{"product_id":"rhabstallion_back-in-the-saddle_2021_zyx","title":"Back in the saddle","description":"Of course, we could now tell the whole story of this British band, but that would exceptionally not suit the character of the album \"Back In The Saddle\". So let's push the reference to the NWOBHM a little further and talk about what this new record means for all fans, from rockers to metalheads: a highlight of 2021, an ultimate surprise, proof that even seasoned men can give free rein to their youthful energy, and finally an album that fits perfectly with camping at Wacken as well as the ghetto explosion at underground festivals for insiders. This tightrope walk can only work if you don't force it deliberately, but simply celebrate the music you love, as Rhabstallion does! Of course, Rhabstallion are anything but non-names! On the cult sampler \"New Electric Warriors\" (1980, Logo Records), which serious NWOBHM collectors (must) have in their collection, the group made sure people noticed them first. Harder and more expensive is the 1981 single \"Day To Day\/Breadline\", which is a true rarity today. An appearance on the BBC show \"Bubbling Under\" was the next highlight. However, the band's career could not be built on this foundation. For various reasons, Rhabstallion disbanded despite offers from record labels. In 1994, the Vinyl Tap label released a sort of Best Of titled \"Day To Day\" on CD and the band appeared in the NWOBHM books published by Iron Pages. Since then, the name has become established in fan and collector circles. Since 2018, Rhabstallion is back, and even in its original line-up! Their performance at the Brofest in Newcastle was praised by many reviews, notably with superlatives like \"best band of the whole festival\". This energy is now found on \"Back In The Saddle\", which consists of old and new compositions. The production is at the upper limit of \"oldschool\", but it is simply not modern. This also applies to the songs, which do not try to \"mix old and modern\", which does not work with this kind of act. Rhabstallion brings the traditional values of the NWOBHM into the year 2021, without worrying about anything or anyone else. Everything is authentic, yet punchy and skillfully produced - which is damn rare for an \"old band\" that comes back!","brand":"Rhabstallion","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57447892943192,"sku":null,"price":20210402.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/4943\/0360\/files\/0194111007826.jpg?v=1780613093","url":"https:\/\/vinyles.com\/en\/products\/rhabstallion_back-in-the-saddle_2021_zyx","provider":"Vinyles.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}