Guardians Of The Flame - Virgin Steele - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Virgin Steele’s 'Guardians Of The Flame' captures a crucial moment in early 80s American metal, where ambition and melody collided in thrilling ways. Released in 1983, this album is the sound of a band pushing beyond the hard rock boundaries of their debut, embracing epic themes and symphonic flourishes that forecasted the genre’s evolution. David DeFeis’s commanding vocals and keyboard work, paired with Jack Starr’s expressive guitar, create a sense of grandeur rarely matched by their peers. The title track and 'Don’t Say Goodbye (Tonight)' stand out for their theatricality, but the whole album pulses with a sense of adventure—a call to arms for those who crave metal that’s both fierce and imaginative. 'Guardians Of The Flame' isn’t just a record; it’s a chronicle of a band daring to be bigger, bolder, and more emotionally resonant. For collectors, this album is a vital snapshot of American metal’s formative years, before the genre’s mainstream explosion. For listeners, it’s a portal to an era where drama and musicianship went hand in hand—a must for anyone seeking the roots of epic, melodic rock. Track List: A1 - Don't Say Goodbye (Tonight) - A2 - Burn The Sun - A3 - Life Of Crime - A4 - The Redeemer - B1 - Birth Through Fire - B2 - Guardians Of The Flame - B3 - Metal City - B4 - Hell Or High Water - B5 - Go All The Way - B6 - A Cry In The Night -