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Ringo Starr Logo

Look Up

Ringo Starr - Look Up (2025)

[Classic Rock]

United Kingdom

Rating - 3 Stars

As the Beatle with the least amount of writing credits and vocals performances to his name, Richard 'Ringo' Starkey has still managed to make a long and surprisingly prosperous career with limited talents in both those areas. He is of course an amazingly talented drummer, but that alone usually can't carry an artist. With many smart decisions and well-known special guests (other former Beatles included) he has managed to keep his music relevant to his fans. Look Up is a perfect example of this, sharply tilting away from rock to a more country-tinged affair. From the moment the acoustic opener 'Breathless' bursts through the silence it is obvious this is a different Ringo album than anything else in recent memory. Featuring bluegrass master Billy Talent on the strings, the song is both rich and sparse at the same time, the density coming from the feel rather than the instrumentation. The song will make you smile, and let's face it, that's all Ringo has ever really wanted us to do when listening to his music. Don't analyse it. Don't be critical of it. Just bob your head and smile. The title track has a bit more of a muscular punch to it, but is still light and fun, and it is clear that Ringo has worked hard to craft a set of tunes that his vocal range can compliment. 'Time On My Hands' and 'I Live For Your Love' are full country steel-string soaked ballads, and 'Never Let Me Go' feels like it could have its own boot-scootin' line-dance. 'Come Back', featuring indie stars Lucious on backing vocals, is about as deep into Texas as you can travel. 'Rosetta' lifts the album back out of a deep-south tavern, and puts a little more rock on the album's roll, and its placement is perfect to lift things. It all wraps up in a bow with 'Thankful', a largely forgettable track that is only really saved by the irresistible Allison Kraus sharing the vocals. At a smidge over 35 minutes long, the album is short - but it works at that length - and the production is smoother than an aged Kentucky Bourbon, making the album a very easy listen. This wasn't the first time Ringo had tried country as his second solo album way back in 1970 was also sporting the Nashville sound. Critics at the time noted how well the style fit his voice, and it seemed like he would return there in the future. Now that he has, we must wonder why he took so long?

mindkiller8


Body Count Logo

Body Count

Body Count - Body Count (1992)

[Thrash Metal (Crossover)]

United States

Rating - 4 Stars

OK, I won't got into the history about how a prestigious rap artist got to writing some rap/metal album which at the time caused some significant pushback, it was in fact the notoriety itself that put the band even further into the headlights and ultimate success with their very first album. It's very clear right from the first track the record was to be a message to whoever wants to listen, the treatment of native African Americans within U.S. society. Being mostly raised by his dad and being educated in South Central L.A., a place you really don't want to visit, Ice takes a little bit of time to set the scene with track one 'Smoked Pork'. It sets the scene to some extent but will not be what the entire album is about. Read on. The second track 'Body Counts In The House', is the most unique way I have seen to introduce all your band members. It is a winner and very enjoyable, particularly the solo's from Ernie C, for whom we would come to learn years later was part of the reason for forming the band. Oh and I just love Beatmaster V on the drums. It is a different sound in some ways, but if you saw him back in the day playing (he's now deceased) he was a sight to behold. For the next 10 minutes or so, the listener is treated to some short commentary / statistics. It's track 8 that suddenly hits the humour / cheap comedy side of Ice. 'K_K_K' and 'Voodoo' - while I like the tracks, they are a little cheesy. It's track 11 where you come across the masterpiece of the record. 'The Winner Loses'. A ballad if I dare say about the challenges of a young kid spiralling out of control in the drug scene. A not uncommon theme in many communities. Ice shows his soulful side and clearly is the highlight of the record. 'There Goes The Neighbourhood' is a perfect follow on and again does a great job of the disparity between whites and blacks. The remainder pans out with a few more slapstick songs, but enjoyable and catchy to me. The final song, that only was available on early pressings of the CD before the U.S. courts ordered for it to be removed, is the track 'Cop Killer'. Very direct in its intentions that didn't sit well with those that had the power to influence change. In some ways validating yet again the oppression and challenges the African American has trying to just live, even survive. All up one of my favourites, now over 30 years old, that I still enjoy listening to. Good to know they continued on but with some ups and downs. I'll get to those another time.


Core Discographies: New Additions

These are new releases available in the Core Discographies this week.

Remember, Core Discographies accepts Requests. Click HERE to request your favourite album to be included.

Click on any links below to see release details.


