Welcome to the Vinyl Records Gallery , a web-site dedicated to all Music Fans and especially to all music released during the 1960, 70 and 1980s on vinyl. Here you will find my perspnal collection of vinyl records, collected over decades. Each record is described in full details and where appropriate with detailed collector details as well with large high quality photos.
Experience the electrifying energy of Iron Maiden’s legendary live album Live After Death in its worldwide vinyl editions. This collection features rare 2LP pressings from Europe, the USA, Germany, and France, all capturing the raw intensity of the World Slavery Tour. Complete with booklets packed with photos and potential tour dates, this is the definitive live Maiden experience!
Step into Maiden's late-'80s synth-driven era with these unique vinyl pressings of Can I Play with Madness. From the original 12" UK maxi-single to the rare German release and limited-edition 2LP set, these versions are essential for collectors and fans of Iron Maiden's evolving sound.
Celtic Frost’s "To Mega Therion" is a groundbreaking 1985 release that shattered thrash metal conventions with its fusion of doom, avant-garde, and gothic elements. Featuring haunting vocals and darkly theatrical riffs, the album is immortalized by H.R. Giger’s surreal biomechanical artwork—turning this LP into a true cult classic.
Learn more"FN GUNS – Nightmare" is a ferocious blast of Belgian heavy metal, forged in the underground fires of 1984. Released on Mausoleum Records, this LP delivers raw riffs, thunderous rhythms, and rebellious energy. Recorded at Shiva Studio in Brussels, it captures the gritty essence of a band unafraid to challenge norms and unleash pure sonic aggression.
Learn moreReleased in 1987, this powerful vinyl album marked a bold transformation in sound and style, blending melodic depth with a harder-edged production. Featuring refined songwriting, dramatic artwork, and top-tier studio craftsmanship, it reflects a pivotal era in heavy metal history.
Eternal Idol 12" Vinyl LPReleased in 1984, "The Blitz" is Krokus' seventh studio album and a milestone in Swiss heavy metal. Featuring the hit "Midnite Maniac"—the first Swiss song to enter the Billboard Hot 100—it blends slick, arena-ready sound with driving riffs and catchy hooks. This LP marks Krokus’ peak in U.S. popularity and radio-friendly appeal.
- The Blitz (1984, Germany) - The Blitz (1984, USA)"Steel and Starlight" is the second full-length album by Cleveland-based heavy metal band Shok Paris, released in 1987. Blending melodic hooks with high-energy riffs and soaring vocals, the album captures the essence of classic U.S. metal. Featuring standout tracks like "Go Down Fighting", it's a cult favorite among 1980s metal collectors.
Learn moreIn the early 1980s, amidst a burgeoning New Wave of British Heavy Metal scene, Saxon released their iconic album "Denim and Leather" on 12" vinyl LP. This album solidified their standing in the genre and became an anthem for the burgeoning heavy metal community.
Denim and Leather 12" Vinyl LPReleased in 1988, "If at First You Don't Succeed..." is the second album by U.S. metal band HADES. Blending thrash, power & speed metal, it showcases fierce riffs, sharp lyrics, and complex song structures. Issued by Torrid Records and distributed in Europe by Roadrunner, this LP became a cult favorite for its raw production, intense performances, and literary depth.
Learn moreYngwie Malmsteen's Rising Force's 1985 opus, "Marching Out," a neoclassical metal masterpiece, unfolds on 12" Vinyl LP. The album, a showcase of Malmsteen's virtuosity, melds classical elegance with metal power.
Marching Out 12" Vinyl LP"Hard Dog" is a powerful 12" vinyl LP by Japanese hard rock pioneers Bow Wow, released in the early 1980s. Showcasing their signature blend of melodic metal riffs and sharp guitar work by Kyoji Yamamoto, the album captures the band’s raw energy and evolving sound as they edged closer to international recognition.
Learn moreE.F. Band’s One Night Stand 12” Vinyl LP, a 1985 gem of the NWOBHM, bridges Swedish and UK heavy metal brilliance. Featuring Andy LaRocque, later famed with King Diamond, the album radiates raw energy and skill. Its striking Skull cover art cements its place as a must-have for fans of the era’s power and virtuosity.
Learn moreEarthshaker's "Midnight Flight" (1984) fuses Japanese intensity with Western hard rock finesse. Recorded at The Automatt in San Francisco and produced by Masa Itoh, this third LP packs melodic power, anthemic hooks, and electrifying solos. A bold cross-cultural statement, it's a cornerstone of 1980s Japanese metal with global ambition.
Midnight Flight 12" Vinyl LPThis mini-album "Blondie Girl" by the Japanese Heavy Metal band: "Earthshaker" contains two studio tracks ("Blondie GIrl", "I Need The Woman" and two live tracks ("Earthshaker", "Marionette").The Live tracks have been recorded 17 August 1983 at Shibuya Koukaido.
Blondie Girl 12" Vinyl EPLamentations Of The Flesh is the second full-length album by Dutch death metal act Entrapment, released in 2014 on Soulseller Records. Limited to 200 copies on black vinyl, it delivers a raw, mid-tempo blend of doom-laced death metal. With grim atmospheres, hypnotic riffs & cavernous vocals, this LP embodies the bleak essence of the underground Dutch scene.
Learn more"One Nation Underground" is the 1983 debut album by Hawaiian speed metal band HAWAII, the first band to feature guitar virtuoso Marty Friedman. Released on Shrapnel Records, it blends raw energy, blazing solos, and rebellious lyrics. This rare LP marks the beginning of Friedman's recording career and the band's explosive entry into the U.S. metal underground.
Learn more‘Frehley’s Comet’ marks Ace Frehley’s triumphant return as a solo artist after leaving Kiss. Released as his second solo album, it showcases Ace’s signature style, blending hard rock with melodic hooks. This 12” vinyl LP features a custom inner sleeve with production details, full lyrics, and captivating artwork, making it a must-have for fans of Ace Frehley’s legendary guitar prowess.
Learn moreThis album "HELLOWEEN - Limited Edition Interview Picture Disc" is an unofficial recording of an interview with Helloween .
Learn moreWalk It How You Talk It is the second full-length album by British NWOBHM band Black Rose, released in 1987 on NEAT Records. Bursting with fierce guitar riffs, gritty vocals, and rebellious spirit, it captures the raw energy of the UK metal underground. This cult classic is a must-have for vinyl collectors and fans of authentic '80s heavy metal.
Learn moreSonne Hagal - Tarja et Aud weaves a spellbinding neofolk journey on a stunning 7” picture disc. Dark, atmospheric, and richly textured, the release immerses listeners in haunting soundscapes while the visual artistry of the disc enhances its allure.
SONNE HAGAL - Tarja et Aud 7" Vinyl Picture DiscMetallica's "Load" is a sonic journey capturing the band's evolution. Released in 1996, the controversial album's vinyl edition enriches the listening experience, offering warmth and authenticity.
METALLICA - Load ( 2LP Blackened Records ) - Load (1996,E/M Ventures Elektra )'Vices' is a sonic cocktail of hard rock, heavy metal, and blues, shaken not stirred. From the opening salvo of "The Devil You Know" to the closing howl of "Hellraiser," KICK AXE takes you on a journey through the seedy back alleys of the human soul.
Vices 12" Vinyl LPThe early 1980s was a time of burgeoning heavy metal, with bands emerging from various corners of the world, each contributing their unique flavor to the genre. Killer, with their raw energy and undeniable talent, stood as a testament to Switzerland's contribution to the global heavy metal movement.
Thriller 12" Vinyl LP