Artist: METAL MASSACRE [METALLICA/ RATT/ STEELER/ MALICE a.o.]
Album: VOL. 1 RED VINYL REISSUE (LP)

Release date: 22.04.2022
EAN/UPS: 039840010016
Media type: LP

Marking its 40th anniversary this year, METAL BLADE RECORDS is proud to present its debut release, Metal Massacre Volume One, for the first time since 1984 on limited-edition vinyl. Originally released on June 14, 1982, Metal Massacre showcased the best of Los Angeles' unsigned acts of the time such as METALLICA, RATT and MALICE, and has since become a cornerstone of METAL BLADE RECORDS. This special release will be available worldwide on April 22nd, 2022. The 40th anniversary reissue track list includes all songs originally featured on the first and second pressing of the iconic compilation. Founded by Brian Slagel, this special re-issue marks the first of many METAL BLADE RECORDS activities happening across the world to celebrate the labels 40th year as a pioneer and champion of heavy music.

SIDE ONE:

1 - STEELER - "COLD DAY IN HELL"
2 - BITCH - "LIVE FOR THE WHIP"
3 - MALICE - "CAPTIVE OF LIGHT"
4 - RATT - "TELL THE WORLD"
5 - AVATAR - "OCTAVE"

SIDE TWO:

1 - BLACK 'N BLUE - "CHAINS AROUND HEAVEN"
2 - CIRITH UNGOL - "DEATH OF THE SUN"
3 - DEMON FLIGHT - "DEAD OF THE NIGHT"
4 - PANDEMONIUM - "FIGHTING BACKWARDS"
5 - MALICE - "KICK YOU DOWN"
6 - METALLICA - "HIT THE LIGHTS"