{"product_id":"loudness-thunder-in-the-east","title":"Loudness - Thunder in the East","description":"\u003cp\u003eLoudness’s \u003cem\u003eThunder in the East\u003c\/em\u003e is a landmark album that brought Japanese heavy metal to the global stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally released in 1985, this powerhouse record climbed to No. 74 on the Billboard charts—a remarkable achievement for an international metal band at the time. Packed with high-octane energy and blistering guitar work, the album solidified Loudness’s place in the heavy metal pantheon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing standout tracks like the anthem \u003cstrong\u003e“Crazy Nights,”\u003c\/strong\u003e the fiery \u003cstrong\u003e“Heavy Chains,”\u003c\/strong\u003e and the melodic \u003cstrong\u003e“Never Change Your Mind,”\u003c\/strong\u003e this album is a masterclass in 80s metal. Akira Takasaki’s guitar solos and Minoru Niihara’s powerful vocals make every track unforgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReissued by Wounded Bird in 2003, this edition gives fans a chance to rediscover Loudness’s groundbreaking sound. For fans of classic metal and hard rock, \u003cem\u003eThunder in the East\u003c\/em\u003e is an essential addition to any collection!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alliance Entertainment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50397218079025,"sku":"664140024625","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/2026\/7313\/files\/565564.jpg?v=1733275385","url":"https:\/\/vinyl.com\/products\/loudness-thunder-in-the-east","provider":"Vinyl.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}