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  1. Pete

    See You in Hell (1983)

    Title: See You in Hell Artist: Grim Reaper Genre: No Genre Specified Released: 1983 Tracks: 1 - See You in Hell - 2 - Dead on Arrival - 3 - Liar - 4 - Wrath of the Ripper - 5 - Now or Never - 6 - Run for Your Life - 7 - The Show Must Go On - 8 - All Hell Let Loose -...
  2. Pete

    Metallica Rekeased Their Second Album “Ride the Lightning” Today July, 27, 1984

    On July 27, 1984, Metallica released their groundbreaking second album, “Ride the Lightning.” This album marked a significant evolution in the band’s sound, showcasing their technical prowess and complex compositions. It climbed to #48 on the Billboard charts and has since sold over 6 million...
  3. Pete

    Today July 25, 1983 - Metallica Released Their Debut Album “Kill ’Em All”

    On July 25, 1983, Metallica released their debut album “Kill ’Em All,” marking a significant moment in the history of heavy metal music. The album, which features tracks that would become classics in the genre, made its way to #120 on the Billboard charts. “Kill ’Em All” went on to sell over 3...
  4. Pete

    80s Metal Saturdays 07/20/25: Venom's At War With Satan

    At War with Satan by Venom For this week's '80s Metal Saturdays, let's dive into Venom's groundbreaking third album, "At War with Satan". Released in April 1984, this album is a monumental piece in the evolution of extreme metal. Venom, known for their raw and aggressive style, pushed the...
  5. Pete

    80s Metal Saturday 07/06/24: A Deep Dive into Mötley Crüe's "Too Fast for Love"

    Welcome to another installment of 80s Metal Saturday! Today, we're cranking up the volume and diving deep into the iconic debut album by Mötley Crüe, "Too Fast for Love." Released on November 10, 1981, this album laid the groundwork for the band's explosive career and became a cornerstone of the...
  6. Pete

    Released Today July 5, 1988: Slayer's “South of Heaven”

    On July 5, 1988, the influential thrash metal band Slayer released their fourth studio album, “South of Heaven.” This album marked a slight departure from their previous work, incorporating slower tempos and more melodic elements while maintaining their aggressive sound. “South of Heaven”...
  7. Pete

    80s Metal Saturdays 06/29/24: Honoring Slayer's Show No Mercy

    Welcome to another edition of 80s Metal Saturdays! Today, we’re diving into the ferocious debut album that set the stage for one of the most influential bands in thrash metal: Slayer’s "Show No Mercy." Released on December 3, 1983, "Show No Mercy" introduced the world to Slayer's raw and...
  8. Pete

    80s Metal Saturdays 06/22/24: Spotlight on The Number of the Beast by Iron Maiden

    Welcome to another 80s Metal Saturday! Today, we're diving into one of the most iconic metal albums of all time: Iron Maiden's The Number of the Beast. Released on March 22, 1982, The Number of the Beast was Iron Maiden's third studio album and marked a significant turning point for the band...
  9. Pete

    80s Metal Saturdays 06/15/2024: Slayer’s “Show No Mercy”

    Let’s talk about an album that laid the groundwork for thrash metal and left an indelible mark on the genre—Slayer’s “Show No Mercy.” Released in December 1983, this debut album was raw, aggressive, and unapologetically fast. Tracks like “Evil Has No Boundaries” and “The Antichrist” showcased...
  10. Pete

    In Battle There Is No Law (1988)

    Title: In Battle There Is No Law Artist: Bolt Thrower Genre: Death Metal Released: 1988 Tracks: 1 - In Battle There Is No Law - 2 - Challenge for Power - 3 - Forgotten Existence - 4 - Denial of Destiny - 5 - Concession of Pain - 6 - Attack in the Aftermath - 7 - Psychological...
  11. Pete

    Suicidal Tendencies (1983)

    Title: Suicidal Tendencies Artist: Suicidal Tendencies Genre: Thrash Metal Released: 1983 Tracks: 1 - Suicide's an Alternative / You'll Be Sorry - 2 - Two Sided Politics - 3 - I Shot the Devil - 4 - Subliminal - 5 - Won't Fall in Love Today - 6 - Institutionalized - 7 -...
  12. Pete

