Debut album from 1975 by this legendary British band formed by guitarist Ritchie Blackmore following his departure from DEEP PURPLE. Recorded alongside the members of ELF and featuring the unmistakable vocals of Ronnie James Dio, it marked the birth of one of the most influential acts in the history of Hard Rock and Heavy Metal.
Its sound blends Hard Rock, early Heavy Metal and touches of Progressive Rock and medieval-inspired music, creating the magical and epic atmosphere that would become one of the band's defining trademarks. The extraordinary chemistry between Blackmore and Dio, combined with a collection of highly distinctive songs, helped establish this album as a cornerstone in the development of classic Heavy Metal.
Recommended for fans of: DEEP PURPLE, DIO, URIAH HEEP and MSG.
Debut album from 1986 by this Welsh band and an interesting hidden gem from the later years of the NWOBHM movement. Active during the second half of the 1980s, RANKELSON developed a sound that blended Heavy Metal and Melodic Hard Rock, retaining the spirit of classic British Metal while embracing a highly memorable and accessible approach.
"Hungry for Blood" features direct riffing, memorable melodies and strong choruses, supported by solid guitar work and a production typical of the era. Although it never achieved the recognition of some of its contemporaries, the album has gradually earned cult status among fans of melodic and traditional British Heavy Metal.
Recommended for fans of: TOKYO BLADE, SHIVA, TYGERS OF PAN TANG, PRAYING MANTIS.
Vinyl re-issue in red wax of the debut album from 1986 by this Welsh band and an interesting hidden gem from the later years of the NWOBHM movement. Active during the second half of the 1980s, RANKELSON developed a sound that blended Heavy Metal and Melodic Hard Rock, retaining the spirit of classic British Metal while embracing a highly memorable and accessible approach.
"Hungry for Blood" features direct riffing, memorable melodies and strong choruses, supported by solid guitar work and a production typical of the era. Although it never achieved the recognition of some of its contemporaries, the album has gradually earned cult status among fans of melodic and traditional British Heavy Metal.
Recommended for fans of: TOKYO BLADE, SHIVA, TYGERS OF PAN TANG, PRAYING MANTIS.
Vinyl re-issue in black wax of the magnific 6th album from 1990 by this legendary Canadian Thrash Metal band, released after the acclaimed "Violent Restitution" and showcasing a more developed songwriting approach without sacrificing the aggression that had always defined the group. With Bob Reid fully established as frontman, RAZOR once again proved why it was one of the most feared and respected bands in the international Thrash Metal scene.
Its sound combines speed, violence and increasingly refined musicianship through razor-sharp riffing, crushing rhythms and relentless intensity. More mature and structured than some of the band's earliest releases, yet every bit as ferocious and uncompromising, the album represents one of the strongest chapters of its career and further cements RAZOR's place among the elite of Canadian Thrash Metal.
Recommended for fans of: SACRIFICE, INFERNÄL MÄJESTY, DARK ANGEL and DESTRUCTION.
Vinyl reissue with new cover art of the debut album from 1999 by this veteran Polish Brutal Death/ Grind band formed in 1994. Released during the peak years of Eastern Europe's extreme Metal explosion, "They Die for Nothing" established REINFECTION as one of the most savage and brutal acts to emerge from Poland, pushing speed, aggression and sheer brutality to the limit.
Its sound delivers a hyper-speed Brutal Death/ Grind assault built around frantic riffing, explosive drumming, ultra-guttural vocals and relentless intensity. Imagine a cross between CRYPTOPSY, DEAD INFECTION and DEVOURMENT, combining extreme speed, crushing brutality and remarkably tight execution. Raw, sick and utterly merciless, the album stands as a true display of old-school sonic extremity that barely gives the listener a moment to breathe.
Recommended for fans of: CRYPTOPSY, DEAD INFECTION, DEVOURMENT and REGURGITATE.