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The Lost Tapes, Vol. 6 (Live In Berlin 1992)

Motorhead
The Lost Tapes, Vol. 6 (Live In Berlin 1992)

[Album; Live]
24 December 2024
Hard Rock

'The Lost Tapes, Vol. 6 (Live In Berlin 1992)' is the sixth in a series of archival live albums by Motorhead.

Motorhead were an English hard rock band formed in 1975 by bassist and lead vocalist Ian 'Lemmy' Kilmister, guitarist Larry Wallis and drummer Lucas Fox. Lemmy was also the primary songwriter and only constant member. The band are often considered a precursor to the new wave of British heavy metal (NWOBHM), which re-energised heavy metal in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Though several guitarists and drummers have played in Motorhead, most of their best-selling releases feature drummer Phil 'Philthy Animal' Taylor and guitarist 'Fast' Eddie Clarke. Lemmy died on 28 December 2015 from cardiac arrhythmia and congestive heart failure, after being diagnosed with prostate cancer. The day after his death, drummer Mikkey Dee and guitarist Phil Campbell both confirmed that Motorhead had disbanded.

Performer(s):

Lemmy Kilmister Lemmy Kilmister - Vocals / Bass Guitar [Member]
Phil Campbell Phil Campbell - Guitar [Member]
Phil 'Philthy Animal' Taylor Phil 'Philthy Animal' Taylor - Drums [Member]

Label(s):

BMG Records BMG Records (Region: International)

United States MP3
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Adderall

Slipknot
Adderall

[E.P.]
9 June 2023
Nu Metal

'Adderall' is an E.P. by Slipknot. It features recordings from their previous album The End, So Far (2022).


United States MP3
Available FLAC
Available
At Donington U.K. (Live 1983 & 1987)

Dio
At Donington U.K. (Live 1983 & 1987)

[Album]
9 November 2010
Heavy Metal

'At Donington U.K. (Live 1983 & 1987)' is a live album from Dio. It features two appearances by the band at the Monsters Of Rock festival at Donington: the 1983 show and the 1987 show (from the Holy Diver and Dream Evil tours, respectively). In addition to his work with his own band, material from Ronnie James Dio's time in Black Sabbath and Rainbow is also showcased.

Dio was an American heavy metal band formed in 1982 and led by vocalist Ronnie James Dio after he left Black Sabbath with intentions to form a new band with fellow former Black Sabbath drummer Vinny Appice. The band released 10 studio albums and had numerous lineup changes over the years, with Dio himself being the only constant member. Guitarists included Vivian Campbell, Craig Goldy, Doug Aldrich, Warren DeMartini, Tracy G, Jake E. Lee and Rowan Robertson. The band dissolved in 2010 when Ronnie James Dio died of stomach cancer at the age of 67. Thge band has sold has sold over 5 million records worldwide.

Performer(s):

Ronnie James Dio Ronnie James Dio - Vocals [Member]

Location(s):


United Kingdom MP3
Available FLAC
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A Touch Of Evil, Live

Judas Priest
A Touch Of Evil, Live

[Album]
14 July 2009
Heavy Metal

'A Touch Of Evil, Live' is the fifth live album by Judas Priest. It is the first live album with original vocalist Rob Halford since the band reunited, and also the final Judas Priest production to feature guitarist K. K. Downing before his retirement in 2011. It was recorded during the band's 2005 and 2008 world tours. The track 'Dissident Aggressor', originally recorded for their 1977 album Sin After Sin, won the Grammy award for Best Metal Performance in 2010.

Judas Priest are an English heavy metal band formed in 1969. Rob Halford's operatic vocal style and the twin guitar sound of K.K. Downing and Glenn Tipton have been a major influence on many heavy metal bands. Judas Priest's image of leather, spikes, and other taboo articles of clothing was widely influential during the glam metal era of the 1980s. Despite an innovative and pioneering body of work in the latter half of the 1970s, the band struggled with indifferent record production and a lack of major commercial success until 1980, when the album 'British Steel' brought them notable mainstream attention. They have sold over 50 million albums and are frequently ranked as one of the greatest metal bands of all time.

Performer(s):

Rob Halford Rob Halford - Vocals [Member]
K.K. Downing K.K. Downing - Guitar [Member]
Glenn Tipton Glenn Tipton - Guitar [Member]
Ian Hill Ian Hill - Bass Guitar [Member]
Scott Travis Scott Travis - Drums [Member]

United States MP3
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A Twisted Christmas

Twisted Sister
A Twisted Christmas

[Album]
17 October 2006
Hard Rock

'A Twisted Christmas' is the sixth and final studio album by Twisted Sister. The album features classic Christmas songs performed in metal versions, often featuring lyrical changes.

