SANCTUARY - REFUGE DENIED 12" Vinyl LP Album

- Dave Mustaine Guitars on the song "White Rabbit"

"Sanctuary: Refuge Denied" marks the debut of the band on its 12" Vinyl LP Album, a significant chapter in their musical journey. Released under the watchful production eye of David Mustaine from Megadeth, this album introduces Warrel Dane's distinctive and exceptionally high-pitched vocals. "Refuge Denied" stands as a unique fusion of vocal artistry and Mustaine's production prowess, representing a moment in time when Sanctuary's musical narrative first echoed through the metal realm.

 

SANCTUARY - Refuge Denied Dave Mustaine 12" Vinyl LP Album
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"Refuge Denied," Album Description:

Sanctuary's debut album, "Refuge Denied," was released in 1987 on Epic Records. The album was produced by Dave Mustaine, the founder and lead guitarist of the thrash metal band Megadeth. The album features a unique blend of heavy metal and power metal, with soaring vocals and intricate guitar riffs.

"Refuge Denied" features nine tracks, including the singles "Battle Angels" and "Die for My Sins". The album showcases the powerful vocals of frontman Warrel Dane, who was known for his ability to hit high notes and sing in a range of styles. The album also features the guitar talents of Lenny Rutledge and Sean Blosl, who provide intricate and melodic riffs.

The lyrics on "Refuge Denied" deal with a range of topics, including war, religion, and politics. The track "Soldiers of Steel" is a tribute to the soldiers who fought in World War II, with lyrics such as "Their lives were taken / So we could live free / We owe them more than we could ever pay". The track "Future Tense" deals with the topic of nuclear war, with lyrics such as "As we march closer and closer to the end / The fear inside of us grows".

Dave Mustaine did in fact perform on the Sanctuary track "White Rabbit" from the album "Refuge Denied". He played guitar on the song, and his presence on the album helped to attract attention to the band and the album. Mustaine's involvement with Sanctuary was a testament to his reputation as a talented musician and producer in the metal community, and his contributions to the album helped to shape its sound and style.

"Refuge Denied" has become a classic of the power metal genre and has been praised by fans and critics alike. The album's unique blend of heavy metal and power metal, combined with Dane's powerful vocals and Mustaine's production skills, have cemented its place in the history of metal. The album also helped to launch the careers of Rutledge and Blosl, who went on to form the band Nevermore.

The track "White Rabbit" is a cover version of a Jefferson Airplane song and Dave Mustaine performed the guitar solo on it.

White Rabbit Covered by Sanctuary:

Music Genre:

  Heavy Metal

Album  Production information:

The album: "Refuge Denied" was produced by: Megadeth vocalist and guitarist, Dave Mustaine.

Dave Mustaine  ( full-name: David Scott Mustaine ) born 1961 in La Mesa, California. He is the co-founder, lead vocalist, and lead guitarist of the heavy metal band Megadeth, which was formed in 1983. Mustaine is widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians in the thrash metal genre and is considered a pioneer of the American thrash metal scene.

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Mustaine was originally a member of the band Metallica , but he was eventually fired from the band due to personal and musical differences. He went on to form Megadeth , which became one of the "big four" of the thrash metal genre along with Metallica , Slayer , and Anthrax .

Throughout his career, Mustaine has been recognized for his musical abilities and innovative style, and he has been awarded numerous accolades and awards, including several Grammy nominations. He is known for his fast and complex guitar playing, as well as his powerful vocals and distinctive songwriting.

In addition to his work with Megadeth, Mustaine has been involved in various other musical projects and has collaborated with a number of other musicians. He is also a published author and has been involved in various business ventures and charitable causes throughout his career.

Don Grierson - Executive Producer

Mike Amstadt - Sound Engineer (assistent)

Paul Lani - Producer , Sound Mix

Terry Date - Sound Engineer,

Terry Date is an American Music producer and sound recording engineer, specializing in the rock genres, specially heavy metal.

He was born on 10 November 1954, and grew up in the Pacific Northwest. Date began his musical career in the 1970s as a recording engineer, working on albums by a number of well-known artists in the rock and heavy metal scenes.

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He is known for his distinctive production style, which combines powerful, heavy guitar sounds with dynamic, punchy drums and clear, clean vocals. Date has been recognized as an influential figure in the heavy metal and hard rock communities, and his work has been widely praised for its impact on the sound of modern metal music.

He is well known for his work with Overkill , Metal Church , Slipknot, Pantera, Soulfly, White Zombie, Deftones, Dark Angel , Dream Theater, Slayer , Soundgarden and Limp Bizkit.

Ed Repka - Cover Art

Ed Repka: Master of Metal Art. Discover the twisted genius behind Megadeth's Vic Rattlehead, Death's iconic covers, and more. Biography + career deep-dive

Lynn DeBon - Photography

 

Record Label Information:

  EPIC EPC 460811

Album Packaging:

This album "Refuge Denied" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by Sanctuary  

Media Format:

  12" Vinyl Stereo Full-Length Long-Play  Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+LP) weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

  1987 Made in Holland

Band Members and Musicians on: Sanctuary Refuge Denied
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Warrel Dane - vocals
  • Lenny Rutledge - guitar
  • Sean Blosl - guitar
  • Jim Sheppard - bass
  • Dave Budbill - drums
  • Dave Mustaine - guitar solo on "White Rabbit", backing vocals
The Songs/tracks on "Refuge Denied" are :

 

Front Cover Photo Of SANCTUARY - Refuge Denied Dave Mustaine 12" Vinyl LP Album

Album front cover

SANCTUARY - Refuge Denied Dave Mustaine 12" Vinyl LP Album
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 Note: The photos on this page are taken from albums in my personal collection. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash. Images can be zoomed in/out ( eg pinch with your fingers on a tablet or smartphone ).

Photo Of The Back Cover 12" Vinyl LP Album

 

SANCTUARY - Refuge Denied Dave Mustaine 12" Vinyl LP Album
 back cover

First Photo Of Custom Inner Sleeve 12" Vinyl LP Album

 

SANCTUARY - Refuge Denied Dave Mustaine 12" Vinyl LP Album
 custom inner sleeve

Close up of Side One record's label 12" Vinyl LP Album

"Refuge Denied by Sanctuary" Record Label Details: EPIC EPC 460811 ℗ 1987 CBS Records Sound Copyright

"Refuge Denied by Sanctuary" Record Label Details: EPIC EPC 460811 ℗ 1987 CBS Records Sound Copyright
 
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