Artist page · 07/07/2026
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Five key LPs from the early 90s to mid-90s, with original German pressings sought after by collectors.
Originating from the UK city Newcastle upon Tyne, Skyclad emerged in 1990 as a group merging thrash metal with folk music, enriched by Celtic influences. Their early albums, released on the German Noise International label, mark key contributions to the folk metal style. Notable LPs include 'The Wayward Sons of Mother Earth' from 1991 and 'A Burnt Offering for the Bone Idol' (1992), showcasing a mix of heavy riffs and violin-led melodies.
Skyclad’s lineup changes over the decade, particularly with vocalists and violinists, influenced their sound progression. The band later incorporated more rock and acoustic elements while maintaining folk roots, reflected in releases such as 1995's 'The Silent Whales of Lunar Sea'.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Listenable Records · 2017
Scarlet · 2009
Demolition Records · 2004
Demolition Records · 2002
Nuclear Blast · 2000
Massacre Records · 1999
Swanlake Records · 1997
Swanlake Records · 1996
Massacre Records · 1996
Noise International · 1995
Noise · 1994
Noise · 1993
Noise International · 1992
Noise International · 1992
Noise International · 1991Playlist
The tracks that sum up Skyclad's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Debut album combining thrash metal and folk elements, recorded for Noise International. Highly regarded original German pressings available.
Second album with increased folk influence including violin and keyboards. Original Noise International test pressings are collectors’ highlights.
Showcases a shift toward folk and thrash metal fusion with politically charged lyrics. Original German pressings prized by vinyl collectors.
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Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
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Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
The name Skyclad refers to Wiccan rituals performed naked, symbolizing equality and social origins.— Band concept
In 1990, Martin Walkyier left Sabbat and teamed with Steve Ramsey from Satan/Pariah to form Skyclad aiming to pioneer pagan folk metal. Graeme English and Keith Baxter completed the initial lineup, signing with Noise International.
'The Wayward Sons Of Mother Earth,' recorded for Noise International in 1991, blended thrash and folk elements featuring violin. German releases remain popular among collectors with original promo white label pressings.
Fritha Jenkins played violin and keyboards on early albums, replaced by Cath Howell, then Georgina Biddle by 1995's 'The Silent Whales Of Lunar Sea', the last album before major lineup shifts.
Released on Noise International, the LP pressed in Germany remains collectible, with prices reaching up to €55 in good condition, especially sought after by folk metal vinyl enthusiasts.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Skyclad was formed in 1990 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
They play folk metal, blending heavy metal with folk and Celtic influences.
'The Wayward Sons of Mother Earth' released in 1991 is their debut album.
Original pressings from the early 1990s, especially German releases, are sought after and can command premium prices.
French collectors can find imports of original German pressings through specialized vinyl stores and online platforms.
Skyclad albums are mostly available as LP albums, including promo and test pressings in some cases.
The band began with thrash metal and incorporated more folk and acoustic elements over time.
Yes, several albums have been reissued with remastered editions and limited editions on vinyl.
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