Name: Heavy Fire
Brand: Black Star Riders

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Rough Trade

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Extended format: No

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Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Signed copies: No

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Release date

2017-02-03

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NE3884-0

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727361388409

1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

NE3884-1

727361388416

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

NE3884-2

727361388423

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Black Star Riders

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Nuclear Blast

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Metal

Nuclear Blast is a German independent label that specializes in metal and related music styles. Founded in 1987 by Markus Staiger, the label has become a prominent force in the metal industry. With their headquarters located in Donzdorf, Germany, Nuclear Blast Europe serves as a label, mailorder service, wholesale distributor, fulfillment service, and distribution center for several labels across Europe. In addition to their European presence, Nuclear Blast America operates as a US company with similar business tasks in collaboration with Century Media. They also have a South American branch working alongside Century Media.

A typical Nuclear Blast catalogue number follows the format "NB XXXX-F", where F represents the format of the release. This can vary but generally includes limited first editions (such as Digipak or O-Card) for both CD and DVD (-0), LPs or other vinyl formats (-1), jewelcase CDs or promo CDs/DVDs (-2), video tapes or tapes (-3/-4), box sets or limited mailorder editions with bonus CDs/DVDs (-5), some vinyl 7”s (-7), shape CDs (-8), and picture vinyls (-9). Earlier releases may only have three digits.

With an extensive catalog of metal music and an authoritative presence in the industry, Nuclear Blast continues to be a leading label for fans of heavy music

Black Star Riders is a hard rock band formed in December 2012. Comprised of members from the most recent line-up of Thin Lizzy, they decided to record new material under a different name. While Thin Lizzy continues on an occasional basis, Black Star Riders is a full-time band that represents the next step in the evolution of the Thin Lizzy story.

With their distinctive sound and powerful performances, Black Star Riders has garnered a dedicated fan base. Their music combines elements of classic rock with modern influences, creating a unique and captivating sound. Drawing inspiration from bands like The Dead Daisies, The New Roses, and Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons, Black Star Riders brings their own energy and style to the stage.

Known for their electrifying live shows and infectious melodies, Black Star Riders has established themselves as one of the leading forces in hard rock today. With albums like "Heavy Fire" and "Another State of Grace," they continue to push boundaries and captivate audiences around the world. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to their music, experiencing Black Star Riders live is an unforgettable experience.

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Black Star Riders are back – with a new album, a new line-up, and what frontman Ricky Warwick calls “a new energy and chemistry”.In the seven years since Warwick and legendary guitarist Scott Gorham put Black Star Riders together, they have made three of the finest hard rock albums of modern times.In 2013 came the debut »All Hell Breaks Loose«, praised for it's aggressive attack, melodic sensibility, and deep groove consciousness. In 2015 came The Killer Instinct which was described thus: “All ten tracks here would sound glorious blasting from a jukebox in the best spit ’n’ sawdust bar in town.” And in 2017 there was Heavy Fire, a top 10 hit in the UK, acclaimedfor its “glorious, free-roaming twin-lead guitars”, “jubilant songs”, and the band’s ability to “distil hard rock to its elemental state”. As Warwick says, “We’ve set the bar higher with every album.” And as Gorham describes album number four, Another State Of Grace: “This is the best one we’ve done. There’s sophistication in the writing but some really raw intentions there too. It’s very cool.”

Heavy Fire

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