Retroactive Records Revives Classic Metal Releases
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Retroactive Records has announced limited edition vinyl reissues of titles from Atomic Opera, Seventh Avenue, Apostle, and Petra.

The releases feature the bands' original artwork restored with historical notes and archival context.

Each album is part of Retroactive Records' exclusive Metal Icon Series collection.

The first releases include Atomic Opera's 'For Madmen Only,' a collector's edition CD featuring new liner notes from Frank Hart on the band's creative process.

The album introduces Atomic Opera to a national audience with its unique blend of heavy groove, progressive rock textures, and layered harmonies.

Also announced is Seventh Avenue's 'Between the Worlds' – a German melodic power metal standout that combines speed, harmony guitars, uplifting arrangements, and massive hooks.

Fans of Helloween, Gamma Ray, and Stratovarius will feel right at home with this epic power-metal interpretation of Survivor's “Burning Heart.” Apostle, another influential band in Christian rock history, returns to vinyl with their debut album 'White Metal,' which captures the raw energy of the band's early days.

Featuring remastered tracks and an expanded packaging with contextual notes, this release restores one of Christian metal's best-kept secrets.

The final release features Petra returning after over two decades since their last studio release.

Their new collection, Hope, is a brand-new set of 10 original songs that prove their fire has not faded.

The album features founding guitarist Bob Hartman's signature riffs and songwriting instincts remain razor sharp.

These releases are now available for pre-order at Boone's Overstock Records store.

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