SAVATAGE's 'Ghost In The Ruins' To Be Released On Vinyl With Bonus Tracks, Liner Notes, Photos And Memorabilia

During the past two years, earMUSIC has given SAVATAGE fans and metal collectors a true treasure: the greatly desired LP reissue series of all studio albums. These carefully curated collector's editions of high-quality, heavyweight 12-inch LPs — all released in chronological order and enriched with gorgeous gatefold covers, extensive liner notes and other nifty extras — quickly turned out to become real fan favorites.

Now it's time to put the icing on the cake with a memoir to an exceptional man, held dearly by fans, family and fellow musicians alike — Criss Oliva: The band's 1995 live album and tribute "Ghost In The Ruins" has found its way into this classy collection and will be released for the very first time on vinyl on October 27, 2023.

There are many guitar players who can play all the riffs — but there are very few who shape a distinct sound to such an extent that it becomes a milestone in the evolution of a musical genre. Criss Oliva was such a musician. To honor the legacy of Criss and his unmistakably unique work, SAVATAGE is now presenting the LP edition of "Ghost In The Ruins". This album displays the grace, emotion, and poetry of Criss's most memorable solos. It comes from the hearts of the two brothers Criss and Jon Oliva. As Jon reflects on his brother's work: "I think deep down inside, it bothered him that he wasn't getting the recognition that a lot of people think he deserved, but he would just go, 'Whatever. I'll have my day.' But he was a great man — a one-of-a-kind guitar player. I wonder what he would be like now."

The original "Ghost In The Ruins" track listing consists of eleven songs and two instrumentals, carefully selected from the live performances during the years 1987 to 1990, depicting four albums, the respective tours and unforgettable moments. This limited LP edition on marbled orange/black vinyl includes three bonus tracks, taken from a 1987 SAVATAGE concert in Cleveland, Ohio - 'Devastation', 'Beyond The Doors Of The Dark' & 'Unusual'. The heavyweight double LP comes in a beautifully designed gatefold cover, black lined inner-sleeves and a high-quality 12-page LP booklet with liner notes, and various archive photos and memorabilia.

To pre-order, visit savatagemerch.myshopify.com.

Criss, who was one of the founding members of SAVATAGE, was killed in October 1993 by a drunk driver when he and his wife Dawn were en route to the Livestock festival in Zephyrhills, Florida. The driver of the other car was found to have a drunk driving record of seven prior DUIs and having a blood alcohol content of .294 percent.

(Source: www.blabbermouth.net)

Roman P-V - 2023-09-02 14:05:24