Various Artists - U.S. Metal Compilations 1981 - 1984 (Shrapnel Records)

Various Artists - U.S. Metal Compilations 1981 - 1984 (Shrapnel Records)

I was given the challenge to find these vinyl compilations, and it was easier than I imagined as they were available as single tracks on Youtube. I've tidied things up a bit, although there is still crackle in a few places, split the tracks and tagged everything. I grew out of Thrash and Speed Metal when I was like 21 or 22, the same time I gave up on Hardcore Punk. Just prefered the whole Glam/Sleaze/Gutter Punk/Bluesy thing to the over twiddly twiddly shouty shouty thing. Oddly though I've continued to love Death and Black Metal. These are a nostalgic trip to my teenage and early adult years. So pull out the old Battle Jacket from the attic, throw those horns and bang your head. A great trip down memory lane. 

[1981] Various Artists - U.S. Metal - Unsung Guitar Heroes

[1982] Various Artists - U.S. Metal Vol. II - Unsung Guitar Heroes

[1983] Various Artists - U.S. Metal Vol. III - Unsung Guitar Heroes

[1984] Various Artists - U.S. Metal Vol.  IV - Unsung Guitar Heroes

Various Artists - U.S. Metal Compilations 1981 - 1984 (Shrapnel Records)