Name: Over The Top - The Neat Years (1981-84)
Brand: Raven

Bonus disc

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HNEBOX118

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Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Limited edition

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2023-03-03

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Cherry Red (ADA)

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5013929921801

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Raven

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Metal

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Cherry Red

Raven is a heavy metal band hailing from Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Formed in 1974 by brothers John and Mark Gallagher, along with Paul Bowden, the band has been a prominent figure in the genre for over four decades.

The current line-up of Raven consists of *John Gallagher* on vocals and bass, *Mark Gallagher* on guitar, and *Mike Heller* on drums since 2018. Over the years, they have had several former members including Paul Bowden, Pete Shore, Paul Sherrif, Mick Kenworthy, Sean Taylor, Rob "Wacko" Hunter, and Joe Hasselvander.

Known for their energetic live performances and powerful sound, Raven has influenced numerous bands within the heavy metal scene. Some similar artists include Tokyo Blade,
Tygers Of Pan Tang,
Grim Reaper,
Picture,
Jaguar,
Angel Witch,
Cloven Hoof,
Armored Saint,
The Rods,
Diamond Head,
Anvil,
Witchfynde,
Avenger,
Praying Mantis,
Girlschool,Lizzy Borden,Vicious Rumors,Samson Attacker,Omen.

Cherry Red is a British label that was founded by Iain McNay in 1978. Also known as Cherry Red Records, this label has become associated with the company Music and Media Group. With the label code LC 6730, Cherry Red has made a name for itself in the music industry. It is important to note that this label should not be confused with the US label of the same name.

RE-PRESS: CD ORIGINALLY RELEASED IN 2019 <ul> <li>FOR FANS OF: METALLICA / ACCEPT / SPEED METAL.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Three studio albums and a live double from 80s NOWBHM legends Raven plus bonus material.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Originally released on Neat before signing to a major and continuing global success</li> </ul> Although Raven&rsquo;s origins date as far back as 1974, they came to the attention of the British rock media with the 1980 release of their debut single, &lsquo;Don't Need Your Money&rsquo;. Hailing from Newcastle, it seemed inevitable that they would sign to Newcastle-based New Wave Of British Heavy Metal label Neat, alongside other NWOBHM luminaries Venom, Fist and White Spirit. A big influence on future thrash metal legends such as Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax, their highly energised form of speed metal became known &ldquo;athletic rock&rdquo;, a genre that would extend to the band wearing of baseball and American football apparel on stage. Their full-length debut, the self-explanatory &lsquo;Rock Until You Drop&rsquo;, was released to much acclaim in 1981, finding champions in the pages of Sounds and Kerrang! magazines. Further cementing their reputation as influential metal legends, second record &lsquo;Wiped Out&rsquo; was issued in 1982, kicking off with 'Faster Than The Speed Of Light' and including 'Live At The Inferno'. 1983's &lsquo;All For One&rsquo; on CD3 was co-produced by Michael Wagner and Accept lead singer Udo Dirkschneider, who also joined the boys for a cover of Steppenwolf classic &lsquo;Born To Be Wild&rsquo;, included here as a bonus track. Featured on CD4 is the seemingly inevitable double live album, &lsquo;Live At The Inferno&rsquo;. Across 19 tracks the album proudly states &ldquo;THERE ARE ABSOLUTELY NO OVERDUBS ON THIS ALBUM!!&rdquo; Following its release, Raven would sign a major label deal with Atlantic Records, relocating to the States for further fame and fortune, with the band still regularly gigging and releasing records today. Bonus tracks include 'Wiped Out', the &lsquo;Crash Bang Wallop EP&rsquo;, 'The Ballad Of Marshall Stack', 'Inquisitor' and 'Power And The Glory', as well as an extensive liner note from renowned NWOBHM expert John Tucker.

Over The Top - The Neat Years (1981-84)

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