectors and enthusiasts. The format itself contributes to the overall experience, offering a tangible connection to the music and the era it represents.

Essential Album Information For: VARIOUS ARTISTS - Northwest Metalfest

Music Genre:

Thrash Metal, Hard Rock

Label & Catalognr:

Ground Zero Records – GZ001

Media Format:

Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

1984 USA

VARIOUS ARTISTS - Northwest Metalfest Production & Recording Information

Producers:

Jeff Gilbert - Producer

Willie Mackay - Producer

Glen Boyd - Liner Notes

Sound & Recording Engineers:

Tom Hall - Sound Engineer

Ron Luder - Mastering Engineer


Track-listing of: VARIOUS ARTISTS - Northwest Metalfest

Tracklisting Side One:
  1. Lipstick – Daily Grind
  2. Open Fire – Cry For The Nations
  3. Koda Khan – Fantasy & Science Fiction
  4. Overlord – On The Edge
  5. Rottweiler – Intense As Hell
Tracklisting Side Two:
  1. Bondage Boys – The Loser
  2. Sato – Leather Warrior
  3. Strike – Deadline
  4. Mace – Marching Saprophytes
  5. Metal Church – Death Wish