Twisted Sister was an American heavy metal band formed in 1972, originally from Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey, and later based on Long Island, New York. The band evolved from a band named Silver Star, and experienced several membership changes before settling on the classic lineup in 1982. Their first two albums, 'Under The Blade' (1982) and 'You Can't Stop Rock 'n' Roll' (1983), were critically well-received and earned the band underground popularity, and thyey achieved mainstream success with their third album, 'Stay Hungry' (1984).

Performer(s):

Dee Snider Dee Snider - Vocals [Member]
Doro Pesch Doro Pesch - Vocals [Guest]
Lita Ford Lita Ford - Vocals / Guitar [Guest]

United Kingdom MP3
Available FLAC
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Numbers From The Beast (An All Star Salute To Iron Maiden)

Various Artists
Numbers From The Beast (An All Star Salute To Iron Maiden)

[Album; Compilation]
11 October 2005
Heavy Metal

'Numbers From The Beast (An All Star Salute To Iron Maiden)' is a tribute album to Iron Maiden. It celebrated the band's 25th anniversary of the release of their debut album. The songs are performed by some of the leading names in heavy metal. The album is produced by Bob Kulick and Brett Chassen. The cover-art was made by Derek Riggs, creator of Maiden's mascot Eddie. Track three features former Iron Maiden lead vocalist Paul Di'Anno, who sang on the original version of the song.

Iron Maiden are an English heavy metal band formed in East London in 1975 by bassist and primary songwriter Steve Harris. Although fluid in the early years of the band, the line-up for most of the band's history has consisted of Harris, lead vocalist Bruce Dickinson, guitarists Dave Murray, Adrian Smith and Janick Gers, and drummer Nicko McBrain. As pioneers of the new wave of British heavy metal movement, Iron Maiden released a series of UK and US Platinum and Gold albums, including 1980's debut album, 1981's 'Killers', and 1982's 'The Number Of The Beast'. In fact, 'The Number Of The Beast' is among the most popular heavy metal albums of all time, having sold almost 20 million copies worldwide and the band's first album with Bruce Dickinson, who replaced Paul Di'Anno as lead singer in 1981. The addition of Dickinson was a turning point in their career.

Performer(s):

Michael Schenker Michael Schenker - Guitar [Guest]
Dee Snider Dee Snider - Vocals [Guest]
Paul Di'Anno Paul Di'Anno - Vocals [Guest]
Frank Bello Frank Bello - Bass Guitar [Guest]
Tim 'Ripper' Owens Tim 'Ripper' Owens - Vocals [Guest]
Mikkey Dee Mikkey Dee - Drums [Guest]
Lemmy Kilmister Lemmy Kilmister - Vocals [Guest]
Phil Campbell Phil Campbell - Guitar [Guest]
Mike Inez Mike Inez - Bass Guitar [Guest]
John Bush John Bush - Vocals [Guest]
Scott Ian Scott Ian - Guitar [Guest]

United States MP3
Available FLAC
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Hellalive

Machine Head
Hellalive

[Album; Live]
11 March 2003
Groove Metal

'Hellalive' is the first live album by Machine Head. The album was released to fulfill Machine Head's commitment to Roadrunner Records. Former Vio-lence guitarist Phil Demmel is present on two songs, in place of Ahrue Luster, due to these songs being taken from 2002's Full Force Festival and by that time Luster had left the band. Demmel filled in, as is credited in the liner notes, and he later joined the band as permanent lead guitarist. As of 2012 the album has sold over 38,000 copies in the United States and an estimated 78,000 copies worldwide since its 2003 release.

Machine Head is an American heavy metal band from Oakland, California, U.S.A. The band was formed in 1991 by vocalist/rhythm guitarist Robb Flynn, who remains the only original member of the band. Machine Head's aggressive musicianship made it one of the pioneering bands in the new wave of American heavy metal. Having experimented with elements of groove metal and nu metal in its early releases, Machine Head changed to a more traditional thrash metal sound and longer songs with its sixth album, The Blackening (2007), which drew critical acclaim and was chosen as Album of the Decade by Metal Hammer in 2010. As of 2013, the band has sold over three million records worldwide.

Performer(s):

Rob Flynn Rob Flynn - Vocals / Guitar [Member]

Location(s):


Canada MP3
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Terria

Devin Townsend
Terria

[Album]
6 November 2001
Progressive Metal

'Terria' is the fifth solo album by Devin Townsend. The album was released on Townsend's label, HevyDevy Records.

Devin Garrett Townsend (born May 5, 1972) is a Canadian singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer. He founded extreme metal band Strapping Young Lad and was its primary songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist from 1994 to 2007. He has also had an extensive solo career and has released 30+ albums across all of his projects.

Performer(s):

Devin Townsend Devin Townsend - Vocals / Guitar [Member]

United States MP3
Available FLAC
Available
Helldorado

W.A.S.P.
Helldorado

[Album]
18 May 1999
Heavy Metal

'Helldorado' is the eighth studio album by W.A.S.P.

W.A.S.P. is an American heavy rock band formed in 1982. They emerged from the early 1980s Los Angeles heavy metal scene. The band's popularity peaked that decade, yet they continue to record and tour. W.A.S.P. gained notoriety for their shock rock-themed image, lyrics and live performances. They have sold over twelve million records worldwide, with their first two albums, 'W.A.S.P.' (1984) and 'The Last Command' (1985), being certified as gold by the RIAA.

Performer(s):

Blackie Lawless Blackie Lawless - Vocals / Bass Guitar [Member]

United States MP3
Available FLAC
Available
Sonic Brew

Zakk Wylde's Black Label Society
Sonic Brew

[Album]
4 May 1999
Heavy Metal

'Sonic Brew is the debut studio album by Black Label Society (laeled as 'Zakk Wylde's Black Label Society'). It was originally released on 28 October 1998 in Japan only, in a rough mix. It was later re-released in 1999 more widely in a new mix. Unlike the albums that followed, this album still possessed a distinct Southern rock overtone that up to this time had predominated Zakk Wylde's solo writing style. Subsequently, the Johnnie Walker whisky company issued a cease-and-desist order to Wylde on the album cover, which had been designed to match, except for its wording, the distiller's graphic design for its bottles of Black Label Whisky. The band decided to reissue the album with a different album cover, this time merely the band's skull logo.

Black Label Society is an American heavy metal band formed in Los Angeles in 1998 by guitarist/singer Zakk Wylde.

Performer(s):

Zakk Wylde Zakk Wylde - Vocals / Guitar [Member]
Mike Inez Mike Inez - Bass Guitar [Guest]

United Kingdom MP3
Available FLAC
Available
Greed Killing

Napalm Death
Greed Killing

[E.P.]
?? December 1995
Death Metal (Grindcore)

'Greed Killing' is an E.P. by the Napalm Death. It contained two songs from the soon to be released Diatribes (1996) album and exclusive songs from the Diatribes recording sessions.

Napalm Death are an English grindcore band formed in Meriden, West Midlands in 1981. The band is credited as pioneers of the grindcore genre by incorporating elements of crust punk and death metal, using a noise-filled sound that uses distorted, down-tuned guitars, grinding overdrive bass, high-speed tempo, blast beats, vocals that consist of incomprehensible growls or high-pitched shrieks, extremely short songs, and sociopolitical lyrics. The band's debut album 'Scum', released in 1987, proved substantially influential throughout the global metal community. According to the Guinness World Records, their song "You Suffer" is the shortest song ever recorded, at 1.316 seconds long.


United Kingdom MP3
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Trinity

My Dying Bride
Trinity

[Album; Compilation]
25 September 1995
Doom Metal

'Trinity' is a compilation album by My Dying Bride. It combines tracks from previously released E.P.s.

My Dying Bride are an English doom metal band formed in Bradford. Along with Anathema and Paradise Lost, My Dying Bride were a forerunner of the death doom metal and gothic metal genres during the early 1990s. These bands comprise 'The Peaceville Three' as all were signed to Peaceville Records at the time.


Denmark MP3
Available FLAC
Available
In The Shadows

Mercyful Fate
In The Shadows

[Album]
22 June 1993
Heavy Metal

'In The Shadows' is the third full-length studio album by Mercyful Fate. It is the first offering of the band since their reunion in 1992. This would be the final full-length album Timi Hansen would appear on before his death in 2019. Unlike previous Mercyful Fate albums, which were entirely centered around lyrical themes of Satanism and the occult, the lyrics on this album are rather focused on more conceptual horror-themes, akin to King Diamond's work with his eponymous band. The band would return to a primarily occult/Satanic lyrical approach the following year on the album Time album released in 1994.

