Music:
Member Since: 13/02/2007
Band Website: www.stormspell.com
Band Members:
CURRENT RELEASES:
HELLHOUND - Anthology 1985-1986 CD+DVD SSR-DY21:
Release date: December 1st, 2008.
Criminally neglected cult Bay Area power/speed metal with progresive overtones. This is a reissue of their classic 1985 & 1986 demos, along with a 16-page booket with updated liner notes, lyrics, tons of rare pictures, and brand new artwork by Dimitar Nikolov. Expanded release to a double CD/DVD set with rare video live footage taken from the ROCK TALK cable TV show from 1987 (band interview and 8 live in studio songs).
Recommended for fans of: HEATHEN, DEFIANCE, DEATH ANGEL, TESTAMENT, FORBIDDEN, MILITIA, etc.
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XINR - Beyond Woodward CD SSR-DY20:
Release date: December 1st, 2008.
Long-lost classic metal gem from Portland, Oregon. Originally recorded in 1984 but never previously released in any form until today! Early 80s classic metal with distinctive NWOBHM influences, crunchy melodies, dark lyrics, and mesmerizing, haunting vocals.
Recommended for fans of: early JUDAS PRIEST, CIRITH UNGOL, HELL, early ALICE COOPER, BLACK SABBATH, and MERCYFUL FATE
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THRASH CLASH Vol.4::
Infantry vs Pyrotoxic CD SSR-DL19
Release date: December 1st, 2008.
Fourth volume from our Thrash Clash series. The most brutal volume so far, featuring blasphemous horde Infantry from California and raw barbarian masters Pyrotoxic from the land of the thousand lakes, Finland.
For fans of: BULLDOZER, DARK ANGEL, early SEPULTURA, SADUS, DESTRUCTION, SLAYER, ARMAGEDOM, etc.
Limited to 1000, with hand-numbered OBI strips.
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THRASH CLASH Vol.3::
Blood Exile Vs Sacrilegio CD SSR-DL18
Release date: December 1st, 2008.
Third volume from our Thrash Clash series. The most epic volume so far, featuring techincal thrashers with progressive influences Blood Exile from Mexico and Epic masters Sacrilegio from Puerto Rico...
For fans of: Anacrusis, Helstar, Megadeth, early Metallica, Pink Floyd, Intruder, etc.
Limited to 1000, with hand-numbered OBI strips.
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LICH KING - Toxic Zombie Onslaught CD SSR-DL17:
Release date: December 1st, 2008.
Sophomore release by the wild east coast thrashers. slightly improved production, same crazy vocals, completely new level of the most wild and craziest riffing highly reminiscent of such timeless classic as "Bounded by Blood"!
For fans of: EXODUS, OVERKILL, TESTAMENT, DEATH ANGEL, SLAYER, etc.
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VAMPYR - Cry out for Metal CD SSR-DY16:
Release date: October 6th, 2008.
Cult teutonic 80s German steel from 1985. Digitally remastered with enhanced multimedia video bonuses and more. Fans of 80s traditional/power metal, TYRANT (GER), VETO, HIGH TENSION, S.D.I., etc. should be checking this one out!
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SERPENT SAINTS - Leather Lucifer MCD+1 SSR-DL15:
Release date: October 6th, 2008.
True occult heavy metal from Denmark in the way of the old. Close to 30 minutes intense ordeal of pure crunchy classic metal. For fans of: Evil, Maltese Falcon, Mercyful Fate, Witch Cross, etc.
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FATAL VIOLENCE - Ashes Tell No Tales CD/DVD SSR-DY14:
Release date: August 21, 2008.
A cult US 80s band from Illinois playing dark crunchy power/thrash metal. Their songs can be described like an apocalyptic glimpse into the future, and many are still true today. A perfect soundtrack to your favourite horror movie.
The CD is compilation of 1985 and previously unreleased 1987 demos, all digitally remixed and remastered by David Enlow. As a special bonus there is a DVD with entire live set from a show recorded at Thristy Whale Club in IL in 1988.
Digitally remastered, with brand new custom artwork by Dimitar Nikolov (Amulance, Steel Assassin, Drifter, Ilium, Portrait (SWE), Energy Vampires, Thrash Clash, etc.)
Limited edition to 1000. First 250 will come with hand-numbered slipcase and embroidered patch.
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THRASH CLASH Vol.2:
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Diamond Plate vs Oppression CD SSR-DL13
Release date: Apr. 2nd, 2008.
Second volume from our Thrash split series featuring two great bands playing classic thrash in the veins of the old masters like Sadus, Kreator, Artillery, Dark Angel, and Nuclear Assault just to name a few.
12-page stapled booklet with band info and lyrics, graced with stunning artwork by renowned artist Dimitar Nikolov.
Strictly limited to 1000, never to be re-pressed, with hand-numbered custom OBI strips.
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THRASH CLASH Vol.1:
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Taking Over vs Phantom Witch CD SSR-DL12
Release date: Feb. 29th, 2008.
This is the pilot volume of our new series dedicated to new promising thrash bands.
Sharing the first volume are two young, yet very promising bands with great potential: Taking Over are a young band hailing from San Bernardino, CA and delivering intense classic thrash in the vein of the old masters like Hallows Eve, Death Angel, and Necronomicon. On their heels come Phantom Witch, young but mighty trio from Indianapolis, IN. Their stellar sonic attack worships old-school masters like Slayer, Iron Angel, and Infernal Majesty, and is guaranteed to give you severe neck pain and headbanging aches!
12-page stapled booklet with band info and lyrics, graced with stunning artwork by renowned artist Dimitar Nikolov.
