On This Day in Metal – December 19th
Album Release
December 19th 1987
“World Circus” is the debut studio album of the thrash metal band Toxik. “Heart Attack” stands out on “World Circus”.
December 19th 1990
“Playa Del Rock” is the third studio album by American hard rock band London. “Ride You Through the Night” stands out on “Playa Del Rock”.
December 19th 2008
“Thirst” is the thirteenth studio album by German thrash metal band Tankard. “Stay Thirsty!” is the standout track on “Thirst”.
Single Release
December 19th 1989
Asphyx – “Mutilating Process”
“Mutilating Process” is a song by Dutch death metal band formed Asphyx. Released as single from the rough mix and the fifth studio album “Embrace the Death”.
Metal Birthdays
December 19th 1947
Jimmy Bain – Dio
James Stewart Bain (19 December 1947 – 23 January 2016) was a Scottish musician, best known for playing bass guitar in the bands Rainbow and Dio.
December 19th 1972
Ted Aguilar – Death Angel
Ted Aguilar is the rhythm guitarist for the American thrash metal band Death Angel, known for his tight playing and high-energy performances.
Metal Events
December 19th 2001
Judas Priest – Live in London
Judas Priest recorded their live album Live in London during a concert documented for release. It was Judas Priest’s final live album with Tim “Ripper” Owens as lead vocalist, as he amicably departed in mid-2003 following Rob Halford’s return to the band.
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