Mercyful Fate is a Danish heavy metal band from Copenhagen, formed in 1981 by vocalist King Diamond and guitarist Hank Shermann. Influenced by progressive rock and hard rock, and with lyrics dealing with LaVeyan Satanism (often with ironic or sardonic use of Christian themes) and the occult, Mercyful Fate was part of the first wave of black metal in the early to mid-1980s, along with Venom and Bathory. The band is also cited as a formative influence on many then-up-and-coming subgenres of heavy metal, including thrash metal and death metal, as well as the Norwegian black metal scene.

Performer(s):

King Diamond King Diamond - Vocals [Member]

Sweden MP3
Available FLAC
Available
Hollowman

Entombed
Hollowman

[E.P.]
21 March 1993
Death Metal

'Hollowman' is an E.P. by Entombed.


United States MP3
Available FLAC
Available
Baghdad

The Offspring
Baghdad

[E.P.]
15 May 1991
Punk Rock

'Baghdad' is a an E.P. released by The Offspring. It is currently out of print, but sold 3000 copies within one week of its release. The band's official website does not list Baghdad in the discography.


United States MP3
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Brain Drain

Ramones
Brain Drain

[Album]
23 May 1989
Punk

'Brain Drain' is the eleventh studio album by Ramones. It is their last release to feature bassist/songwriter/vocalist Dee Dee Ramone, the first to feature Marky Ramone since his initial firing from the band after 1983's Subterranean Jungle and the band's last studio album on Sire Records.

Ramones were an American punk rock band formed in the New York City neighborhood Forest Hills, Queens in 1974. Known for helping establish the punk movement in the United States, the Ramones are often cited as the first true punk band. Though achieving little commercial success, the band is seen today as highly influential in punk culture. In 1996, after a tour with the Lollapalooza music festival, they played a farewell concert in Los Angeles and disbanded. They are ranked number 26 in Rolling Stone magazine's list of the "100 Greatest Artists Of All Time" and number 17 in VH1's "100 Greatest Artists Of Hard Rock". In 2002, Ramones were ranked the second-greatest band of all time by Spin, trailing only The Beatles.


Australia MP3
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Big Bad Noise

Choirboys
Big Bad Noise

[Album]
5 February 1988
Rock

'Big Bad Noise' is the second studio album by Choirboys. This album was produced by Peter Blyton (The Radiators, Machinations), Brian McGee (The Rolling Stones, Cyndi Lauper) and Choirboys. The album peaked at No. 5 on the Kent Music Report Albums Chart, it was certified double platinum and ranked No. 21 for 1988 in Australia.

Choirboys are an Australian hard rock and Australian pub rock band from Sydney formed in 1979. Their 1987 single "Run To Paradise" remains their biggest commercial success.

Label(s):

Mushroom Records Mushroom Records (Region: Australia)
Epic Records Epic Records (Region: Europe)
WTG Records WTG Records (Region: U.S.A.)

Australia MP3
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Choirboys

Choirboys
Choirboys

[Album]
?? July 1983
Rock

'Choirboys' is the debut self-titled album by Choirboys. The album was recorded in early 1983 at Albert Studios One in Sydney, Australia with producer, Jim Manzie and released in July of the same year. On the strength of their debut album, Choirboys, were invited to open for Cold Chisel on their 'Last Stand' tour.

Choirboys are an Australian hard rock and Australian pub rock band from Sydney formed in 1979. Their 1987 single "Run To Paradise" remains their biggest commercial success.

Performer(s):

Harry Vanda Harry Vanda - Production [Producer]
George Young George Young - Production [Producer]

United States MP3
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Lust For Life

Iggy Pop
Lust For Life

[Album]
9 September 1977
Punk

'Lust For Life' is the second solo studio album by Iggy Pop. It was his second collaboration with David Bowie after The Idiot, released in March the same year. Shortly after Bowie released his own album Low in January, Pop went on a tour to support The Idiot with Bowie as his keyboardist. At the tour's conclusion, Pop and Bowie regrouped in Berlin to record the former's next solo album.

Performer(s):

Iggy Pop Iggy Pop - Vocals [Member]
David Bowie David Bowie - Guitar / Keyboard [Guest]

United States MP3
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The Idiot

Iggy Pop
The Idiot

[Album]
18 March 1977
Punk

'The Idiot' is the debut solo studio album by Iggy Pop. It was produced by David Bowie and primarily recorded at the Chateau d'Herouville in Herouville, France. The album followed the break-up of Pop's band the Stooges in 1974 and a period of drug addiction for both Pop and Bowie, after which the two moved to Europe in an effort to kick their addictions.

