Vinyl version of the 2nd album from 2017 by this Swedish Thrash Metal band, confirming the huge potential displayed on their acclaimed debut and firmly establishing them as one of the strongest acts of the new European Thrash generation. Remaining faithful to the spirit of the 1980s, the band avoids modern trends and delivers an authentic, aggressive and uncompromising old-school approach.
Their sound is built around fast, violent Thrash Metal packed with razor-sharp riffs, outstanding musicianship and relentless energy from start to finish. Without relying on Black Metal, Crossover or Crust influences, the band focuses on pure, rabid Thrash, constantly evoking the genre's classic era while maintaining a distinct identity of its own.
Recommended for fans of: DESTRUCTION, KREATOR, DARK ANGEL and NEKROMANTHEON.
Vinyl version with gatefold cover of the 2nd album from 2013 by this acclaimed Dutch Death Metal band from Amersfoort. Released only one year after its debut "Malevolence", the album established BODYFARM as one of the strongest representatives of the new generation of European Death Metal, consolidating a style deeply rooted in old-school traditions while benefiting from modern production and musicianship.
Its sound combines the power of early-'90s Swedish Death Metal with the aggression of the Dutch school, driven by memorable riffing, numerous tempo changes and a dark, war-inspired atmosphere. More mature and accomplished than its predecessor, the album stands out for its balance of speed, heaviness and memorable songwriting, proving that BODYFARM was far more than just another Stockholm-inspired act.
Recommended for fans of: ASPHYX, BOLT THROWER, GRAVE and HAIL OF BULLETS.
Vinyl version with double poster of the 8th album from 2002 by this legendary American Death Metal band, released at a time when CANNIBAL CORPSE had already established itself as one of the genre's most important institutions. Building upon the foundation laid by "Bloodthirst", the band further refined its balance of brutality, technical precision and sheer heaviness, resulting in one of the strongest releases of the Corpsegrinder era.
Its sound combines crushing riffs, flawless musicianship and relentless intensity that rarely gives the listener a moment to breathe. Sharper and more aggressive than some of its predecessors, the album finds the band performing at a remarkably high level and further strengthens its reputation as one of the most consistent and dependable acts in Death Metal history.
Recommended for fans of: SUFFOCATION, MONSTROSITY, MALEVOLENT CREATION and DEICIDE.
Vinyl re-issue in 2-LP with gatefold cover and OBI of the 1st album from '93 by this swedish band that played a Death/ Thrash with influences in the vein of DEATH, SEPULTURA, PESTILENCE, ENTOMBED...
Vinyl re-issue in black wax with poster of the debut album from 1987 by this legendary German Thrash Metal band from Essen, regarded as one of the pioneering acts of the Teutonic Thrash explosion alongside bands such as KREATOR, SODOM and DESTRUCTION. After an intense period in the underground demo scene, the band delivered a full-length debut that perfectly captured the aggression and energy of the first generation of German Thrash Metal.
Its sound combines speed, rawness and a completely unhinged attitude through razor-sharp riffing, frantic rhythms and a rough production that perfectly suits the album's savage nature. Less technical than the band's later releases but overflowing with intensity and underground spirit, the album has become one of the cult classics of 1980s German Thrash Metal.
Recommended for fans of: DESTRUCTION, ASSASSIN, VECTOM and VIOLENT FORCE.
Vinyl re-issue in green & blue wax with red splatter and poster of the 2nd album from 1987 by the German EXUMER, one of the most respected cult bands of European Thrash Metal. “Rising From the Sea” showed a clear progression from the band's debut, featuring more developed songwriting and a stronger production while retaining the speed, aggression and energy that defined its sound.
Combining razor-sharp riffs, power and attitude, the album cemented EXUMER's position as one of the most interesting acts of the 1980s German Thrash Metal scene. Regarded by many fans as one of the genre's great hidden classics, it remains as powerful and relevant today as it was upon its original release.
Recommended for fans of DESTRUCTION, SODOM, KREATOR and EXODUS.
