Diamond Head is an influential British heavy metal band formed in 1976 in Stourbridge, England. They are considered one of the pioneering bands of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement, which also included bands like Iron Maiden, Saxon, and Def Leppard. Diamond Head is best known for their album Lightning to the Nations, which featured tracks that became classics of the genre. Some of their most famous songs include Am I Evil? Helpless, both featured on this album, were later covered by Metallica, helping to further cement Diamond Head's influence on the thrash metal scene. The band's sound is characterised by powerful riffs, melodic guitar solos, and a blend of hard rock and heavy metal elements. Available on yellow vinyl, including a bonus CD of the full concert recorded live at The London, Astoria, 4th November 2005. Diamond Head line-up on this recording: Brian Tatler: Guitar Karl Wilcox: Drums Nick Tart: Vocals Eddie Moohan: Bass Mills: Guitar
Release date:
                    December 20, 2024
                Label:
                    
                Install our app to receive notifications when new upcoming releases are added.
        
            Recommended equipment and accessories
- 
            
                                    
                    Ortofon 2M Red Cartridge
Features an elliptical stylus that accurately tracks the grooves of vinyl records, delivering a rich, detailed sound with an output voltage of 5.5 mV
 - 
            
                                    
                    Vevor Ultrasonic Cleaner
Thoroughly clean and restore your vinyl records, removing dust, dirt, and grime from every groove without damaging the surface
 - 
            
                                    
                    Phono Preamps - Top Picks
A selection of the best phono preamps for your turntable setup
 - 
            
                                    
                    HumminGuru: Ultrasonic Vinyl Record Cleaner
Advanced ultrasonic technology with customizable cleaning cycles and a large tank capacity to thoroughly remove dust, dirt, and contaminants
 - 
            
                                    
                    Nagaoka MP-110H Cartridge
Features a high-quality elliptical stylus that provides excellent tracking and minimizes distortion, delivering a detailed sound reproduction with an output voltage of 5.0 mV
 
Featured Upcoming Vinyl
- 
            
                
                Edenbridge Set the Dark on Fire [2xLP]
Steamhammer
January 16, 2026 - 
            
                
                Soen Reliance
Silver Lining Music
January 16, 2026 - 
            
                
                Craig David Born To Do It [2xLP]
Legacy Recordings
December 12, 2025 - 
            
                
                Farao Magical Thinking (Cream)
Western Vinyl
November 14, 2025 - 
            
                
                False Reality FADED INTENTIONS (Opaque White)
Hassle Records
November 14, 2025 - 
            
                
                Spite New World Killer (Black Marble)
Rise Records
November 21, 2025 - 
            
                
                Melanie C Sweat
Red Girl Media Ltd.
May 1, 2026 - 
            
                
                The Pogues Rum Sodomy & The Lash [2xLP]
Rhino Records
December 12, 2025 - 
            
                
                Ultravox The Collection (Clear) [4xLP]
Chrysalis
December 5, 2025 - 
            
                
                Bonginator Retrodeath
Testimony Records
November 7, 2025 - 
            
                
                Bros. Landreth Dog Ear (Red)
Birthday Cake Media
November 14, 2025 - 
            
                
                Despised Icon Shadow Work (Red, Black, White Marbled)
Nuclear Blast
November 21, 2025 - 
            
                
                Black Crowes Amorica. [2xLP]
American Recordings
November 14, 2025 - 
            
                
                Joseph Chester Au Revoir Tristesse
Bohemia Records
December 12, 2025