Stormwitch Walpurgis Night LP heavy metal running wild saxon razor accept satan

Description: Brand new, sealed LP. STORMWITCH - Walpurgis Night LP Imported from Germany's HIGH ROLLER RECORDS. I have several color variants of the record available. Use the dropdown menu above to select your desired color. -- STORMWITCH - Walpurgis Night LP Stormwitch is a German heavy metal band that emerged during the early 1980s as part of the European traditional metal wave. Known for their melodic approach to metal, Stormwitch fused traditional heavy metal riffs with atmospheric and, at times, theatrical elements, earning them the nickname "The Masters of Black Romantic." With themes revolving around fantasy, occultism, and gothic tales, their music had a distinct blend of melodic hooks, powerful vocals, and mystic lyrical content. Stormwitch gained a cult following in the underground metal scene, especially in Europe. Band OverviewFormation: Stormwitch was formed in 1979 in Germany by lead guitarist Harald Spengler (aka Lee Tarot) and singer Andy Mück. Initially influenced by the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM), the band quickly developed their own sound that incorporated more melodic and epic elements.Style: Stormwitch's sound is characterized by traditional heavy metal riffing, melodic guitar solos, and soaring, clean vocals. They often included keyboards and orchestrated elements in their later work, which added to the gothic and romantic feel of their music. Their early albums were more raw and directly influenced by the NWOBHM movement, but they evolved into a more melodic and symphonic direction over time.Lyrics and Themes: Many of their lyrics revolve around fantasy, the supernatural, and romanticized tales of darkness and magic. They often tell stories through their songs, making use of medieval and gothic imagery.Influence: Stormwitch played a significant role in shaping the European power and melodic metal scenes, influencing bands in both the heavy metal and power metal genres.Key AlbumsWalpurgis Night (1984) – Their debut album, heavily influenced by NWOBHM, features fast-paced, riff-driven songs with a dark and mystical atmosphere.Tales of Terror (1985) – A fan favorite, it continued the themes of their debut but with more melodic structures and storytelling elements.Stronger than Heaven (1986) – Marked the band’s move towards a more melodic and gothic style, with a more polished production and a focus on atmosphere.The Beauty and the Beast (1987) – A concept album with a more symphonic and romantic approach, exploring themes of love, darkness, and fantasy.Eye of the Storm (1989) – Continuing with the gothic and romantic themes, this album further solidified Stormwitch's position in the European metal scene.LegacyStormwitch never reached the same commercial success as some of their peers, but their influence on the power metal and melodic heavy metal scenes is undeniable. Their blend of gothic and romantic themes with heavy metal created a distinct identity that set them apart from other bands in the scene. Stormwitch has maintained a loyal fanbase and continues to be celebrated in the underground metal community, particularly among fans of traditional and power metal. 50 Similar Artists:Grave DiggerRunning WildHelloweenAcceptBlind GuardianRageAngel WitchDemonSatanCloven HoofIron AngelTokyo BladeJaguarSavageOmenManilla RoadWarlockCandlemassTyrantHelstarLiege LordCrimson GloryWitchfyndeDark WizardLeatherwolfGriffinTygers of Pan TangPraying MantisCirith UngolAtlantean KodexWarlordSortilègeLääz RockitRavenJag PanzerSavage GraceBlitzkriegDesolation AngelsFifth AngelBrocas HelmSteel ProphetArmored SaintSavatageSaxonExciterHeavy LoadVirtueQuartzThorGrim ReaperStormwitch's legacy as pioneers of melodic heavy metal with a gothic edge remains influential, and their music continues to resonate with fans of traditional and power metal worldwide.

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Artist: Anthrax, Bathory, Destruction, Iced Earth, Kreator, Morbid Angel, Morbid Saint, Napalm Death, Obituary, Slaughter, Venom, exumer, iron angel, onslaught, protector, razor, repulsion, sacrifice, stormwitch, tormentor

Record Label: high roller records

Release Title: Walpurgis Night

Case Type: Cardboard Sleeve

Color: several available

Material: Vinyl

Inlay Condition: Mint (M)

Type: LP

Format: Record

Record Grading: Mint (M)

Release Year: 2024

Sleeve Grading: Mint (M)

Record Size: 12"

Style: Black/Gothic Metal, British Metal/NWOBHM, Death Metal, Doom/Sludge Metal, Folk Metal, Glam/Hair Metal, Gothic Metal, Heavy Metal, Industrial Metal, Power/Progressive Metal, Progressive Metal, Speed & Trash Metal, Stoner Metal, Symphonic Metal, Thrash & Speed, True Metal

Genre: Metal, Rock, heavy metal

Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany