Marking its 40th anniversary this year, METAL BLADE RECORDS is proud to present its debut release, Metal Massacre Volume One, for the first time since 1984 on limited-edition vinyl.
Originally released on June 14, 1982, Metal Massacre showcased the best of Los Angeles’ unsigned acts of the time such as METALLICA, RATT and MALICE, and has since become a cornerstone of Metal Blade Records.
This special release will be available worldwide on April 22, 2022.
The 40th anniversary reissue track list includes all songs originally featured on the first and second pressing of the iconic compilation. A limited-edition Ruby Red vinyl variant will be available to 5000 copies worldwide at Metal Blade Records, and 2,000 copies pressed on clear vinyl exclusively available at
metallica.com
