Description: Brand new, sealed. NASTY SAVAGE - s/t LP Vinyl record. Pics here are the stock images. High Roller Records, reissue 2023, bone/ red bi-color vinyl, ltd 200, 425gsm heavy cardboard cover, lyric sheet, poster (2 sided), fully restored original artwork, mastered for vinyl by Patrick W. Engel at Temple of Disharmony, Cutting by SST Germany on Neumann machines for optimal quality on all levels... The ultimate audiophile edition of this eternal US Metal classic Nasty Ronnie - VocalsBen Meyer - GuitarsDavid Austin - GuitarsFred Dregischan - BassCurtis Beeson - Drums 01. No Sympathy02. Gladiator03. Fear Beyond the Vision04. Metal Knights05. Garden of Temptation06. Asmodeus07. Dungeon of Pleasure08. The Morgue09. Instigator10. Psychopath11. End of Time 1st pressing SOLD OUT!2nd pressing: AVAILABLE fully restored original artwork, mastered for vinyl by Patrick W. Engel at Temple of Disharmony, Cutting by SST Germany on Neumann machines for optimal quality on all levels... The ultimate audiophile edition of this eternal US Metal classic Nasty Savage, once called “the nastiest and hardest band to come from the South”, was formed by hobby wrestler Nasty Ronnie (born Ronnie Galetti) in Brandon, Florida, in 1983. The line-up was completed by David Austin (guitar), Ben Meyer (guitar), Fred Dreschigan (bass) and Curtis Beeson (drums). The band’s first demo »Wage Of Mayhem« sold nearly 6,000 copies. This led to two appearances on compilations albums: “Unchained Angel” was placed on »Iron Tyrants« and “XXX” appeared on »Metal Massacre VI«. Nasty Savage’s legendary debut album was released in 1985 on Brian Slagel’s Metal Blade Records, featuring brilliant tracks such as “Gladiator”, “Fear Beyond The Vision” and “Asmodeus”. A local wrestling legend by the name of Kevin Sullivan became a big fan of Nasty Savage and wore the band’s t-shirt during prime time TV broadcasts. Another supporter was Wendy O. Williams, who promoted the album in her nationwide radio show on “Radio 1990”. Stylistically, Nasty Savage were totally unique, which in the era of heads down speed metal practised by the likes of Metallica, Slayer and Exodus did not really work in their favour. In his book »The Collector’s Guide To Heavy Metal Volume 2: The Eighties« Canadian author Martin Popoff was clearly impressed but struggled to describe what Nasty Savage were all about: ”Nasty Ronnie out-blasts Manowar on all philosophical tenets, constructing a verbal campaign of terror swathed in his backing arsenal’s horrendously gothic display of power metal evoking Mercyful Fate, the heaviest from Iron Maiden, the blackest from old Priest, and all things leather-clad.” Matthias Mader Here is where the story of one of Florida's greatest metal outfits begins, in the year 1985 with their self-titled debut record. While Nasty Savage's influence is undeniable among the Florida metal scene during the 80s and beyond, it is saddening to see how little this band is talked about. To break that, let's look at this album from almost 40 years later, and see where it ranks out of the sea of records that came out in that excellent year for metal music. If you ask me, it ranks pretty highly, due to the sheer admiration and fanaticism this record radiates towards the band's beloved metal, and the clever and unconventional approach the band decided to take. This is "something different", not something you'd be able to categorize right off the bat. Right away, as soon as we hear the first two songs, it's difficult to make up what the band plays exactly. Are they playing power metal? Thrash metal? Heavy metal? The answer is somewhere between all three of those genres, as elements of all three of those genres are heavily present in these pieces, with extremely little to no speed orientation in sight. Not that it would be a problem, as the music is colorful and energetic enough to stay interesting without the need for speed here. Imagine Arizona's Flotsam and Jetsam, except on slower tempos. That might be the only band this record might remind you of (needless to say, the Arizonians came around later). Other than that, the mixture is pretty damn unique, as you don't often hear a combination of thrash, heavy, and power metal all in one album, and you hear one that's outstanding and excellent even less frequently. There is no shortage of