Vinyl version with poster of the debut album from 2022 by this Czech Thrash/ Speed Metal band, one of the most exciting newcomers to emerge from the recent old-school metal revival. Although the band is relatively new, their sound and attitude feel as if they were transported directly from the second half of the 1980s, showing a clear devotion to the genre's roots.
Rather than relying solely on nostalgia, the album delivers aggressive and energetic Thrash/ Speed Metal enriched with touches of Crossover and even Crust, giving the band a distinctive identity within a classic framework. Sharp riffs, relentless speed and a completely unhinged attitude make this release both original and devastatingly effective.
Recommended for fans of: EXCITER, RAZOR, VENOM and AGENT STEEL.
Vinyl version with gatefold cover of the 3rd album from 2015 by this international Death Metal project featuring genre legends such as Kam Lee (MASSACRE, DEATH), Rogga Johansson (PAGANIZER, REVOLTING, RIBSPREADER) and Håkan Stuvemark (WOMBBATH). Released just one year after "The Lupine Anathema", the album further expands the gothic horror and classic terror concepts that have defined THE GROTESQUERY since its inception.
Its sound combines old-school Death Metal with macabre atmospheres and strong classic horror influences, driven by heavy riffing, dark melodies and Kam Lee's unmistakable vocal performance. Darker and more cinematic than many contemporary Death Metal releases, the album achieves an excellent balance between brutality, atmosphere and storytelling, immersing the listener in a world of monsters, curses and tales from beyond the grave.
Recommended for fans of: MASSACRE, AUTOPSY, ASPHYX and DEATH.
Vinyl version with gatefold cover of the 3rd album from 2024 by this outstanding Faroese Doom/ Death Metal band, released six years after the acclaimed "Támsins likam". Inspired by the real-life whaling tragedy that struck the Faroe Islands in 1915, when fourteen men lost their lives during a storm, the album unfolds a deeply emotional story filled with grief, despair and human resilience.
Its sound blends Death/ Doom Metal, melancholic atmospheres and profound emotional depth, driven by the remarkable performance of vocalist Jón Aldará, whose seamless transitions between clean singing and growls add tremendous expressive power. More epic, dynamic and ambitious than its predecessors, the album incorporates atmospheric, folk and cinematic elements, resulting in one of the most moving and distinctive Doom Metal releases of recent years.
Recommended for fans of: SWALLOW THE SUN, DRACONIAN, OCTOBER TIDE and MOURNING BELOVETH.
Vinyl re-issue in 2-LP with gatefold cover of the debut album from 1987 by this American Thrash Metal band from Connecticut, better known by its initials I.N.C. (Indestructible Noise Command). Although the band never achieved the recognition of the genre's biggest names, this release has gradually become a genuine cult classic among fans of underground American Thrash thanks to its strong identity and surprisingly advanced songwriting for a debut effort.
Its sound blends aggressive and technical Thrash Metal with complex song structures, frequent tempo changes and particularly sophisticated guitar work. More ambitious than most debut albums of its era, it stands out for its extended compositions, memorable riffing and outstanding musicianship, occupying a space somewhere between classic East Coast Thrash and the more technical and progressive tendencies that were beginning to emerge in the late 1980s.
Recommended for fans of: TOXIK, NUCLEAR ASSAULT, WARGASM and LÄÄZ ROCKIT.
Vinyl reissue with gatefold sleeve and silver-stamped logo, which goes inside another sleeve with a photo of the band, of the 5th album from 1999 by these legendary Norwegian Black Metal masters, widely regarded by many fans as IMMORTAL's definitive masterpiece. Released after "Blizzard Beasts", the album marked a major turning point in the band's evolution, becoming the first release without Demonaz on guitar due to his tendinitis problems, with Abbath taking over guitar duties and steering the music toward a more epic and refined direction.