2023 compilation from this veteran Spanish Death Metal/ Grindcore band and an excellent opportunity to explore the entirety of its earliest recordings. "Perpetual Deviousness Vol. 1" gathers material recorded between 1991 and 2001, including the "Perpetual Penitence" demo (1991), "The Sadistic Deviousness..." demo (1993), an unreleased 1994 EP and the band's final recordings before its original demise in 2001.
Hailing from Asturias and later connected to projects such as GRUESOME STUFF RELISH, REPUGNANCE forged a style deeply rooted in the primitive Death Metal and Grindcore of the late 1980s and early 1990s. Throughout this collection, listeners can trace the evolution of a raw, filthy and uncompromising sound where Goregrind brutality, old-school Death Metal ugliness and a passion for horror and gore cinema collide. Far more than a simple compilation, "Perpetual Deviousness Vol. 1" stands as a historical document of one of the cult acts of the Spanish extreme underground.
Recommended for fans of: IMPETIGO, REGURGITATE, NECRONY, PUNGENT STENCH.
2025 compilation from this veteran Death Metal/ Grindcore band from Asturias, Spain, and the second installment of the "Perpetual Deviousness" series, dedicated to preserving and reissuing REPUGNANCE's complete recorded output from 1991 to 2001. While the first volume focused on the band's early demos, the unreleased 1994 EP and its final recordings, this second chapter gathers material taken from various EPs, splits, compilation appearances and rare recordings from the latter half of the 1990s and the early 2000s.
Across more than fifty minutes of music, listeners can trace the evolution of a band deeply rooted in primitive Death Metal and Grindcore. The collection includes material originally featured on releases such as the "Ghoulish" EP, tribute compilations and other hard-to-find recordings, providing a comprehensive overview of REPUGNANCE's gore-soaked, filthy and uncompromising underground sound. The band's historical importance is further enhanced by the involvement of musicians who would later become associated with cult acts such as GRUESOME STUFF RELISH.
Recommended for fans of: IMPETIGO, REGURGITATE, NECRONY, PUNGENT STENCH.
2nd album from 2025 by this veteran Spanish Heavy Metal band originally formed in Bilbao in 1984. More than four decades after its beginnings, SABOTAJE proves it is still going strong with a release that combines decades of experience with remarkable energy and freshness, further consolidating the comeback that began with "Santuario" in 2018.
Its sound is firmly rooted in traditional Heavy Metal sung in Spanish, driven by melodic riffing, strong choruses and a classic approach that connects directly with the finest traditions of Spanish Metal. Rather than relying on nostalgia, the album delivers a collection of solid and contemporary songs that demonstrate the band's enduring songwriting strength.
Recommended for fans of: BARÓN ROJO, PANZER, MURO and ZARPA.
Debut album from 1986 by this legendary Canadian Thrash Metal band, widely regarded as one of the cornerstones of the Canadian extreme Metal scene alongside acts such as RAZOR, INFERNÄL MÄJESTY and EXCITER. Raw, aggressive and utterly ferocious, the album captured SACRIFICE in its formative years as the band forged a particularly violent sound that helped define mid-'80s Canadian Thrash Metal.
Its sound combines the speed of Speed Metal with the primitive aggression of early Thrash Metal, driven by razor-sharp riffing, frantic rhythms and a dark, chaotic atmosphere. Wilder and more direct than the band's later releases, the album radiates youthful intensity and remains an essential reference point in the evolution of extreme Thrash Metal.
Recommended for fans of: RAZOR, INFERNÄL MÄJESTY, DARK ANGEL and SLAUGHTER. [Slipcase]
2nd album from 1988 by this Canadian Power/ Thrash Metal band, widely regarded by many fans as the finest and most ambitious release of its short career. Just one year after the debut, the band took a significant step forward, refining its sound into a more technical and sophisticated direction while retaining the aggression and energy that defined its roots.
