Artist page · 05/07/2026
About
Nine studio albums and live recordings, with original 1989 Blessing In Disguise and 2026 Dead To Rights on heavyweight vinyl.
Metal Church stands as a significant American heavy metal band originating from the San Francisco area. Their sound merges elements of thrash metal, power metal, and traditional heavy metal. Key vocals have included Mike Howe, particularly notable with the 2016 album XI. The band released the self-titled debut album in 1984 and maintained activity through multiple lineups and styles. The discography includes nine studio albums and several live records with vinyl releases on labels such as Music On Vinyl, Rat Pak Records, and Reaper Entertainment.
Collectors will find heavyweight audiophile vinyl editions like the 2014 Blessing In Disguise on 180g black vinyl and the limited edition Dead To Rights from 2026 with multiple pressings worldwide.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Rat Pak Records · 2026
Rat Pak Records · 2024
Rat Pak Records · 2023
Nuclear Blast · 2018
Rat Pak Records · 2017
Nuclear Blast · 2016
Rat Pak Records · 2013
Steamhammer · 2008
Steamhammer · 2006
Steamhammer · 2004
Steamhammer · 1999
Steamhammer · 1998
Rising Sun Productions · 1993
Epic · 1991
Elektra · 1989
Elektra · 1986
Ground Zero Records · 1984Playlist
The tracks that sum up Metal Church's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
This album highlights a pivotal shift with new vocalist Mike Howe, blending thrash intensity and melodic elements, now prized on audiophile vinyl.
Recent studio album featuring thrash and heavy metal, released on numbered heavyweight vinyl with several official pressings internationally.
Live album capturing Metal Church’s 2019 Japanese concerts, released on limited edition heavyweight vinyl showcasing energetic performance.
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Artists who share part of Metal Church's musical DNA.
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Metal Church blends thrash and heavy metal into a distinctive American sound."— Editorial summary
Released in 1989, 'Blessing In Disguise' introduced vocalist Mike Howe, bringing a new direction to Metal Church’s sound, mixing thrash and melody.
The 2026 album 'Dead To Rights' was issued on limited edition heavyweight vinyl by Rat Pak Records and Reaper Entertainment, with pressings in the US and Germany including a numbered edition.
Recorded live during 2019 concerts in Japan, 'The Final Sermon' was released on limited edition vinyl in 2024, with versions offering exclusive studio mix bonus tracks.
The 1984 debut LP was a key early release on Ground Zero Records, establishing the band’s heavy metal foundation and featuring signature tracks like 'Metal Church'.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Metal Church formed in San Francisco, United States, in 1980, developing a sound rooted in heavy and thrash metal.
They have released nine studio albums between 1984 and upcoming 2026, along with live albums and compilations.
Notable heavyweight vinyl releases include Blessing In Disguise (2014 audiophile pressing) and the limited edition Dead To Rights (2026).
Live albums, such as The Final Sermon (recorded in Japan 2019), are released on limited edition LP vinyl and digital formats.
Yes, limited edition numbered pressings exist for albums like Dead To Rights and The Final Sermon, often sought by collectors.
Top tracks include 'Metal Church,' 'Beyond the Black,' and 'Watch the Children Pray,' popular among vinyl collectors and fans.
French collectors can explore releases on Music On Vinyl and Bertus France, including titles like Dark and Human Factor.
Some Metal Church albums, like Dead To Rights and Live 1986, have pressings in both the US and Germany, with price and edition variations.
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