New Orleans metal band Razor White will finally have vinyl releases for the first time ever. Back in 1988, Razor White released their now legendary demo cassette (aka ’88 Demo) followed by the release of their first and only full-length album, Just What the Doctor Ordered via Lost Realm Records.
Lost Realm had this to say about the ’88 Demo being released on vinyl:
Being a very special band for our team, it is with enormous pleasure that we finally present the vinyl edition of RAZOR WHITE as one of the first vinyl releases to be available in 2024!
When talking about heavy metal from New Orleans, Louisiana, it’s impossible not to mention RAZOR WHITE. Although the band is partly known for being the first band that Philip Anselmo (PANTERA, DOWN, NECROPHAGIA) was part of, RAZOR WHITE represents much more than that, especially for aficionados of heavy metal made in the United States. An example of this is the tremendous 1988 cassette (“The Black Demo”), which contains a valuable proof of what late 80’s US Metal could offer.
Even though the band’s influences are obvious, RAZOR WHITE with its debut demo cassette manages to bring a set of original songs that simply become irresistible for anyone who appreciates Melodic Power Metal made in the United States. Songs like “Never Cry Wolf”, “What My Eyes Have Seen” and “Damage Is Done” were a perfect invitation to a band still at the beginning of its career.
Released on vinyl for the first time and remastered for the best sound experience. Essential for all US Metal, Melodic Metal and Hard Rock fans!
Limited to 350 copies (250x on black vinyl + 100x on white vinyl), this edition includes:
• 350g hi-gloss cardboard cover
• A3 insert/poster with band biography, song lyrics and photos
• Band promo photo
• Hand numbered certificate card
Scheduled release date: April 12th, 2024.
Tracklist
Side A:
1. Never Cry Wolf
2. What My Eyes Have Seen
3. Dog Eat Dog
4. Come On Strong
5. The Damage Is Done
Side B:
1. Dog Eat Dog (Alt. Version)
2. Damage Is Done (Alt. Version)
3. Home Of The Brave (Unreleased)
Pre Order Here: https://www.lostrealmrecords.com/#!/RAZOR-WHITE-Razor-White-WHITE-LP/p/631373001/category=0
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About Just What the Doctor Ordered:
The 1991 album “Just What The Doctor Ordered” represented the natural next step for many bands at the time: an album with a better production and more mature, only released on CD, being nowadays a highly sought after collectors item.
Released on vinyl for the first time and remastered for the best sound experience. Essential for all US Metal, Melodic Metal and Hard Rock fans!
Limited to 350 copies (250x on black vinyl + 100x on orange vinyl), this edition includes:
• 350g hi-gloss cardboard cover
• A3 insert/poster with band biography, song lyrics and photos
• Band promo photo
• Hand numbered certificate card
Scheduled release date: April 12th, 2024.
Follow the band at www.razorwhite.com
Tracklist
Side A:
1. Backdoor To Heaven
2. Get Close To Me
3. Little Bit Of Faith
4. Made In Paradise
5. 2 Young 2 B In Love
Side B:
1. Someday
2. Back Into My Heart
3. Can’t Shake The Heartache
4. The Day We Said Goodbye
5. Little Bit Of Faith (2020 version)
Pre Order Here: https://www.lostrealmrecords.com/#!/RAZOR-WHITE-Just-What-The-Doctor-Ordered-ORANGE-LP/p/631309899/category=0
RAZOR WHITE BIO:
Razor White was born in New Orleans Louisiana in 1986. The band featured a young, powerhouse vocalist named Philip Anselmo along with guitarists Matt Thomas and Jimmy (Hipp) Davis, bassist Craig Cazubon and drummer (Psycho) Steve Joseph.
Playing metal covers of the day from Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Motörhead and the like, the band garnered a strong local following in the New Orleans area. Bassist Craig Cazubon was replaced by Wip Buras shortly thereafter and the band was gaining steam as a live act to be reckoned with. The band started writing originals around this time with some of the more popular songs being Never Cry Wolf and Come On Strong. Performing regionally at this point, the band was becoming a strong draw across the Southern United States.
In 1989, vocalist Philip Anselmo got an offer to join an up-and-coming band from Texas called Pantera. He made the decision to leave and the band soon hired New Orleans born singer Troy Marks to step in. R.C. Holmes was also recruited to play bass around this time, but Wip Buras was to return shortly thereafter.
The band continued on with strong momentum touring all around the United States with acts such as Foghat, Zebra, Robin Trower, Lillian Axe and more. Continued writing led them to release what is now known as the Black Demo. Consisting of 5 songs, it drew the attention of the major labels and the band soon found its way to New York.
Showcasing for major label record companies, the band was asked to write a batch of more radio friendly material. This studio session led to the ultimate independent release called, “Just What The Doctor Ordered.” With songs such as “Backdoor To Heaven” and “Back Into My Heart”, the release was met with positive reviews and sold a ton of copies. With label interest dissipating and the direction of the band in question, Razor White disbanded in 1992.
Troy Marks went on to have a successful career in music with his New Orleans band, No Idea. He has also released two solo records called, Illumino and Godspeed. Steve Joseph went on to have a very successful career as a road manager and pyrotechnic engineer for artists such as Pantera, Florida Georgia Line and many others. Jimmy (Hipp) Davis retired from the music business completely and has a beautiful family in Louisiana. Matt Thomas went on to perform in New Orleans bands Butt Ugly and Crowbar before becoming a lawyer. Wip Buras released an album, singing and playing bass, under the name Fall From Grace that was very well received. Philip Anselmo went on to become the legendary frontman for Pantera and single-handedly revolutionized metal singing as we know it.
– Troy Marks, 2022
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