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AVALON - The Third Move LP
Black vinyl
Imported from Greece's No Remorse Records. Official!!!
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Avalon (20) ‎– The Third Move Label: No Remorse Records (4) ‎– 0723803978078 Format: Vinyl, 12", Album, Limited Edition, Reissue, Special Edition Country: Greece Released: 2021 Genre: Rock Style: Heavy Metal, Hard Rock The Third Move (Vinyl, 12 More Images
Tracklist Position Title/Credits Duration A1 The Courts Of Chaos Music By – M. Huiskamp* A2 Dancer In The Eye Of The Storm Music By – J. Pisters* Words By – The Fox* A3 Hard Loving Man Music By – J. Pisters* Words By – The Fox* A4 Arabesque Music By – J. Pisters* A5 Perfect Illusions Music By – J. Pisters* Words By – The Fox* A6 Necronomicon Music By – M. Huiskamp* B1 Search For The Paragon (The Ancient Part II) B2 Just Call Me Conrad B3 The Ancient (Part I) B4 Corwin's Defeat
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Avalon is a heavy metal band from Sittard, Limburg, Netherlands, that was formed in 1975 under the name Scratch. In 1980, the band changed its name to Avalon.
The Third Move is a highly-regarded yet relatively obscure heavy metal and hard rock release from the Netherlands, originally released as an EP in 1986. The band Avalon was a part of the burgeoning Dutch metal scene, drawing strong influence from the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) and classic metal giants. The album's sound is a vibrant mix of melodic hard rock and traditional heavy metal, characterized by a potent rhythm section, powerful guitar riffs, and strong, clear vocals. For its time, the album was considered a stellar example of melodic metal, and it has since become a sought-after collector's item among fans of vintage metal.
The EP's six tracks showcase the band's compositional skill and musicianship, blending intricate arrangements with accessible hooks. Songs like "The Courts of Chaos" and "Dancer in the Eye of the Storm" are celebrated for their dynamic changes and memorable melodies, while "Hard Lovin' Man" has a raw, rock-and-roll swagger. Although Avalon's original run was short-lived, the album's strong reputation among metal enthusiasts led to several reissues over the years, often including unreleased bonus tracks from various sessions. These reissues have introduced the album to a new generation of listeners, solidifying its status as a cult classic.
The legacy of The Third Move is a testament to the thriving underground metal scenes of the 1980s. While not a household name, Avalon's contribution to the genre is recognized for its high quality and its embodiment of the classic heavy metal sound. The album's influence can be heard in the work of bands who were inspired by the melodic and riff-driven style of the NWOBHM. For fans of traditional heavy metal, The Third Move stands as a compelling example of a band that, despite a brief career, delivered a concise and powerful work of art that has stood the test of time.
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