Metal Church

Metal Church

Metal Church

€ 27,95
  • LP
Label
Music On Vinyl, Elektra
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Description

Metal Church's self-titled debut album from 1984 is a milestone in American heavy metal. The record laid the foundation for the band's unique sound, a blend of traditional metal and emerging thrash metal. With David Wayne's distinctive high vocals and Kurdt Vanderhoof's tight guitar work, the album quickly grew into a classic. Tracks such as the epic opener "Beyond The Black," "Gods Of Wrath," and the energetic Deep Purple cover "Highway Star" define the sound. This album marks the start of an influential career.

Musically, the album is characterized by a mix of traditional heavy metal and the speed of early thrash metal. The sound is also often described as US power metal, with influences reminiscent of Judas Priest's guitar work and the aggression of early Metallica.

Tracklist

A

  • 1.Beyond The Black06:21
  • 2.Metal Church05:00
  • 3.Merciless Onslaught02:55
  • 4.God Of Wrath06:42

B

  • 1.Hitman04:31
  • 2.In The Blood03:30
  • 3.[My Favourite] Nightmare03:10
  • 4.Battalions04:54
  • 5.Highway Star04:37

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