highlights and pleasuring moments during the record, starting with the rather hard-hearted and pitiless "No Sympathy", which presents very clever, catchy, and gripping riffs and powerful double-pedal drumming. Then, you have the greatest song of the disc, or perhaps one of the greatest metal-loving anthems of all time, "Metal Knights". The verses and the main riff are sufficient to make that memorable, but the back-and-forth shredding over that simple, yet beautifully melodic 4-chord rhythm riff is just masterful. That's the definition of top-notch 80s heavy/power metal in the form of notes. "Dungeon of Pleasure" is also magnificent, Ron's vocals might be the craziest and most over the top on that track out of all of them here. He might just be the Sean Killian of power/heavy metal, as his intentionally twisted, all-over-the-place delivery makes the music that much more captivating and unconventional, similar to how Sean Killian does the same to Vio-Lence's music. Besides the creative and amazingly resourceful songs, one of the biggest upsides to this album is the production. In this case, I need not say "In 1985, it sounded as good as it could.". This sounds as good as anything can sound even to this day. This is produced better than 99% of most modern albums in any genre. Everything is as audible and crystal-clear as it can get. The guitars are muscular, though not overbearing, but they are as present as they need to be. Percussion-wise, the drum kit is probably the most dominant element in the mix, but every hit sounds very calculated and the tonality of the drums is very reserved and moderated. The bass, contrarily to a lot of releases in most metal genres is very present, and you constantly hear those clever and adventurous bass lines that slightly deviate from the drums and the guitars, such as the one at about 0:23 in "Dungeon of Pleasure". This is without a doubt one of the greatest albums of all time when it comes to production. While this might be a somewhat forgotten disc from 1985, don't let that fool you. This is a massively well-written, creative, unique, and wonderfully produced album that stands the test of time as a classic 80s metal recording. Whether it's the high-pitched, over-the-top vocals of Ron Galletti, the clever riffs over the double-pedaled drum patterns, or the memorable guitar solos scattered among the songs, there has to be something that will be worth your time as a fan of 80s metal. Nasty Savage is an American heavy metal band formed in 1983 in Brandon, Florida. Known for their flamboyant stage presence and technical proficiency, Nasty Savage is a prominent figure in the early American thrash metal scene. The band's music is characterized by intricate guitar work, rapid tempo changes, and the distinctive, high-pitched vocals of frontman "Nasty" Ronnie Galetti. Their theatrical live performances, often featuring Ronnie smashing television sets, have become a trademark of the band. Nasty Savage's lyrical themes range from horror and fantasy to introspective and philosophical musings, contributing to their unique and dynamic sound. "Nasty Savage" - Album Description"Nasty Savage," released in 1985, is the debut studio album by Nasty Savage. The album is a quintessential example of early American thrash metal, blending speed, aggression, and technical skill. Featuring tracks like "No Sympathy," "Metal Knights," and "Psychopath," the album showcases the band's ability to combine complex guitar riffs, powerful rhythms, and Ronnie's unique vocal style. The production captures the raw energy and intensity of the band's live performances, making it a standout release in the mid-1980s metal scene. 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Artist: Anthrax, Kreator, Metal Church, Mortician, Savatage, Sodom, exumer, suffocation, demolition hammer, nasty savage, razor, sacrifice, tormentor, replusion, pestilence, anvil
Speed: 33 RPM
Record Label: High Roller
Release Title: nasty savage
Case Type: Cardboard Sleeve
Color: Multicolor
Material: Vinyl
Inlay Condition: Mint (M)
Edition: Limited Edition
Type: LP
Format: Record
Record Grading: Mint (M)
Release Year: 2020
Sleeve Grading: Mint (M)
Record Size: 12"
Style: Heavy Metal, Thrash & Speed
Features: Colored Vinyl, Sealed
Genre: Metal
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