Its sound preserves IMMORTAL's trademark frozen and majestic Black Metal atmosphere while incorporating stronger Thrash Metal influences and a much greater emphasis on memorable riffing. The result is a collection of lengthy, epic compositions driven by outstanding songwriting and enhanced by Peter Tägtgren's clear yet powerful production. Dark, cold and majestic, the album stands as one of the undisputed masterpieces of 1990s Black Metal.
Recommended for fans of: ENSLAVED, EMPEROR, DISSECTION and SATYRICON.
2024 compilation by this legendary Italian Thrash Metal band from Catania, Sicily, gathering in full the band's first two demos: "Live into the Crematorium" (1986) and "Mass Genocide" (1987). Active between 1986 and 1990, INCINERATOR belonged to the first generation of Italian Thrash Metal, developing a ferocious underground sound that has since become a genuine cult treasure among collectors of the genre.
The release compiles all 4 tracks from the "Live into the Crematorium" demo and the 6 tracks from "Mass Genocide", providing a complete overview of the band's early development. Its sound combines mid-'80s aggressive Thrash Metal with Hardcore influences, sharp riffing, frequent tempo changes and the raw, uncontrolled attitude typical of the European underground scene of the era. Savage, fast and uncompromising, this compilation rescues two essential documents from the early history of extreme Italian Thrash Metal.
Recommended for fans of: SCHIZO, NECRODEATH, BULLDOZER and MORTAL SIN.
Vinyl version in 2-LP with gatefold cover of the 12th album from 2007 by this legendary Danish band led by the unmistakable King Diamond, and the most recent studio album released to date. Staying true to the tradition of the conceptual horror stories that have defined much of his career, the album unfolds a dark supernatural tale centred around souls trapped between the world of the living and the afterlife, proving that King Diamond's storytelling abilities remained as compelling as ever.
Its sound blends traditional Heavy Metal, Power Metal and progressive elements with the band's trademark theatrical and cinematic atmosphere. Memorable riffs, carefully crafted tempo changes, intricate guitar harmonies and King Diamond's extraordinary vocal performance result in an intense, dark and immersive work that stands among the strongest releases of his later career.
Recommended for fans of: MERCYFUL FATE, SAVATAGE, NEVERMORE and CANDLEMASS.
Vinyl version of the debut album from 2022 by this young yet devastating Canadian Death Metal band from Ontario. Following the attention generated by its 2021 demo, LAST RETCH made its full-length debut with a crushing statement of intent, delivering primitive, heavy and uncompromising Death Metal deeply rooted in the darkest and filthiest sounds of the early 1990s.
Its sound combines old-school Death Metal brutality with a dense and crushing production, heavy riffing, cavernous vocals and a sick atmosphere reminiscent of the genre's most savage early recordings. Direct, filthy and free from modern gimmicks, the album focuses entirely on raw aggression, delivering a compact collection of songs that hit with relentless force from start to finish.
Recommended for fans of: AUTOPSY, OBITUARY, MASSACRE and CARNAGE.
Vinyl re-issue of the debut album from 1988 by this Dutch Speed/ Thrash Metal band formed from the ashes of MYSTO DYSTO. Widely regarded as one of the hidden gems of late-'80s European Metal, the album showcased a band with a distinctive identity and a level of technical skill that set it apart from many of its contemporaries.
Its sound blends Speed/ Thrash Metal with rich guitar harmonies, strong melodic sensibilities and impressive musicianship. Fast, sharp and highly dynamic, the album sits somewhere between the aggression of late-'80s German Thrash and the melodic approach found in many European Metal bands of the era, resulting in an intense and sophisticated collection of songs that has earned cult status among underground Metal enthusiasts.
Recommended for fans of: DEATHROW, S.D.I., ASSASSIN and early RAGE.
Vinyl version in silver wax with triple gatefold of the 7th album from 2024 by this veteran Swiss Death/ Thrash Metal band and one of the pioneering forces of the European extreme Metal scene. Released four years after "Fracmont", the album confirms the outstanding form of a band that, after decades of existence, continues to preserve the identity and creativity that made it a cult name within the underground Metal world.
