Brutal Planet Records Announces New Reissues from Sanctuary, Flotsam And Jetsam and Stuck Mojo!
- Jason Hesley
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SANCTUARY – THE YEAR THE SUN DIED
When Sanctuary returned in 2014 with The Year The Sun Died, the result was far more than a reunion album. It was a triumphant return from one of metal's most respected and influential bands, delivering a dark, powerful, and emotionally charged collection that stood proudly alongside their classic releases.
Featuring the unmistakable voice of Warrel Dane, whose work with Sanctuary and Nevermore helped shape generations of metal fans, The Year The Sun Died combines crushing riffs, haunting melodies, and thoughtful songwriting into one of the strongest albums of the band's career. The performances are inspired throughout, with founding guitarist Lenny Rutledge and guitarist Brad Hull providing a dynamic musical backdrop for Dane's commanding vocals.
Critics and fans alike praised the album for capturing the spirit of Sanctuary's early work while embracing a darker, more mature sound. Tracks such as "Arise and Purify," "Frozen," "Exitium (Anthem of the Living)," and "The World Is Wired" demonstrate a band operating at an exceptionally high level decades after their original formation.
Brutal Planet Records proudly presents the first-ever U.S. Deluxe CD pressing of The Year The Sun Died as part of the Metal Icon Series. Officially licensed from Century Media Records and remastered by Rob Colwell, this collector's edition includes a deluxe O-ring collector sleeve, exclusive band collector card, full-color 16-page booklet, and the bonus track "Waiting For The Sun," Sanctuary's powerful interpretation of the classic song by The Doors.
Sanctuary - The Years the Sun Died +1 (Deluxe CD w/Card/O-ring) Warrel Dane of Nevermore
First-ever U.S. Deluxe CD pressing
• Limited to 1,000 copies worldwide
• Includes exclusive band collector card
• Includes deluxe collector O-ring sleeve
• Part of the Metal Icon Series from Brutal Planet Records
• Officially licensed from Century Media Records
• Remastered by Rob Colwell
• Includes full-color 16-page booklet
• Features legendary vocalist Warrel Dane (Sanctuary, Nevermore)
• Features guitarists Lenny Rutledge (Sanctuary) and Brad Hull (Forced Entry)
• Includes bonus track, "Waiting For The Sun" (The Doors cover)
• Originally released in 2014
TRACKS
1 Arise And Purify 4:13
2 Let The Serpent Follow Me 4:46
3 Exitium (Anthem Of The Living) 4:53
4 Question Existence Fading 4:20
5 I Am Low 5:15
6 Frozen 5:46
7 One Final Day (Sworn To Believe) 3:30
8 The World Is Wired 5:08
9 The Dying Age 4:52
10 Ad Vitam Aeternam 1:30
11 The Year The Sun Died 5:33
Bonus Track
12 Waiting For The Sun (The Doors)
Video: Sanctuary - Frozen (2026 Remaster)
Flotsam & Jetsam - No Place For Disgrace 2014 Re-Record
Originally released in 2014, No Place For Disgrace finds Flotsam & Jetsam revisiting one of the defining albums of their career and giving it new life with modern production, renewed energy, and decades of accumulated experience. Rather than simply recreating the original, the band delivers performances that capture the power and aggression of the classic songs while benefiting from improved recording technology and a sharper sonic attack.
Songs such as "No Place For Disgrace," "Dreams Of Death," "N.E. Terror," and "I Live You Die" retain everything fans loved about the original recordings while gaining added depth, clarity, and impact. The inclusion of the band's take on Elton John's "Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting)" adds an extra dose of attitude and showcases Flotsam & Jetsam's ability to make any song their own.
For decades, Flotsam & Jetsam have remained one of thrash metal's most respected institutions. From their early connection to Jason Newsted through countless tours, acclaimed releases, and a fiercely loyal fan base, the band continues to stand as a pillar of the genre. Their influence and staying power have earned them a lasting place among thrash metal's elite.