Strictly limited to 1000, never to be re-pressed, with hand-numbered custom OBI strips.
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EKZISTENCIA - The Storm Master CD SSR-DL11:
Release date: Feb. 21th, 2008.
Slavic melodic power metal in the best European traditions.
Debut album by this Ukrainean band, comes with 12-page booklet with dual lyrics in Russian and English.
Hand-numbered edition, limited to 400.
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HELD UNDER / DISCOVERY - Anthology 2CD SSR-DY10:
Release date: Feb. 29th, 2008.
Fantastic 80s melodic power gem from Seattle WA!
This double CD set basically contains ALL 29 tunes the band (originally Discovery, later renamed to Held Under) have recorded between 1986 and 1991.
Digitally remastered, with brand new custom artwork by Dimitar Nikolov (Amulance, Steel Assassin, Drifter, Ilium, Cypher Seer, etc.), 16-page booklet with detailed band bio and all lyrics.
Hand-numbered edition, limited to 1000. First 250 come with autographed card.
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CAULDRON BORN - Born of the Cauldron CD SSR-DY09:
Release date: Jan. 7th, 2008.
Born of the Cauldron is undoubtedly one of the best US power metal gems from the mid-90s! A honest, crunchy epic metal, with soaring high-pitched vocals, and sword and sorcery/fantasy lyrics based on Robert E. Howard stories. The album quickly generated cult status in the underground, and faithful and dedicated support by many fans worldwide. The original pressing on Undergroound Symphony from a decade ago has been sold out ever since, and became hot collector's item, often clocking $100+ on eBay. Now, thanks to Stormspell Records everyone should be able to obtain it for a fraction of that price!
The album has been remastered from the original DAT tapes by Corbin King (Vainglory), packaged with 12-page stapled booklet with revamped artwork, new introduction and liner notes written by Howie Bentley, and one exclusive bonus track added as bonus: cover version of Lucifer's Hammer by the mighty Warlord.
10th anniversary hand-numbered edition, limited to 1000.
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LICH KING - Necromantic Maelstrom CD SSR-DL08:
Release date: Dec. 10th, 2007.
Oldschool Bay Area influenced thrash metal from Almherst, Massachusetts.
Limited to 1000 copies, first 250 of which come with two pins (different models).
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SERGEANT - Streetwise 1986 +3 CD SSR-SS07:
Release date: Oct. 23rd, 2007.
Sophomore album from 1986 by the cult English/Swiss Melodic Hard Rockers.
For first time on CD ever! Official reissue, licensed from Battle Cry / GAMA records.
8-page booklet with brand new artwork, band history, lyrics, rare pictures, and info.
Enhanced multimedia CD including two bonus video clips.
Limited to 1000 copies, first 250 of which are DIE-HARD special edition with luxurious matte-laminated hand-numbered slipcases.
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SERGEANT - Sergeant 1984 +3 CD SSR-SS06:
Release date: Oct. 23rd, 2007.
Debut album from 1984 by the cult English/Swiss Melodic Hard Rockers.
For first time on CD ever! Official reissue, licensed from Battle Cry / GAMA records.
8-page booklet with brand new artwork, band history, lyrics, rare pictures, and info.
Enhanced multimedia CD including two bonus video clips.
Limited to 1000 copies, first 250 of which are DIE-HARD special edition with luxurious matte-laminated hand-numbered slipcases.
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AMULANCE - the Rage Within and the Aftermath CD SSR-DY05:
Release date: April 21-st, 2007.
The cult "The Rage Within" 1987 Demo, released for first time on CD ever, expanded with 6 previously unreleased songs from 1988/1989 "The Aftermath" demo sessions as bonuses - all remixed and remastered from the original reel tapes for your ultimate listening pleasure. Detailed 24-page booklet with complete band history, info, lyrics, pictures, and liner notes. Brand new custom artwork drawn by Dimitar Nikolov (Drifter, Cypher Seer, Ilium, Steel Assassin, etc.). To make it even more appealing to you a multimedia section has been added with two exclusive live video clips!
First 150 copies have been converted to a limited "die-hard" edition, fully autographed by entire band, and with hand-numbered slipcases and embroidered patch. You can preorder die-hard edition below.
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DRIFTER - The Demos: 1985 & 1986 CD SSR-DY03:
Release date: October 23-rd, 2007.
The ultimate collection of the legendary early demos by the Swiss power/thrash 80es masters.
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VECTOM - Speed Revolution / Rules of Mystery CD SSR-DY02:
Release date: October 23-rd, 2006.
The two classic 1985 and 1986 albums by this cult German hyper-speed metal originators released together on 2-on-1 CD. Remastered official re-release licensed from Battle Cry/GAMA Records. 74 minutes of pure 80es hyper-speed madness!
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INSPELL - Arcadian Tales: The Egregore CD SSR-DL01:
Release date: May 29-th, 2006.
Dark medieval blackened sympho-power metal with distinct thrash influences.
Nine majestic tales of medieval history, Tamplier orders, mystical egregores, and dark doctrinal knowledge.
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EPIZOD - St. Patriarch Evtimij DVD:
Orthodox epic metal. This DVD is a medieval movie portraying Epizod's latest conceptual album - the epic battle of last Bulgarian kingdom against the Ottoman invasion in 14 century. For fans of Manilla Road, Omen, early Dark Quarterer, Iron Maiden, etc.
LAST 100 copies left in stock!
Region Free (0), PAL format, English subtitles.
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Influences: classic true epic heavy / power /speed / thrash / doom metal.
Sounds Like: Real metal only, no alterna/grunge/nu shit here please, thank you!
Record Label: Stormspell Records
Type of Label: Indie