Performer(s):

Iggy Pop Iggy Pop - Vocals [Member]
David Bowie David Bowie - Guitar / Keyboard [Guest]

Core Discographies: This Year's Releases Coming Soon

These are new releases coming to Core Discographies soon.

All new releases are available.

Digital Library: Tagged Releases

These are new releases completed in the Digital Library this week.

Digital Library Links: Digital Library

Click on any links below to see release details.


United Kingdom
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The Lost Tapes, Vol. 6 (Live In Berlin 1992)

Motorhead
The Lost Tapes, Vol. 6 (Live In Berlin 1992)

[Album; Live]
24 December 2024
Hard Rock

'The Lost Tapes, Vol. 6 (Live In Berlin 1992)' is the sixth in a series of archival live albums by Motorhead.

Performer(s):

Lemmy Kilmister Lemmy Kilmister - Vocals / Bass Guitar [Member]
Phil Campbell Phil Campbell - Guitar [Member]

Label(s):

BMG Records BMG Records (Region: International)

United States
MP3
Complete
FLAC
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Adderall

Slipknot
Adderall

[E.P.]
9 June 2023
Nu Metal

'Adderall' is an E.P. by Slipknot. It features recordings from their previous album The End, So Far (2022).


United States
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
At Donington U.K. (Live 1983 & 1987)

Dio
At Donington U.K. (Live 1983 & 1987)

[Album]
9 November 2010
Heavy Metal

'At Donington U.K. (Live 1983 & 1987)' is a live album from Dio. It features two appearances by the band at the Monsters Of Rock festival at Donington: the 1983 show and the 1987 show (from the Holy Diver and Dream Evil tours, respectively). In addition to his work with his own band, material from Ronnie James Dio's time in Black Sabbath and Rainbow is also showcased.

Performer(s):

Ronnie James Dio Ronnie James Dio - Vocals [Member]

Location(s):


United Kingdom
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
A Touch Of Evil, Live

Judas Priest
A Touch Of Evil, Live

[Album]
14 July 2009
Heavy Metal

'A Touch Of Evil, Live' is the fifth live album by Judas Priest. It is the first live album with original vocalist Rob Halford since the band reunited, and also the final Judas Priest production to feature guitarist K. K. Downing before his retirement in 2011. It was recorded during the band's 2005 and 2008 world tours. The track 'Dissident Aggressor', originally recorded for their 1977 album Sin After Sin, won the Grammy award for Best Metal Performance in 2010.

Performer(s):

Rob Halford Rob Halford - Vocals [Member]
K.K. Downing K.K. Downing - Guitar [Member]
Glenn Tipton Glenn Tipton - Guitar [Member]
Ian Hill Ian Hill - Bass Guitar [Member]
Scott Travis Scott Travis - Drums [Member]

United Kingdom
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
All Will Be Revealed

Diamond Head
All Will Be Revealed

[Album]
13 October 2005
Heavy Metal

'All Will Be Revealed' is the fifth album by Diamond Head. This was the band's first album with new singer Nick Tart and also the only album to feature Rob Mills on guitar, who was replaced by Andy 'Abbz' Abberley during the second leg of the tour. This album was the band's first release since their 2002 Acoustic First Cuts E.P. and the first studio album since 1993's Death And Progress.


United Kingdom
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
Numbers From The Beast (An All Star Salute To Iron Maiden)

Various Artists
Numbers From The Beast (An All Star Salute To Iron Maiden)

[Album; Compilation]
11 October 2005
Heavy Metal

'Numbers From The Beast (An All Star Salute To Iron Maiden)' is a tribute album to Iron Maiden. It celebrated the band's 25th anniversary of the release of their debut album. The songs are performed by some of the leading names in heavy metal. The album is produced by Bob Kulick and Brett Chassen. The cover-art was made by Derek Riggs, creator of Maiden's mascot Eddie. Track three features former Iron Maiden lead vocalist Paul Di'Anno, who sang on the original version of the song.