This Brutal Planet Records / Limited Run Vinyl edition marks the first time the 2014 recording has been pressed on vinyl in the United States. Pressed as a deluxe 2-LP gatefold on Mystic Dusk vinyl and limited to just 500 copies, the release is further enhanced by a custom Side D etching featuring the Flotsam & Jetsam logo, making it a standout addition to any metal vinyl collection.
KEY FEATURES & COLLECTOR DETAILS
• Band-supported reissue
• Officially licensed from Metal Blade Records
• First-ever vinyl pressing in the United States of the 2014 re-recorded edition
• Limited to 500 copies worldwide
• Double LP gatefold presentation on Mystic Dusk vinyl
• Etched Flotsam & Jetsam logo on Side D
• Re-recorded 2014 version of the band's thrash metal classic
• Features updated performances and modern production while retaining the spirit of the original recordings
• Includes fan favorites "No Place For Disgrace," "Dreams Of Death," "I Live You Die," and more
• Includes a powerful cover of Elton John's "Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting)"
Video: Flotsam & Jetsam - Dreams of Death (2014) 2022 Remaster
Stuck Mojo - Declaration of a Head Hunter
Released in 2000, Declaration of a Headhunter arrived at a pivotal moment in heavy music. While rap-metal was reaching mainstream popularity, Stuck Mojo continued to chart their own course, delivering an album that balanced crushing groove metal riffs, socially conscious lyrics, hardcore attitude, and memorable songwriting. Rather than following trends, the band refined and strengthened the sound they had helped pioneer years earlier.
Produced by Andy Sneap, the album captures Stuck Mojo at the height of their creative powers. Tracks such as "Set The Tone," "Raise The Deadman," "Declaration," and "The Ward Is My Shepherd" combine massive riffs, infectious grooves, and sharp lyrical commentary into a powerful statement that remains every bit as relevant and hard-hitting today as it was upon its original release.
For many fans, Declaration of a Headhunter represents one of the strongest releases in the band's catalog. The album expanded the band's audience while maintaining the heaviness, authenticity, and aggressive edge that had earned them a devoted following. Its unique blend of groove metal, rap-metal, and hard rock helped distinguish Stuck Mojo from the growing number of bands entering the genre at the turn of the millennium.
This Brutal Planet Records vinyl edition marks the long-awaited return of Declaration of a Headhunter to the format collectors have sought for years. Mastered specifically for vinyl by Rob Colwell and pressed on vibrant Ocean Blue Swirl vinyl, this release features the original album artwork, a 4-panel poster insert, and the bonus track "Reborn." Limited to just 500 copies worldwide, it represents the first vinyl pressing in more than two decades, with the only previous vinyl edition being a scarce German pressing from 2000. For longtime fans and serious vinyl collectors, this is an opportunity to own one of Stuck Mojo's most celebrated albums in a premium collector's format.
KEY FEATURES & COLLECTOR DETAILS
• Official Brutal Planet Records vinyl edition
• Officially licensed from Century Media Records
• Mastered for vinyl by Rob Colwell
• Limited to 500 copies worldwide
• Pressed on Ocean Blue Swirl vinyl
• Includes 4-panel poster insert
• Features the original 2000 album artwork
• First vinyl pressing in more than two decades
• Only previous vinyl edition was a rare German pressing released in 2000
• Includes bonus track "Reborn"
• Produced by Andy Sneap
• Landmark release from one of rap-metal's pioneering bands
• Features fan favorites "Set The Tone," "Raise The Deadman," "Declaration," and "The Ward Is My Shepherd"
• Combines groove metal, hardcore aggression, and hip-hop influences into a distinctive and influential sound
• Acclaimed turn-of-the-century release that expanded the band's audience while retaining its aggressive edge
Video: Stuck Mojo - Set The Tone (2026 Remaster)
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