AVENGER (RAGE) PRAYERS OF STEEL CD Free Shipping with Tracking# New from Japan

Packing size: 14.2 x 12.6 x 1.1 cm; 130 g Maker: Word
Records
EAN: 4582546590840
Original Edition Release Date: 2020
Time: 1 Hour
Label: Word Records
Country of Origin: Japan
Number of Discs: 2
12 titles from Rage's back catalog will be reissued! 9 early album titles, including predecessor band Avenger's only album "Players of Steel" (1985), and 3 from the trio era with Victor Smallski The title has been remastered in 2019 and re-released with bonus discs and bonus tracks depending on the work! "Players of Steel" Featuring Peter "Peevey" Wagner (bass/vocals), Jorg Michael (drums) and others. Avenger's debut album (originally released in 1985), formed by four members, delivers power metal with influences from NWOBHM! Re-release of 12 titles from Reiji's back catalogue, a heavyweight in the German metal world. has been decided. First of all, the first nine titles are from predecessor band Avenger's only album ``Players of Steel'' (1985), ``Reign of Fear'' (1986) released under the renamed Rage, to ``Ten''. The first nine works up to ``Years in Rage'' (1994). Avengers was formed in Herne, Germany in 1984. Their debut album ``Players of Steel'' (1985), released by four members including Peter "Peevey" Wagner (bass/vocals) and Jorg Michael (drums), released a powerful album that shows the influence of NWOBHM. / Although they had been developing metal, they changed their name to Rage and released their first album, ``Reign of Fear'' (1986), which introduced thrash metal style songs. Furthermore, in their third album, Execution Guaranteed (1987), they created a style with their own unique arrangements, including songs using gut guitars and progressive rock-like developments. Shortly after, all members except Peavy left the band, and the band became a trio with the addition of Manni Schmidt (guitar) and Chris Eftimiadis (drums), and released their fourth album, ``Perfect Man'' (1988). released. This work, which includes "Don't Fear the Winter", has a sharp performance and aggressiveness, as well as a strong melodic side, and it is the fifth work that includes Speed Tune's "Invisible Horizons" etc. ``Secrets in a Weird World'' (1989), and the sixth album ``Reflections of a Shadow'' (1990), which included the speedy and catchy ``Saddle the Wind''. With the release of the album, the band gradually gained recognition. The seventh album, ``Trapped!'' (1992), which had an overall more powerful and sophisticated style, featured songs such as ``Shame on You,'' which incorporated Arabic melodies, and speed numbers. The band became a popular band in Japan, producing such masterpieces as ``Solitary Man,'' the catchy ``Enough Is Enough,'' and their eighth album, ``The Missing Link'' (1993), ``Nevermore'' and ``Refuge.'' However, in 1994, Manni, who was praised for his sensitive guitar playing, left the band, and the band now consisted of four members, with the addition of Sven Fischer (guitar) and Chris' younger brother Spiros Eftimiadis (guitar). To commemorate their 10th anniversary, the 9th album ``Ten Years in Rage'' is a collection of unreleased songs that Peavy has written so far, as well as a medley of previously released songs. " (1994) was released. These are the initial nine titles that will be reissued this time. After releasing five albums with the same line-up, Peavy wanted a change in the band, and was known for his work with ex-Mind Odyssey member Victor Smallski (guitar) and Tony McAlpine and Yngwie Malmsteen. Started as a trio with Mike Terrana (drums). Unity (2002), the second album (16th in total) released by this lineup, incorporates Victor's advanced compositional ability and technical guitar playing, which was raised with a gifted musical education. The album focuses on up-tempo songs such as ``Insanity,'' as well as lofty songs such as ``Dies Ire,'' which features a choir. Their 17th album, ``Sound Chaser'' (2003), was also successful in receiving high praise for its melodious and lively songs, including the title song ``Sound Chaser''. Furthermore, the live work "From the Cradle to the Stage" (2004), which included the German performance in January 2004 from the European tour conducted after the album release, was also released, and it was a powerful and technical album. Performance was also a hot topic. These three are the remaining three titles, making a total of 12 titles that will be reissued this time. All titles use the latest 2019 remastered sound source, and some titles also include bonus discs and bonus tracks. All of them are essential works in the history of Reiji, and the lineup allows you to reaffirm their charm. [Members] Peter "Peevey" Wagner (Vocals/Bass) Jochen Schroeder (Guitar) Alf Mayerratken (Guitar/Vocals) Jorg Michael (Drums) [Songs] "Players of Steel" 01. Battlefield 02. South / Cross Union 03. Players of Steel 04. Halloween 05. Faster Than Hell 06. Adoration 07. Rise of the Creature 08. Sword Maid of Steel 09. Bloodlust 10. Assorted / Bye Satan "Depraved to Black" 11. Down to the Bone 12. Depraved to Black 13. Players of Steel (Live) 14. Faster Than Hell (Live) [Bonus CD ] 01. Faster Than Hell (1st Demo / February 1984) 02. Adoration (1st Demo / February 1984) 03. Destination Day (1st Demo / February 1984) 04. Assorted By / Satan (1st demo / February 1984) 05. Battlefield (2nd demo / July 1984) 06. South Cross Union (2nd demo / July 1984) 07. Adoration (2nd demo / July 1984) 08. Bloodlust (2nd Demo / July 1984) 09. Halloween (Studio Rehearsal Outtake / July 1984) 10. Rise of the Creature (Studio Rehearsal Outtake / 1984) 11. Players of Steel (Studio Rehearsal Outtakes / July 1984) 12. Sword Made of Steel (Studio Rehearsal Outtakes / July 1984) 13. Seven Gates / Of Hell (Studio Rehearsal Outtake / July 1984)* 14. Faster Than Hell (Studio Rehearsal Outtake / July 1984) 15. Victim of Rock (Studio Rehearsal Outtake / July 1984) Outtakes / July 1984) * 16. Assorted by Satan (Studio Rehearsal Outtakes / July 1984) * Unreleased songs
Avenger's debut album (original release: 1985), formed by four members including Peter "Peevey" Wagner (bass/vocals) and Jorg Michael (drums). Power metal with influences from NWOBHM. Expand! (C)RS