The 1980s were the golden age of heavy metal excess. Bands weren’t just playing shows – they were living out larger-than-life adventures on the road, filled with chaos, decadence and the kind of stories that would get most people arrested,…
Today in Metal History – September 15th September 15th 1971 Deep Purple – “Fireball” “Fireball“ is the fifth studio album by English hard rock band Deep Purple. “Fireball” is a blazing standout from “Fireball”. September 15th 1986 Fifth Angel –…
Today in Metal History – July 26th July 26th 1986 Chariot – “Burning Ambition” “Burning Ambition” is the second studio album by British heavy metal band Chariot. “Play to Win” is a fiery standout from “Burning Ambition”. July 26th 1994…
Today in Metal History – July 8th July 8th 1992 Edge Of Sanity – “Unorthodox” “Unorthodox” is the second studio album by Swedish death metal band Edge of Sanity. “After Afterlife” is a crushing standout from “Unorthodox”. July 8th 1994…
Today in Metal History – July 7th July 7th 1984 Helix – “Walkin’ The Razor’s Edge” “Walkin’ The Razor’s Edge“ is the fourth studio album by the Canadian heavy metal band Helix. “Rock You” is an explosive standout from “Walkin’…
Today in Metal History – June 20th June 20th 1988 Saxon – “Destiny” “Destiny” is the ninth studio album by British heavy metal band Saxon. “I Can’t Wait Anymore” is a powerful and emotive standout from “Destiny”. June 20th 1989…
Today in Metal History – June 18th June 18th 1996 Zakk Wylde – “Book of Shadows” “Book of Shadows” is the debut solo album by Zakk Wylde. “Sold My Soul” is a soulful and reflective standout from “Book of Shadows”.…
Today in Metal History – June 17th June 17th 1991 Van Halen – “For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge” “For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge” is the ninth studio album by American hard rock icons Van Halen. “Right Now” became one of their most…
Today in Metal History – May 24th May 24th 1984 Battleaxe – “Power From The Universe” “Power From The Universe” is the second studio album by British heavy metal band Battleaxe. “Chopper Attack” is a driving and anthemic standout from…
Today in Metal History – May 8th May 8th 1981 Samson – “Shock Tactics” “Shock Tactics” is the third studio album by British heavy metal band Samson. “Riding with the Angels” is a high-energy and uplifting track from “Shock Tactics”.…
