SABBRABELLS sailing on the revenge K28P630

Sailing onto the Major Scene: Sabbrabells’ ‘Sailing On The Revenge’ (K28P-630)

Let’s explore the major label debut from the theatrical and dark Japanese heavy metal band Sabbrabells. This is “Sailing On The Revenge,” released on June 5, 1986, via the Nexus label (King Records) with the catalog number K28P-630. This releasey includes the original obi strip.

Following their highly regarded independent releases (a self-titled album in 1983 and the “Dog Fight” EP in 1985), “Sailing On The Revenge” marked the band’s anticipated major label debut and second full-length album overall. Sabbrabells had already built a formidable reputation in the underground with their unique, dark, theatrical style and impressive live shows.

Produced by the band themselves, this 10-track album delivers their signature sound, blending traditional heavy metal power with a dark, often menacing atmosphere and a unique vocal style. It features a mix of new material and re-recordings of three tracks from their independent days (“Devil’s Rondo,” “Hakai,” “Kagamibari No Heya”), presenting them with a more polished major label production. Tracks like the impressive “Moon Struck,” the dramatic “Kagamibari No Heya,” the ballad “Your Song,” and the melodic, twin-guitar-driven title track showcase the band’s dynamic range.

While perhaps slightly less raw than their indie work, “Sailing On The Revenge” (K28P-630) is a landmark album that brought Sabbrabells’ unique, satanic, and theatrical vision to a wider audience. It’s a classic of the era, capturing their distinct world view and powerful twin-guitar attack, making it an essential piece of 80s J-Metal history. Initial copies also included a large poster for fans.