Performer(s):

Michael Schenker Michael Schenker - Guitar [Guest]
Dee Snider Dee Snider - Vocals [Guest]
Paul Di'Anno Paul Di'Anno - Vocals [Guest]
Frank Bello Frank Bello - Bass Guitar [Guest]
Tim 'Ripper' Owens Tim 'Ripper' Owens - Vocals [Guest]
Mikkey Dee Mikkey Dee - Drums [Guest]
Lemmy Kilmister Lemmy Kilmister - Vocals [Guest]
Phil Campbell Phil Campbell - Guitar [Guest]
Mike Inez Mike Inez - Bass Guitar [Guest]
John Bush John Bush - Vocals [Guest]
Scott Ian Scott Ian - Guitar [Guest]

United States
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
Sonic Brew

Zakk Wylde's Black Label Society
Sonic Brew

[Album]
4 May 1999
Heavy Metal

'Sonic Brew is the debut studio album by Black Label Society (laeled as 'Zakk Wylde's Black Label Society'). It was originally released on 28 October 1998 in Japan only, in a rough mix. It was later re-released in 1999 more widely in a new mix. Unlike the albums that followed, this album still possessed a distinct Southern rock overtone that up to this time had predominated Zakk Wylde's solo writing style. Subsequently, the Johnnie Walker whisky company issued a cease-and-desist order to Wylde on the album cover, which had been designed to match, except for its wording, the distiller's graphic design for its bottles of Black Label Whisky. The band decided to reissue the album with a different album cover, this time merely the band's skull logo.

Performer(s):

Zakk Wylde Zakk Wylde - Vocals / Guitar [Member]
Mike Inez Mike Inez - Bass Guitar [Guest]

United States
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
Helldorado

W.A.S.P.
Helldorado

[Album]
18 May 1999
Heavy Metal

'Helldorado' is the eighth studio album by W.A.S.P.

Performer(s):

Blackie Lawless Blackie Lawless - Vocals / Bass Guitar [Member]

United Kingdom
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
Greed Killing

Napalm Death
Greed Killing

[E.P.]
?? December 1995
Death Metal (Grindcore)

'Greed Killing' is an E.P. by the Napalm Death. It contained two songs from the soon to be released Diatribes (1996) album and exclusive songs from the Diatribes recording sessions.


Sweden
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
Hollowman

Entombed
Hollowman

[E.P.]
21 March 1993
Death Metal

'Hollowman' is an E.P. by Entombed.


Denmark
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
In The Shadows

Mercyful Fate
In The Shadows

[Album]
22 June 1993
Heavy Metal

'In The Shadows' is the third full-length studio album by Mercyful Fate. It is the first offering of the band since their reunion in 1992. This would be the final full-length album Timi Hansen would appear on before his death in 2019. Unlike previous Mercyful Fate albums, which were entirely centered around lyrical themes of Satanism and the occult, the lyrics on this album are rather focused on more conceptual horror-themes, akin to King Diamond's work with his eponymous band. The band would return to a primarily occult/Satanic lyrical approach the following year on the album Time album released in 1994.

Performer(s):

King Diamond King Diamond - Vocals [Member]

United States
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
Baghdad

The Offspring
Baghdad

[E.P.]
15 May 1991
Punk Rock

'Baghdad' is a an E.P. released by The Offspring. It is currently out of print, but sold 3000 copies within one week of its release. The band's official website does not list Baghdad in the discography.


United States
MP3
Complete
FLAC
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Brain Drain

Ramones
Brain Drain

[Album]
23 May 1989
Punk

'Brain Drain' is the eleventh studio album by Ramones. It is their last release to feature bassist/songwriter/vocalist Dee Dee Ramone, the first to feature Marky Ramone since his initial firing from the band after 1983's Subterranean Jungle and the band's last studio album on Sire Records.


Australia
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
Big Bad Noise

Choirboys
Big Bad Noise

[Album]
5 February 1988
Rock

'Big Bad Noise' is the second studio album by Choirboys. This album was produced by Peter Blyton (The Radiators, Machinations), Brian McGee (The Rolling Stones, Cyndi Lauper) and Choirboys. The album peaked at No. 5 on the Kent Music Report Albums Chart, it was certified double platinum and ranked No. 21 for 1988 in Australia.

Label(s):

Mushroom Records Mushroom Records (Region: Australia)
Epic Records Epic Records (Region: Europe)
WTG Records WTG Records (Region: U.S.A.)

Australia
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
Choirboys

Choirboys
Choirboys

[Album]
?? July 1983
Rock

'Choirboys' is the debut self-titled album by Choirboys. The album was recorded in early 1983 at Albert Studios One in Sydney, Australia with producer, Jim Manzie and released in July of the same year. On the strength of their debut album, Choirboys, were invited to open for Cold Chisel on their 'Last Stand' tour.

