Some links and additional details from Chuck’s Picks, from the Record Store Day Website:
A Day To Remember – Attack Of The Killer B-Sides
15th Anniversary Edition of A Day To Remember’s Attack of the Killer B-Sides
The 2010 EP weaves together both original tracks (“Right Where You Want To Be” and “Another Song About The Weekend”) and covers (“Since You Been Gone” and “Over My Head (Cable Car)”) to seamlessly showcase the band’s signature hardcore sound.
This limited-edition 10” pressing has been cut at 45 RPM on neon orange vinyl exclusively for Record Store Day 2025.
Black Sabbath – The Eternal Idol
The Eternal Idol is the 13th album from Black Sabbath, originally released in late 1987. Now available for the first time domestically on 140g red translucent vinyl.
It’s the first Sabbath album to feature vocalist Tony Martin, who would sing across five Sabbath studio albums between 1987-1995 (excluding 1992’s Dehumanizer). Features the hit “The Shining”.
Carcass – Necroticism – Descanting The Insalubrious
Liverpool’s legendary death metal pioneers Carcass (who still tour extensively to this day) are often credited with shaping the entire death metal genre. Pushing boundaries with their shocking imagery whilst evolving and innovating with each new album. Necroticism – Descanting The Insalubrious is Carcass’ third studio album and the first to feature guitarist Michael Amott. The album was well received by press and fans upon its original release in 1991 and ranked in Rock Hard magazine’s Top Rock/Metal Albums of All Time.
This special edition features redrawn artwork by artist Wayne Nichols (Marvel Comics) and pressed on translucent green color vinyl exclusively for Record Store Day 2025.
Goblin – L’altro Inferno/The other Hell – O.S.T.
UNRELEASED GOBLIN SOUNDTRACK FOR 1980’S CULT HORROR B-MOVIE
“The Other Hell” (L’Altro Inferno) is a 1981 horror movie that was explicitly filmed to exploit the success of Dario Argento’s “Inferno”, even if it has little to nothing in common with it. Set in a convent, the film unabashedly mixes demonic possessions, paranormal phenomena, black magic rituals and murders. Goblin’s soundtrack consists of various tracks and outtakes from “Buio Omega”, “Patrick” and “Il Fantastico Viaggio del Bagarozzo Mark” that have been accurately put together for this special and unique release; that’s also the main reason why “The Other Hell” is a cult movie especially among American and Japanese horror fans. For the first time ever, Cinevox is releasing this score in a deluxe vinyl edition that will delight collectors and fans alike. Welcome to the (other) hell! Record Store Day 2025 exclusive clear fuchsia vinyl pressing with triple gatefold cover. Artwork by Fernando Proietti in cooperation with the Scuola Romana del Fumetto. Insert with liner notes written by Fabio Capuzzo. Audio mastered in cooperation with Fabio Capuzzo.
Deicide – Once upon the Cross (30th ANNIVERSARY)
From the cover art to the lyrics, death metal legends Deicide didn’t give an inch when it came to their uncompromising anti-church stance on their 1995 release Once Upon the Cross. In fact, the album included samples from the film The Last Temptation of Christ, which was itself accused of blasphemy.
For its 30th anniversary, Record Store Day is giving Once Upon the Cross its American vinyl debut with a fresh remastering for vinyl by Mike Milchner at Sonic Vision Mastering and a blue, red, and gray “autobots” pressing complete with printed inner sleeve featuring lyrics.
Limited to 2500 copies worldwide.
Judas Priest – Live In Atlanta ’82
Previously only available on CD as part of the 50 Heavy Metal Years Of Music boxset, Judas Priest’s incendiary performance from the Atlanta stop of their World Vengeance tour, recorded at the Omni, 11th December 1982 will be released as a double LP solid red vinyl set for Record Store Day 2025.
Scott Ian – BLACK KNIGHT SWORD OF RAGE (Music From The Original Pinball Soundtrack)
Written and performed by heavy metal gods Scott Ian (Anthrax) and Brendon Small (Metalocalpyse, Dethklok) for the classic Stern Pinball machine. This vinyl release will be an instant collectible with colored vinyl to match the non-stop shred fest contained within.
Twelve instrumental songs are blisteringly fast and intensely melodic as they brutally slam from one song into the next. With its jaw-dropping double kick pedal punches and lightning-speed slashing guitars, many of the songs would have been at home during the Dethklok concerts featured on Adult Swim’s Metalocalpyse.
Limited to 1200 copies, with liner notes by Scott Ian on purple marbled colored vinyl.
Hank III – Rebel Within
Unlike most post-millennium country “outlaws,” Hank Williams III has actually been fighting against something concrete instead of just nursing a bad attitude. Hank III likes his music as strong as his drink, and includes both his hard-edged trad-styled country and his “hellbilly” thrash metal project Assjack. There’s an undercurrent of metal/punk creeping through a few tracks on Rebel Within (the bursts of Cookie Monster vocals on the title cut and the breakneck finale of “Drinkin’ Over Momma”), but for the most part, this is the most straight forward country music Hank III has released since 2002’s Lovesick, Broke and Drifitin’; Billly Contreras fiddle, Andy Gibson’s steel guitar, and Johnny Hiland’s guitar give these songs a classic acoustic honky tonk feel while adding just enough electric elements to keep this from sounding like an exercise in retro-nostalgia. More than one writer has noted that Hank III sounds a lot more like his grandfather Hank Williams than his dad Hank Willimas Jr. ever did, and he writes the kind of melodies that suit his weathered, soulful twang just right. Rebel Within captures a tone of bad luck and trouble with a grace and gravity that’s manna from heaven for fans of 100-proof roadhouse music. Rebel Within is strong, heartfelt work that proves Hank III hasn’t turned his back on pure country music. Pressed on acid-washed colored vinyl!
Motörhead – The Löst Tapes, Vol. 6 (Live In Berlin 1992)
The Löst Tapes, Vol. 6, taken from the band’s own archive, features Motörhead recorded live at the Eissporthalle Berlin on December 14, 1992.
Released for the first time as a 2 x LP set on Purple vinyl, exclusively for Record Store Day 2025.
Rage Against The Machine – Live On Tour 1993
Rage Against The Machine Live On Tour 1993 is a compilation of completely untouched and unmixed live recordings from the band’s first world tour. It’s like stepping back in time to witness the explosive performances that defined the band. The vinyl includes an etching and three sides of music, preserving the intensity and rawness of each show.
The Sword – Warp Riders (15th Anniversary Edition)
Warp Riders, Local rock outfit The Sword’s iconic third album, returns with a crucial 15th Anniversary Edition. The definitive edition of doom metal’s finest foray into sci-fi.
Remixed and remastered from the original sessions, and housed in a stunning embossed mirror board jacket, this pressing is limited to 4,000 copies worldwide on “Sea of Pyres” colored vinyl.
Sweet – Desolation Boulevard – 50th Anniversary (Live & Demos)
In celebration of its 50th anniversary, Desolation Boulevard marks the third studio album by British glam rock band The Sweet, originally released in the US in 1975.
Recognized as one of their most iconic works, the album blends glam rock and hard rock elements, Desolation Boulevard captures The Sweet’s vibrant energy, marked by memorable choruses, infectious hooks, and a distinct glam rock sound that helped shape the era.
Classic tracks like “Set Me Free” and “Fox on the Run” are featured, both of which became defining hits for the band.
This special edition includes newly uncovered recordings from guitarist Andy Scott’s tape archives.
~Chuck
