HALLOW'S EVE - MONUMENT 12" Vinyl LP Album

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Hallow's Eve's "Monument" (1988) marked a turning point in the band's sound, transitioning from raw thrash metal to a more melodic and technical approach. While maintaining their aggressive edge, the album incorporated complex song structures, intricate guitar work, and harmonies. Produced by Donal Jones and the band themselves, it showcased their musical growth and experimentation, sparking debate with the inclusion of an Elvis Presley cover. "Monument" stands as a testament to Hallow's Eve's evolution within the thrash metal genre.

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HALLOW'S EVE: MONUMENT - A Thrash Metal Milestone Album Description:

Unveiled in 1988, Hallow's Eve's "Monument" emerged as a significant chapter in the band's evolution and within the broader thrash metal landscape. Building on their established intensity and aggression, the album marked a distinct shift in the band's sound and approach.

Historical Context

By 1988, thrash metal had firmly entrenched itself in the global metal scene. Bands were experimenting with new sounds, incorporating elements of progressive metal and speed metal into their compositions. Hallow's Eve, having released two prior albums, aimed to showcase their own progression and versatility with "Monument."

Musical Exploration

"Monument" marked a notable departure from the raw, unfiltered aggression of Hallow's Eve's earlier work. While still firmly rooted in thrash metal, the album delved into more melodic territories, incorporating complex song structures, intricate guitar work, and a greater emphasis on vocal harmonies. Tracks like "Speed Freak" and "The Righteous Ones" exemplified this evolution, showcasing the band's technical prowess and newfound musical maturity.

The album also sparked some controversy due to the inclusion of a hidden track, a cover of Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling in Love." This unexpected addition drew mixed reactions from fans, some praising the band's willingness to experiment, while others criticized it as a deviation from their thrash metal roots.

Production and Personnel

"Monument" was produced by Donal Jones and Hallow's Eve themselves. The album was recorded at Studio One in Atlanta, Georgia, and marked a departure from their previous collaboration with Tom Morris.

The lineup on "Monument" saw some changes. Guitarist David Stuart replaced Skellator, and the rhythm section of Tommy Stewart on bass and Rob Clayton on drums remained intact. Frontman Stacy Andersen continued to deliver his signature high-pitched vocals, but with a greater emphasis on melodic phrasing and harmonies.

Album production details:

Produced by: Donal Jones and Hallows Eve
Sound engineer: Donal Jones

Donal Jones a sound engineer who has worked on two albums by "Hallow's Eve" namely "Death & Insanity" and "Monument".

Assistent sound engineers: Tag George, David Stewart, Jeff Dawson
Recorded at Studio One, Atlanta

Album desgn - Ioannis

  • Ioannis Vassilopoulos – Cover Artist & Graphic Designer

    Ioannis Vassilopoulos is a renowned graphic artist from Athens, Greece, and one of those visual architects of metal whose work I started recognizing long before I ever learned his name. In the mid-to-late 1980s, his imagery became inseparable from the rise of US power and speed metal, defining the look of bands like Liege Lord, Fates Warning, and Artillery. Through the 1990s, his style evolved with the scene—darker, sharper, more symbolic—while still keeping that unmistakable sense of drama. By the 2000s and 2010s, he had become a generational bridge, trusted by both legacy acts and newer bands who wanted artwork that felt timeless rather than trendy. His visuals never just “decorate” a record; they frame how I hear it, long before the needle drops.

    Ioannis Vassilopoulos built his reputation by understanding metal from the inside out. He worked closely with bands across distinct eras—thrash, power metal, progressive metal—translating sound into mythic, often apocalyptic imagery that still feels hand-crafted rather than manufactured. What always strikes me is how his art respects the listener: it doesn’t explain the music, it invites you into it. That’s why decades later, his covers still feel like portals, not packaging.

  • Album artwork - Lew Bryant

    Lew Bryant (Graphic Designer, Illustrator) of the "Bland Design Group" worked on a couple of album covers of Heavy Metal bands, in particular "Dead End", "Hallows Eve", "Fates Warning" and "Nasty Savage"

    Photography - Mick Rock

    Mick Rock was a British photographer celebrated as “The Man Who Shot the Seventies.” His striking images captured legendary artists like David Bowie, Queen, Lou Reed, Iggy Pop, and The Ramones, shaping the visual identity of rock and glam culture. His work includes iconic album covers and music videos, leaving an enduring impact on music history. Read more about Mick Rock.

    Record Label & Catalognr:

    Metal Blade Records RR 9583 (Roadrunner Records BV). All songs published by Bloody Skull Music. Admistrated by Bug Music.  

    Media Format:

    12" LP Vinyl Gramophone Record 

    Year & Country:

    1988 Made in Holland  
    Band Members and Musicians on: Hallow's Eve Monument
      Hallow's Eve Band-members, Musicians and Performers
    • Stacy Anderson - Vocals

      Stacy Anderson (Vocals) and Tommy Stewart (Bass) performed in a band called "Warrior" (1982), before joining "Hallows Eve" in 1983.

    • Tommy Stewart - Bass

      Tommy Stewart (Bass) and Stacy Anderson (Vocals) and performed in a band called "Warrior" (1982), before joining "Hallows Eve" in 1983.

    • David Stuart - Guitars
    • Rob Clayton - Drums
    Complete Track Listing of: Hallow's Eve Monument
      Side One:
    1. Speed Break
    2. Sheer Heart Attack
    3. Rot Gut
    4. Monument (To Nothing)
      Side Two:
    1. Pain Killer
    2. The Mighty Decibel
    3. The Righteous Ones
    4. No Sanctuary

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