Performer(s):

Harry Vanda Harry Vanda - Production [Producer]
George Young George Young - Production [Producer]

United States
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
Lust For Life

Iggy Pop
Lust For Life

[Album]
9 September 1977
Punk

'Lust For Life' is the second solo studio album by Iggy Pop. It was his second collaboration with David Bowie after The Idiot, released in March the same year. Shortly after Bowie released his own album Low in January, Pop went on a tour to support The Idiot with Bowie as his keyboardist. At the tour's conclusion, Pop and Bowie regrouped in Berlin to record the former's next solo album.

Performer(s):

Iggy Pop Iggy Pop - Vocals [Member]
David Bowie David Bowie - Guitar / Keyboard [Guest]

United States
MP3
Complete
FLAC
Complete
The Idiot

Iggy Pop
The Idiot

[Album]
18 March 1977
Punk

'The Idiot' is the debut solo studio album by Iggy Pop. It was produced by David Bowie and primarily recorded at the Chateau d'Herouville in Herouville, France. The album followed the break-up of Pop's band the Stooges in 1974 and a period of drug addiction for both Pop and Bowie, after which the two moved to Europe in an effort to kick their addictions.

Performer(s):

Iggy Pop Iggy Pop - Vocals [Member]
David Bowie David Bowie - Guitar / Keyboard [Guest]

Digital Library: New Additions

These are new releases added in the Digital Library this week. These will be tagged at a future date.

Digital Library Links: Digital Library

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Bruce Springsteen
Nebraska '82

[Album; Reissue; Deluxe Edition]
2025
Classic Rock


The Doors
Bright Midnight Archives, Live In New York '70

[Album; Live; Official Bootleg]
2009
Classic Rock


The Doors
Bright Midnight Archives, Live At The Matrix '67

[Album; Live; Official Bootleg]
2008
Classic Rock


The Doors
Bright Midnight Archives, Live Pittsburgh Civic Arena '70

[Album; Live; Official Bootleg]
2008
Classic Rock


The Doors
Bright Midnight Archives, Live In Philadelphia '70

[Album; Live; Official Bootleg]
29 November 2005
Classic Rock

'Live In Philadelphia '70' is a live album by The Doors. This is part of previously unreleased material of the Bright Midnight Archives collection.

Performer(s):

Jim Morrison Jim Morrison - Vocals [Member]
Ray Manzarek Ray Manzarek - Keyboard [Member]
Robby Krieger Robby Krieger - Guitar [Member]
John Densmore John Densmore - Drums [Member]

Label(s):

Bright Midnight Archives Bright Midnight Archives (Region: International)
Rhino Records Rhino Records (Region: International)
Elektra Records Elektra Records (Region: International)

The Doors
Bright Midnight Archives, Boot Yer Butt (The Bootlegs)

[Album; Compilation; Boxed Set]
2003
Classic Rock





The Doors
Bright Midnight Archives, Live In America

[Album; Live; Official Bootleg]
2001
Classic Rock



The Doors
Bright Midnight Archives, No One Here Gets Out Alive

[Album; Live; Official Bootleg]
2001
Classic Rock



The Doors
Bright Midnight Archives, Live In Detroit

[Album; Live; Official Bootleg]
23 October 2000
Classic Rock

'The Bright Midnight Archive Series, Live In Detroit' is a live album by The Doors. It was recorded at the Cobo Arena in Detroit on May 8, 1970 during the band's 1970 Roadhouse Blues Tour. The concert is one of the longest live performances by The Doors. The concert was originally scheduled to end before midnight but ran on until one in the morning. This late end, against union rules, saw the band being banned from the Cobo Arena.

Label(s):

Bright Midnight Archives Bright Midnight Archives (Region: International)
Elektra Records Elektra Records (Region: International)
Rhino Records Rhino Records (Region: International)

The Doors
Weird Scenes Inside The Gold Mine

[Album; Compilation]
?? January 1972
Classic Rock

'Weird Scenes Inside the Gold Mine' is the second compilation album by The Doors, and the first following the death of singer Jim Morrison. A double album, it contains no overlapping songs from previous compilation 13 (1970), instead opting for deeper cuts and fan favorites.


Physical Media: New Additions

These are new additions to the Physical Media this week.

Physical Media Links: Physical Media

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United States Most Likely You Go Your Way (And I'll Go Mine)

Bob Dylan
Most Likely You Go Your Way (And I'll Go Mine)

[Single; Promotional]
24 September 2007
Classic Rock

Purchased Media
Purchase Date: 24 February 2025

Performer(s):

Bob Dylan Bob Dylan - Vocals / Guitar [Member]

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