Its music combines Power/ Thrash Metal with complex riffing, frequent tempo changes and highly skilled musicianship, placing it alongside the more technical and progressive side of late-'80s North American Metal. More mature and accomplished than its predecessor, the album has earned cult status among fans of technical Thrash and advanced US Metal.
Recommended for fans of: TOXIK, REALM, AGENT STEEL and LÄÄZ ROCKIT.
12th album from 1995 by this legendary British Heavy Metal band, and the first to feature guitarist Doug Scarratt, whose arrival injected fresh energy into a group undergoing a significant creative resurgence. Released after several years away from the spotlight, the album marked the beginning of one of the most consistent and respected periods of SAXON's career.
Its sound combines the power of classic Heavy Metal with a heavier and more modern production while retaining the strong melodies, epic choruses and unmistakable vocals of Biff Byford. Harder and more aggressive than many of the band's late-'80s releases, the album helped restore much of the credibility earned during the NWOBHM era and laid the foundation for the excellent records that followed.
Recommended for fans of: JUDAS PRIEST, ACCEPT, RUNNING WILD and DIO.
989 demo by this Polish Speed/ Black Metal band, presented here in a 2024 CD reissue compiling the complete known recordings of the group. In addition to the original "Deo Optimo Maximo" demo, this edition includes three rehearsal tracks from 1992 and eight rehearsal recordings from 1988, providing a comprehensive overview of one of the most obscure and overlooked acts from the early Polish extreme metal scene.
Their sound stands somewhere between savage Speed Metal and the primitive first wave of Black Metal, drawing clear inspiration from HELLHAMMER, CELTIC FROST, KAT and SODOM. Short, aggressive and raw songs packed with frantic riffing, harsh vocals and a genuinely underground atmosphere that perfectly captures the spirit of Eastern European extreme metal in its formative years. A true cult relic for devotees of ancient and uncompromising Black Metal.
Recommended for fans of: HELLHAMMER, CELTIC FROST, KAT and SODOM.
5th album from 2022 by this veteran Polish Technical Death Metal band, ending a 17-year gap since their previous studio release. With the return of vocalist Marcin Urbaś and most of the classic lineup, the band revived one of the most respected and distinctive careers in European technical metal.
Its sound preserves the band's trademark blend of Technical Death Metal, aggression and intricate songwriting, while also incorporating strong melodies and outstanding musicianship. A solid and convincing comeback that proves SCEPTIC still excels at crafting sophisticated, dynamic and highly distinctive Technical Death Metal.
Recommended for fans of: DECAPITATED, ATHEIST, PESTILENCE and SADIST. [Digipack]
10th album from 1988 by this legendary German Hard Rock band, released after the massive worldwide success of "Love at First Sting" and during the period when the group had firmly established itself as one of the biggest names in international Rock. Although often overshadowed by some of their most famous releases, it was another commercial success and kept SCORPIONS at the top of the scene during the final years of the decade.
Its sound blends melodic Hard Rock and Arena Rock with polished production, huge choruses and the unmistakable chemistry between guitarists Rudolf Schenker and Matthias Jabs, alongside Klaus Meine's powerful vocals. More focused on melody and accessibility than some of the band's early-'80s material, the album still showcases their remarkable ability to craft memorable songs without sacrificing identity or impact.
Recommended for fans of: WHITESNAKE, DEF LEPPARD, BON JOVI and EUROPE.
2nd album from 1998 by this influential Greek Death Metal band, presented here in a reissue featuring new cover artwork and 4 bonus tracks. Originally released during the band's most experimental period, the album represented a significant step forward from their debut, expanding their sound with richer atmospheres, more elaborate songwriting and a stronger individual identity.
Its music combines dark and melodic Death Metal with symphonic elements, atmospheric passages and lyrical themes rooted in mythology and occultism, foreshadowing many of the characteristics that would later define the band's signature style. An essential release for understanding the evolution of one of the most original and influential bands to emerge from the Greek metal scene.
