Metal Mind Productions is proud to present exclusive vinyl release of three albums by the heavy metal band Killers, led by Iron Maiden's ex-vocalist – Paul Di'Anno. Coming together in 1991, Killers was one of the first metal super groups to exist. Featuring members of Iron Maiden, Tank, Raven, and Battlezone, they were hailed by the press as the "Natural successor to Judas Priest".
Killers' vinyls will be available in the colours of the British flag: blue ("Murder One"), white ("Menace To Society") and red ("South American Assault").
Cliff Evans, guitarist comments: "We're really excited about the upcoming vinyl releases of the three Killers albums we made back in the early 90's. They were all recorded on 24 track analog tape machines so it will be great to hear those records again on the original format they were designed for. There's no doubt that vinyl does have a superior sound quality over the digital CD, especially when listening to rock and metal. 'Murder One' was recorded at the legendary Power Station studios in New York and was produced by Rob Fraboni who had previously worked with The Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton among others. He captured one of Paul Dianno's best vocal performances and the power of the band can really be best heard coming out of the grooves of a vinyl analog record. There's also the satisfaction of holding the album in your hands and studying the liner notes and artwork. It's not surprising that the vinyl album is making a comeback.
Can't wait to get my hands on them."
Killer's vinyls are set for release on December, 2nd. All albums are also available in exclusive digipak CDs edition released by Metal Mind Productions in 2013.
Killers "Murder One"
Label: Metal Mind Records
Cat. no.: MASS LP 1477 B
Barcode: 5907785038493
Format: LP (blue vinyl)
Genre: Heavy Metal
Release date: 02.12.2012
Tracklist:
Side A:
1. Impaler
2. The Beast Arises
3. Children Of The Revolution
4. S & M
5. Takin' No Prisoners
Side B:
6. Marshall Lokjaw
7. Protector
8. Dream Keeper
9. Awakening
10. Remember Tomorrow
Killers "Menace To Society"
Label: Metal Mind Records
Cat. no.: MASS LP 1478 W
Barcode: 5907785038509
Format: LP (white vinyl)
Genre: Heavy Metal
Release date: 01.12.2014 Europe / 02.12.2014 USA
Tracklist:
Side A:
1. Advance And Be Recognized
2. Die By The Gun
3. Menace To Society
4. ?
5. Think Brutal
6. Past Due
7. Faith Healer
Side B:
8. Chemical Imbalance
9. A Song For You
10. Three Words
11. Conscience
12. City Of Fools
Killers "South American Assault"
Label: Metal Mind Records
Cat. no.: MASS LP 1479 R
Barcode: 5907785038516
Format: LP (red vinyl)
Genre: Heavy Metal
Release date: 01.12.2014 Europe / 02.12.2014 USA
Tracklist:
Side A:
1. Overloaded
2. Murders in the Rue Morgue
3. Wrathchild
4. Remember Tomorrow
5. Children of Madness
6. Phantom of the Opera
Side B:
1. Metal Tears
2. Strange World
3. Sanctuary
4. Running Free
5. The Promise
6. We Will Rock You/Smoke on the Water
KILLERS
In the summer of 1991 Paul Di'Anno, Cliff Evans and Steve Hopgood were talking about forming a new metal super group that would bring back the classic style of British metal that seemed to be disappearing from the music scene. Being former members of such metal legends as Iron Maiden, Tank and Battlezone, the guys knew they had the credentials to put together a great band that could do justice to the music they worshipped. To complete the line-up, John Gallagher of Raven was brought in to supply the bass and the only American member Ray Detone, formerly of successful AOR band Drive She Said, was introduced to the line-up on second guitar. With a wealth of experience between them the band quickly gelled together on stage and injected new life into classic Iron Maiden anthems and a selection of other metal favourites. The final result was released on a live album "South American Accault". Di'Anno delivers here a spine chilling performance which makes this live album an essential listening for any rock fan. Originally released in 1994, until now this album has been difficult for metal fans to find! Soon after the release of the live album, Gallagher returned to front his own band Raven and Detone decided to move on. Killers replaced them with Gavin Cooper (bass) and Nick Burr (guitar). Arne Goodman, their US' manager, arranged showcases for all the major record labels and after a bidding war Killers signed a $250,000 deal with BMG. Producer Rob Fraboni was brought in to help make their debut studio album and the band moved into The Powerstation Studios in New York to start recording. The result was "Murder One". Acclaimed by the press worldwide, the album became a classic for lovers of British metal. For the following 18 months Killers toured extensively taking in Japan, Europe and coast to coast across the U.S.A. After the great response to the album and constant touring, the band returned to the UK to start working on the follow up studio album. Unfortunately, Di'Anno had decided to stay in Los Angeles for a short break. While there, he managed to get himself arrested for drugs and firearms offense and was sentenced to 3 months in Los Angeles county jail. Not to be deterred by this, the band continued to write new material and sent cassette tapes to jail so Paul could work on lyrics. When released from prison, he was deported back to the UK and the band entered the studio to record the sophomore studio album "Menace to Society". The songs were much more aggressive than before and were clearly influenced by his time behind bars. The album was awarded 'Best New Album' in German Metal Hammer magazine.
These 3 vinyl releases contain some of the finest British metal with spine chilling vocal performances by a true legend who still commands great respect from metal fans, young and old, around the world.
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