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**Vulcain – Vinyl (TAPE Format) | Classic French Heavy Metal at Its Rawest** Step into the fiery heart of French heavy metal with **Vulcain’s iconic "Vinyle" album**, now available in an exclusive **TAPE format** at Solstice Eclipse Records & Tapes. This release is a must-have for collectors and aficionados of classic heavy metal, boasting the perfect blend of gritty riffage, thunderous rhythms, and raw vocal power that defined the French metal scene of the 1980s. ### Vulcain: Pioneers of French Heavy Metal with a Lasting Legacy Formed in 1981 in Paris, Vulcain quickly established themselves as one of the most influential bands in the French metal movement, often dubbed the “French Motörhead” for their gritty, riff-driven sound and high-octane energy. Their music blends the aggressive energy of NWOBHM (New Wave of British Heavy Metal) with raw hard rock sensibilities, making them a pivotal bridge between classic metal and modern thrash influences. Through a career spanning over four decades, Vulcain has maintained a loyal fanbase with their uncompromising approach and electrifying live performances. ### The "Vinyle" Album: A Testament to Unfiltered Metal Originally released in 1986, "Vinyle" captures Vulcain in a peak creative moment, channeling heavy riffs, pounding drums, and Marc “Amazone” Ogeret’s signature gravelly vocals into an album that balances melodic hooks with fierce intensity. The album’s production is both punchy and organic, reflecting the raw and unpolished aura of 1980s metal. Tracks like “Rock ‘n’ Roll Secours” and “Sauve Qui Peut” are energetic anthems that showcase the band’s knack for combining catchy choruses with gritty instrumentation. Thematically, "Vinyle" explores classic heavy metal motifs—rebellion, freedom, and the ferocity of rock music itself—set against a backdrop of unmistakably French lyrical identity. Unlike many contemporaries, Vulcain’s commitment to singing in French adds a unique cultural texture to their sound, distinguishing them within the European metal scene. ### Similar Artists & Musical Context Fans of legendary bands like Motörhead, Saxon, and early Iron Maiden will find much to admire in Vulcain’s no-frills, hard-hitting style. Their approach also appeals to followers of bands such as Trust and Sortilège, who pioneered the French language metal scene alongside them. If you appreciate raw, adrenaline-fueled heavy metal with a strong cultural identity, Vulcain’s "Vinyle" is essential listening. ### Why the TAPE Format? This carefully crafted **TAPE edition of "Vinyle"** offers metal collectors and audiophiles a tangible, nostalgic experience reminiscent of the era when Vulcain first stormed stages across France and Europe. The tape’s analog warmth brings out the album’s gritty textures and energetic performances with an authenticity that digital formats sometimes lack. This limited-edition cassette features authentic artwork, rare liner notes, and high-quality tape stock ensuring superior sound fidelity and durability. ### Own a Piece of French Metal History Today Whether you’re a die-hard Vulcain fan or a newcomer eager to discover seminal heavy metal outside the Anglophone mainstream, this **Vulcain "Vinyle" TAPE** is an indispensable addition to your music collection. Revel in the raw power of one of France’s most legendary metal outfits and experience the true spirit of underground heavy metal as it was meant to be heard—on tape, loud and proud. **Claim your copy now at Solstice Eclipse Records & Tapes — the ultimate destination for metal, goth, and extreme music collectors worldwide. Don’t miss out on this authentic slice of French heavy metal heritage!**