SCAVENGER's lone album, "Battlefields," is a Belgian Heavy Metal gem released on Mausoleum Skull Records. A 12" LP encapsulates the band's sonic prowess, offering a journey through mythical and historical realms. With thunderous drums and searing guitar solos, the album stands as a timeless testament to the pure essence of European Heavy Metal, preserving the spirit of an era when vinyl reigned supreme.
In the world of Belgian Heavy Metal history, one finds a remarkable relic, a sonic testament to the prowess of a band known as SCAVENGER. This article delves into the depths of their musical legacy, focusing on their singular offering, "Battlefields," an opus encapsulated in the grooves of a 12" LP on Mausoleum Skull Records.
Originating from the heart of Belgium, SCAVENGER etched their mark on the Heavy Metal landscape with a singular album that stands as their magnum opus. "Battlefields," the band's debut and sole release, emerged as a resonating force in the metal scene.
Released under the aegis of Mausoleum Skull Records, a label renowned for its commitment to the darker realms of musical expression, the album embodies the essence of Belgian Heavy Metal. The record, ensconced in the warm embrace of a 12" LP, serves as both a relic of the past and a timeless testament to the band's artistry.
The sonic tapestry woven by SCAVENGER within the confines of "Battlefields" is one of raw energy, intricate guitar work, and anthemic melodies. The album, like a journey through the hallowed battlefields of metal, unfolds its tales with each track, showcasing the band's musical dexterity.
In the European tradition of metal storytelling, SCAVENGER's lyrics delve into themes both mythical and historical. From the battle-scarred landscapes of ancient lore to contemporary reflections on the human condition, the band weaves a narrative that transcends time and space.
The distinctive characteristics of the Belgian Heavy Metal sound are manifested in SCAVENGER's musical compositions. The thundering drums, the driving basslines, and the searing guitar solos coalesce to form a sonic amalgamation that reverberates with the spirit of Heavy Metal in its purest form.
Music Genre:Heavy Metal |
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Album Production Information: The album: "SCAVENGER - Battlefields (Belgium, Mausoleum Skull records)" was produced by: Ward Kuczynski , Marc Herremans Executive Producers: Alfie Falkenbach , Stonne Holmgren (both also produced " FN Guns Nightmare " album) I always clock his name when I spot the Mausoleum logo in the wild: the guy didn’t just push metal forward from the office chair, he even stepped up front as the singer of Blues Karloff (vocals, 2014-2016). Read more... Alfie Falckenbach, was a Belgian music producer and entrepreneur who helped wire the European heavy metal underground into something that could actually be heard outside its own rehearsal room. In 1982 he founded Mausoleum Records, the Belgian label that became a major launchpad for hard rock and metal across Europe, and he later built the wider Music Avenue universe, including Blues Boulevard for the blues side of his musical brain. I think of him as a rare breed: the businessman who still understood the sweat, the riffs, and the messy human part of making records, which is probably why he also performed as the frontman of Blues Karloff (vocals, 2014-2016). He died on March 1, 2016 after a long illness. I file him under “quiet architects”: the kind of person who doesn’t need a guitar solo to change the scene, because co-founding Mausoleum Records meant helping give Belgian heavy metal an actual launch ramp. Read more... Stonne Holmgren, was co-founder of the Belgian record company Mausoleum Records, and that alone tells me he was more about building the machine than standing in the spotlight. In my head, he belongs to that early-1980s moment when small, stubborn labels could turn local noise into something that traveled across borders and ended up in collectors’ hands decades later. When it comes to “performed with bands,” I mostly run into his name on the label side rather than in band line-ups; if he had a performing chapter, it’s not a widely documented one compared to his Mausoleum role.
Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Ward Kuczynski (Killer, Ostrogoth) This album was recorded at: Harry's Studio, Heist O/D Berg, Belgium. Mixed at Shiva Studios, Brussels, Belgium. Shiva Studio a Belgian Sound Recording Studio located in Brussels and during the 1980s used by Heavy Metal band like: FN Guns, Ostrogoth, Scavenger, TSA, Wildfire. Sound engineers working at Shiva included Jos Kloek and Patrick Cogneaux. |
Record Company & Catalog number:Mausoleum SKULL 8387 |
Record Format12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone RecordTotal Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
Year & Country:1985 Belgium |
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