Recommended for fans of: ROTTING CHRIST, MOONSPELL, TIAMAT and THERION. [Digipack]
14th album from 2024 by this veteran American Death Metal band led by Chris Barnes, released after the controversial "Nightmares of the Decomposed". With Jack Owen (ex-CANNIBAL CORPSE) now fully involved in the songwriting process, the album marked a significant return to form and showed a band rediscovering much of the intensity and focus that defined its strongest releases.
Its sound delivers direct, aggressive and highly energetic Death Metal, driven by sharp riffing, dynamic tempo shifts and a vocal performance that many listeners considered a clear improvement over its predecessor. The collaboration between Barnes and Owen proves particularly effective, resulting in a collection of hard-hitting songs that stands among the strongest releases of the band's later career.
Recommended for fans of: CANNIBAL CORPSE, DEICIDE, JUNGLE ROT and MONSTROSITY.
2nd album from 2021 by this Italian Thrash Metal band, originally formed in 2000. Interestingly, between 2002 and 2005 the group operated under the name INSANE, releasing one album before eventually returning to the SLAVES moniker. More than two decades after its formation, the band remains fully committed to the most aggressive and traditional side of Thrash Metal.
Its sound combines speed, violence and a completely old-school attitude, driven by razor-sharp riffing, frantic rhythms and an aggression that directly recalls the genre's golden years. Dark, savage and uncompromising, the album captures the spirit of primitive extreme Thrash with remarkable authenticity. If you're into SLAYER's "Hell Awaits", then you need to hear this.
Recommended for fans of: SLAYER, DARK ANGEL, SODOM and RAZOR. [Slipcase]
Vinyl version in green wax with red & white splatter and giant poster of the 2nd album from 2021 by this Italian Thrash Metal band, originally formed in 2000. Interestingly, between 2002 and 2005 the group operated under the name INSANE, releasing one album before eventually returning to the SLAVES moniker. More than two decades after its formation, the band remains fully committed to the most aggressive and traditional side of Thrash Metal.
Its sound combines speed, violence and a completely old-school attitude, driven by razor-sharp riffing, frantic rhythms and an aggression that directly recalls the genre's golden years. Dark, savage and uncompromising, the album captures the spirit of primitive extreme Thrash with remarkable authenticity. If you're into SLAYER's "Hell Awaits", then you need to hear this.
Recommended for fans of: SLAYER, DARK ANGEL, SODOM and RAZOR.
3rd album from 1986 by this legendary American Thrash Metal band, universally regarded as one of the most influential and important releases in the history of extreme Metal. Produced by Rick Rubin, it represented a massive leap forward in intensity, speed and brutality, setting new standards that would profoundly influence the development of Death Metal, Black Metal and the more aggressive side of Thrash Metal.
Its sound is a relentless assault of controlled violence, combining frantic riffing, devastating drumming, chaotic solos and Tom Araya's unmistakable vocal aggression. Compact, merciless and completely free of filler, the album contains some of the most iconic songs ever recorded by the band and remains essential listening for any fan of extreme Metal.
Recommended for fans of: DARK ANGEL, KREATOR, DESTRUCTION and SADUS.
2nd album from 1986 by this American band and the final studio release from a project that brought together German vocalist Lenny Wolf and guitarist Bruce Gowdy before both musicians moved on to new ventures. Following this album, Wolf returned to Germany and formed KINGDOM COME, while Gowdy went on to establish himself within the American Melodic Rock scene.
Musically, "Let Them Talk" leans further into a more melodic and accessible direction than its predecessor, blending Hard Rock, Melodic Rock and AOR with catchy hooks, prominent keyboards and a distinctly 1980s production style. Although it failed to achieve major commercial success at the time, it has since earned cult status among fans of melodic Hard Rock thanks to its strong songwriting, polished musicianship and Lenny Wolf's unmistakable vocal performance.
Recommended for fans of: KINGDOM COME, UNRULY CHILD, HOUSE OF LORDS, GIANT.
