'THE ITALIAN WAY OF HEAVY METAL' - Originally released in 1983 by Metal Eye in collaboration with Italy's Rockerilla magazine and journalist Beppe Riva, 'Heavy Metal Eruption' was the first compilation dedicated to the Italian hard/heavy rock scene. The album features early and rare tracks from bands such as Strana Officina, Death SS and Crying Steel. This first ever CD-reissue is limited to 500 copies and features remastered sound. TRACKS: 01. Halloween - Vikings 02. Crying Steel - Thundergods 03. Death SS - Black & Violet 04. Strana Officina - Non Sei Normale 05. Rollerball - Wild Town 06. Steel Crown - Prisoners In The Box 07. Elektradrive - The Lord Of The Ring 08. Revenge - Angels In Leather 09. Shining Blade - Freakish Footsteps 10. Ransackers - Deathline