Its sound blends Death/ Thrash Metal with dark riffing, dynamic structures and flawless musicianship, maintaining the balance of aggression, technique and atmosphere that has always defined MESSIAH. Heavy, intense and deeply rooted in the old-school tradition, the album manages to sound both classic and contemporary, proving that the band remains a significant force within European extreme Metal.
Recommended for fans of: PESTILENCE, POSSESSED, DEATH, PROTECTOR and MASSACRA.
Vinyl re-issue of the debut album from 1990 by this legendary and utterly unclassifiable American Death Metal/ Grindcore band from Arizona. Led by the charismatic Lori Bravo, one of the earliest female frontwomen in extreme Metal, NUCLEAR DEATH created a truly unique sound within the late-'80s and early-'90s underground scene, combining brutality, madness and a completely singular artistic vision.
Its sound blends primitive Death Metal, Grindcore, extreme Thrash and a sick, surreal atmosphere that defies easy categorization. Chaotic, disturbing and far ahead of its time, the album alternates bursts of ultrafast violence with bizarre and twisted passages, resulting in a cult classic that remains as extreme and unhinged today as it was upon its original release.
Recommended for fans of: REPULSION, IMPETIGO, AUTOPSY and DECEASED.
Vinyl version of the 2nd album from 2016 by this veteran Swedish Crust Punk/ D-Beat band featuring musicians deeply rooted in the Scandinavian underground scene. Released four years after "The Black Flag Hoisted", the album further established PARASIT as one of the strongest names in contemporary Swedish Crust Punk, maintaining its uncompromising attitude and commitment to the genre's core values.
Its sound blends Crust Punk, D-Beat and Hardcore Punk through abrasive riffing, relentless rhythms and explosive energy rooted in the classic Scandinavian tradition of the 1980s and 1990s. Raw, fast and uncompromising, the album delivers a fierce dose of anger, social criticism and street-level aggression through direct and hard-hitting songs that perfectly capture the spirit of Swedish extreme Punk.
Recommended for fans of: ANTI CIMEX, DISCHARGE, WOLFPACK and DISFEAR.
Vinyl version in 2-LP with gatefold cover and 4-pag. booklet of the 6th album from 2024 by this acclaimed Swedish Heavy Metal band, further cementing a career that has established it as one of the most respected names in the contemporary traditional Metal scene. Released three years after "At One with None", it also marks the band's first concept album, telling a dark story set in 17th-century Sweden and inspired by occultism, superstition and pacts with dark forces.
Its sound retains the band's trademark blend of classic Heavy Metal, Epic Metal and the dark influences of MERCYFUL FATE and KING DIAMOND, while introducing a greater compositional scope and increased variety. Sharp riffing, theatrical atmospheres, outstanding guitar harmonies and a strong sense of identity make this one of the most ambitious and accomplished releases in the band's catalogue.
Recommended for fans of: MERCYFUL FATE, KING DIAMOND, ATTIC and IRON MAIDEN.
LP + 7"EP transparent silver splatter vinyl reissue with poster of the 1987 debut EP by this legendary German Death/ Thrash Metal band. Released one year before the classic debut album "Golem", these recordings capture PROTECTOR at its most primitive and savage stage, later becoming an essential reference point in late-'80s European extreme Metal. The included 7"EP features the 2 tracks from the band's 1986 demo "Protector of Death".
Its sound combines the violence of savage Teutonic Thrash with strong proto-Death Metal elements, driven by razor-sharp riffing, frantic rhythms, harsh vocals and a dark, chaotic atmosphere. Raw, fast and devastating for its time, this release perfectly captures the ferocity of a band that helped push European underground Metal into increasingly extreme territory.
Recommended for fans of: SODOM, MASSACRA, POSSESSED and MESSIAH.
![PROTECTOR - Misanthropy [MLP+7EP]](covers/protector_misanthropy.jpg "PROTECTOR - Misanthropy [MLP+7EP]")
