Description: Brand new lp. Sealed. Black vinyl. Imported from Germany's HIGH ROLLER RECORDS. HOLLOW GROUND - Warlord High Roller Records, black vinyl, 425gsm heavy cardboard cover, insert, ltd 350, Remastered and restored by Patrick W. Engel at TEMPLE OF DISHARMONY in 2012. With just four compilation tracks and one 7" EP issued in the early 1980s, Hollow Ground did have a rather low profile at the time of the original New Wave Of British Heavy Metal. However, their first and only single »Flying High« (issued on the collectable Guardian Records label) became an instant collector's item. Today copies with the scarce picture sleeve fetch rather insane prices. Before the release of the single Hollow Ground had recorded the four songs 'Rock On', 'Fight With The Devil', 'Flying High' and 'The Holy One' for the Guardian compilation album entitled »Roksnax«. Hollow Ground carried on to record more material (such as 'Promised Land', 'Easy Action', 'Rock To Love' and 'Loser') but an album deal was not on the cards. As a result singer Glenn Coates left to join local rivals Fist. As a result, Hollow Ground split up in mid-1981. In comparism to some of the more conservative-sounding New Wave Of British Heavy Metal acts at the time (for example Fist), Hollow Ground did show a lot of promise. Guitarist Martin Metcalf knows why: “I think we had a wider range of influences as opposed to just heavy bands, we took things from all over the rock spectrum. We were like sponges soaking everything up, from the funk of Aerosmith, the hard-rock of Montrose to the proginess of Rush.” The song 'Fight With The Devil' was chosen by Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich for his »N.W.O.B.H.M. '79 Revisited« compilation released in 1990. Hollow Ground have recently played two re-union gigs: 2007 at Headbangers Open Air in Northern Germany and in late February 2014 at Newcastle's own Brofest. Glenn Coates (vocals)Martin Metcalf (guitar)Brian Rickman (bass)John Lockney (drums) 01 Flying High02 Warlord03 Rock On04 Don't Chase the Dragon05 Fight with the Devil06 The Holy One07 Rock to Love08 Promised Land09 Easy Action10 Loser Hollow Ground – Warlord is a highly regarded EP from the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement, originally released in 1980. Hailing from South Shields, England, Hollow Ground brought a raw and unpolished sound to the NWOBHM scene, delivering hard-hitting, riff-driven tracks that captured the energy and power of early British heavy metal. Their music is a mix of powerful guitar riffs, melodic solos, and driving rhythms that align them with the gritty, underground vibe that characterized NWOBHM at its core. EP OverviewRelease Year: 1980Genre: NWOBHM, Heavy MetalLabel: Guardian RecordsThe Warlord EP consists of a few intense tracks that showcase the band's straightforward approach to metal, combining classic heavy metal elements with a DIY production style. The EP is known for its title track, “Warlord,” a heavy, galloping anthem that exemplifies the NWOBHM aesthetic with relentless energy, fierce vocals, and memorable guitar work. Notable Tracks"Warlord" – The standout title track and an anthem of NWOBHM, “Warlord” is defined by its fast-paced riffs, compelling vocal delivery, and an anthemic chorus."Flying High" – This track showcases Hollow Ground’s melodic yet hard-edged approach, bringing high energy with catchy riffs and powerful drum patterns."Rock On" – A high-energy metal track that reinforces the band’s unfiltered, aggressive sound."Fight with the Devil" – A song that combines raw riffs and themes of battling evil, showing their thematic and musical focus on traditional heavy metal.Sound and LegacyHollow Ground’s Warlord EP is now considered a classic of the NWOBHM era, particularly among fans of underground and lesser-known British heavy metal. The band’s combination of high-energy riffs, powerful rhythms, and melodic solos has earned them a dedicated fan base, even though they never achieved mainstream success. The EP’s influence can be seen in the resurgence of interest in NWOBHM music and remains a coveted release among collectors of classic heavy metal vinyl. 50 Similar NWOBHM and Traditional Metal ArtistsTygers of Pan TangAngel WitchRavenJaguarDiamond HeadWitchfyndeHolocaustCloven HoofSatanGrim ReaperTokyo BladeBlitzkriegSavageFistSamsonPraying MantisQuartzDemonTankWhite SpiritDesolation AngelsElixirVenomGirlschoolAvengerBattleaxeMoreVardisTrespassHellJaguarVulcainChateauxSledgehammerLegendA II ZHammerheadThe Handsome BeastsBitches SinBlack RoseTysondogSaxonRoxRogue MaleRogueDamascusRace Against TimeSweet SavageNightwingQuartzWarlord has retained its appeal due to Hollow Ground’s authentic representation of NWOBHM’s raw sound, making it a cult favorite among fans of classic British metal. For fans of: Sodom, Raven, Wolf, Anvil, Metallica, Motorhead, Blitzkrieg, Running Wild, Satan, Judas Priest, Anthrax, Saxon, Aragorn, Ethel the Frog, Crucifixion, Slayer, Iron Maiden, Testament, and Jaguar is a must-have for any metal enthusiast. With a speed of 33 RPM, this record is released under High Roller Records and has a cardboard sleeve with a black color. The LP is in mint condition and has a duration of 12". It falls under the Heavy Metal, Gothic Metal, Industrial Metal, Metalcore, Death Metal, British Metal/NWOBHM, Doom/Sludge Metal, Glam/Hair Metal, Black/Gothic Metal, and Folk Metal styles. This vinyl record is a great addition to any music collection and a perfect gift for all metal fans.
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Artist: Anthrax, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Metallica, Running Wild, Saxon, Slayer, Sodom, Testament, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Warlord, Crucifixion, anvil, aragorn, blitzkrieg, jaguar, motorhead, raven, satan, ethel the frog, wolf
Speed: 33 RPM
Record Label: High Roller Records
Release Title: Warlord
Case Type: Cardboard Sleeve
Color: Black
Duration: LP
Material: Vinyl
Inlay Condition: Mint (M)
Type: LP
Format: Record
Record Grading: Mint (M)
Sleeve Grading: Mint (M)
Release Year: 2024
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, Metalcore
Genre: Metal
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
