Name: Gates to Purgatory
Brand: Running Wild

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4050538844689

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Yellow

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Limited edition

Release date

2023-04-07

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WEA /­ ADA

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Sales:8.875

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Yellow LP

Artist

Running Wild

Genre US

Metal

Label US

Noise Records

Running Wild is a German heavy metal band that was formed in 1979 in Hamburg. The band originated from the group 'Granite Hearts' which was created by *Rolf Kasparek* in 1976. Known for their energetic and powerful sound, Running Wild has become one of the most influential bands in the heavy metal genre.

With a career spanning over four decades, Running Wild has released numerous albums and gained a dedicated fan base worldwide. Their music combines elements of traditional heavy metal with themes inspired by pirates, history, and fantasy. This unique blend has earned them a distinct place within the metal community.

Influenced by bands such as Grave Digger, Virgin Steele, and Rage among others, Running Wild's music is characterized by catchy guitar riffs, pounding drums, and powerful vocals. Their energetic live performances have captivated audiences around the globe.

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Gates to Purgatory is the debut studio album by German heavy metal band Running Wild, released in 1984. It predates their piracy themes and has mostly satanically-influenced lyrics but also features songs with anarchic and libertarian (in the sense of European libertarianism) themes. It was in part of Gerald "Preacher" Warnecke's studies in theology. He left the band soon after the album's release to become a priest

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