    80s Metal Saturdays 05/08/2024: Spotlight on "Blackout" by Scorpions

    Welcome to another electrifying edition of 80s Metal Saturdays! Today, we're diving into the iconic album "Blackout" by the legendary German rock band Scorpions. Released on March 29, 1982, "Blackout" is often hailed as one of the Scorpions' finest works and a quintessential album of the 80s...
  13. Pete

    Battle Hymns (1982)

    Title: Battle Hymns Artist: Manowar Genre: Heavy Metal Released: 1982 Tracks: 1 - Death Tone - 2 - Metal Daze - 3 - Fast Taker - 4 - Shell Shock - 5 - Manowar - 6 - Dark Avenger - 7 - William's Tale - 8 - Battle Hymn - Overview: Battle Hymns is the debut album of the...
  14. Pete

    Another Perfect Day (1983)

    Title: Another Perfect Day Artist: Motörhead Genre: Speed Metal Released: 1983 Tracks: 1 - Back at the Funny Farm - 2 - Shine - 3 - Dancing on Your Grave - 4 - Rock It - 5 - One Track Mind - 6 - Another Perfect Day - 7 - Marching Off to War - 8 - I Got Mine - 9 - Tales of...
  15. Pete

    80s Metal Saturday 06/01/24 : “Shout at the Devil” by Mötley Crüe

    Welcome to another edition of 80s Metal Saturday! This week, we're cranking up the volume and diving into the raw power of Mötley Crüe's legendary album, "Shout at the Devil." Released on September 26, 1983, "Shout at the Devil" is Mötley Crüe's second studio album and a defining record of the...
  16. Pete

    80s Metal Saturdays 5/25/2024: Spotlight on “Mob Rules” by Black Sabbath

    Welcome to another edition of 80s Metal Saturdays! Today, we're diving into Black Sabbath's iconic 1981 album, "Mob Rules." This masterpiece marked the second studio album featuring the legendary Ronnie James Dio on vocals, following the highly acclaimed "Heaven and Hell." "Mob Rules" is a...
  17. Pete

    Master of Puppets (1986)

    Title: Master of Puppets Artist: Metallica Genre: Thrash Metal Released: 1986 Tracks: 1 - Battery - 5:11 2 - Master of Puppets - 8:38 3 - The Thing That Should Not Be - 6:39 4 - Welcome Home (Sanitarium) - 6:27 5 - Disposable Heroes - 8:21 6 - Leper Messiah - 5:42 7 - Orion - 8:27...
  18. Pete

    Eye for an Eye (1984)

    Title: Eye for an Eye Artist: Corrosion of Conformity Genre: Sludge Metal Released: 1984 Tracks: 1 - Tell Me - 3:27 2 - Minds Are Controlled - 1:35 3 - Indifferent - 1:17 4 - Broken Will - 1:33 5 - Rabid Dogs - 0:40 6 - L.S. - 2:14 7 - RedneKKK - 1:18 8 - Coexist - 2:50 9 -...
  19. Pete

    Ride the Lightning (1984)

    Title: Ride the Lightning Artist: Metallica Genre: Thrash Metal Released: 1984 Tracks: 1 - Fight Fire With Fire - 4:45 2 - Ride the Lightning - 6:37 3 - For Whom the Bell Tolls - 5:11 4 - Fade to Black - 6:54 5 - Trapped Under Ice - 4:04 6 - Escape - 4:24 7 - Creeping Death - 6:36...
  20. Pete

    Kill 'em All (1983)

    Title: Kill 'em All Artist: Metallica Genre: Thrash Metal Released: 1983 Tracks: 1 - Hit the Lights - 4:17 2 - The Four Horsemen - 7:13 3 - Motorbreath - 3:08 4 - Jump in the Fire - 4:41 5 - (Anesthesia)-Pulling Teeth - 4:14 6 - Whiplash - 4:09 7 - Phantom Lord - 5:01 8 - No...
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