Manowar - Into Glory Ride - Original 1983 Megaforce Vinyl Record LP Shrink Metal
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Manowar - Into Glory Ride - Original 1983 Megaforce Vinyl Record LP - Still in Shrink - EX Condition
Artist: Manowar
Album Title: Into Glory Ride
Format: Vinyl LP
Label: Megaforce Records
Release Year: 1983
Vinyl Condition: EX (Excellent)
Cover Condition: NM (Near Mint, Still in Shrink)
Country: USA (Original Pressing)
Album Significance:
Into Glory Ride is the second studio album by Manowar, released in 1983 on Megaforce Records, and is widely considered a milestone in the development of epic heavy metal and power metal. This album helped establish the band’s larger-than-life persona with its themes of warriors, battles, and honor. It features powerful, symphonic tracks that reflect Manowar’s signature “metal warrior” aesthetic. The record stands as a defining moment for the band, showing their evolution towards a more epic and expansive sound.
Notable Tracks:
• “Gates of Valhalla” – A powerful and atmospheric track featuring soaring vocals and dramatic, symphonic arrangements.
• “Revelation (Death’s Angel)” – A heavy, intense track showcasing the band’s ability to blend speed and epic storytelling.
• “March for Revenge (By the Soldiers of Death)” – A nine-minute epic that epitomizes Manowar’s approach to combining narrative grandeur with thundering metal.
• “Secret of Steel” – A slower, more melodic track that reveals Manowar’s talent for building atmosphere while maintaining a heavy edge.
Recording & Performance Details:
Into Glory Ride is a slower, more atmospheric album compared to Manowar’s debut, but it perfectly encapsulates the band’s evolution into epic metal territory. The record is known for its bombastic sound, long-form compositions, and Eric Adams’ soaring vocals. Joey DeMaio’s bass work adds depth and power to the album’s thunderous sound. The album’s themes of Norse mythology and valor further solidified Manowar’s reputation for producing metal that was larger than life, both musically and thematically.
Vinyl Condition:
• Vinyl: The record is graded EX (Excellent), showing only light signs of handling and play. The vinyl plays cleanly with excellent sound quality, delivering the album’s powerful and atmospheric sound with minimal surface noise.
• Cover: The cover is graded NM (Near Mint) and is still in its original shrink wrap. There are no visible signs of wear or damage, and the artwork remains in pristine condition. The shrink wrap has preserved the cover beautifully, and the spine is fully intact.
Collector’s Note:
This original 1983 Megaforce Records pressing of Into Glory Ride is a true collectible for fans of Manowar and epic metal. Its inclusion in shrink wrap adds to its value and ensures that the cover has been perfectly preserved. The album is a cornerstone of 80s metal and power metal history, making this original pressing a valuable and sought-after addition to any metal vinyl collection. With its EX/NM condition, it’s a fantastic find for fans looking for a pristine copy of this iconic record.
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