On this day September 5, 1987, the third studio album by Armored Saint, Raising Fear, was released. The band recorded this album as a four‑piece after guitarist Phil Sandoval had stepped away. The record features sharp riffs, soaring vocals, and a dynamic mix of aggression and melody that defined their heavy metal identity.
Tracks such as the title cut, Chemical Euphoria, and Isolation showcase both rapid intensity and emotional undercurrents. The album closed out their Chrysalis era before the band moved on to later works. Though it did not generate major commercial hits, Raising Fear earned respect within the metal community and is remembered for its bold songwriting and raw powerful delivery.
80s insight: Raising Fear confirmed that heavy metal in the late 80s could deliver both thunderous energy and melodic soul, leaving a lasting mark in a rapidly changing music scene.
Tracks such as the title cut, Chemical Euphoria, and Isolation showcase both rapid intensity and emotional undercurrents. The album closed out their Chrysalis era before the band moved on to later works. Though it did not generate major commercial hits, Raising Fear earned respect within the metal community and is remembered for its bold songwriting and raw powerful delivery.
80s insight: Raising Fear confirmed that heavy metal in the late 80s could deliver both thunderous energy and melodic soul, leaving a lasting mark in a rapidly changing music scene.
