ACTION heart raiser 28PL-96

Raising the Stakes: Action!‘s ’Heart Raiser’ (28PL-96)

Action!’s fourth studio album, “Heart Raiser,” was released on the Philips label with the catalog number 28PL-96.

Issued in 1985, this 12-inch vinyl LP arrived during the peak of the Japanese heavy metal (J-Metal) explosion, following their previous energetic releases. “Heart Raiser” finds the band continuing to deliver their signature brand of powerful, straightforward hard rock.

The album showcases Action!’s established sound: high-energy anthems driven by potent guitar riffs, a pounding rhythm section, and the distinctive, commanding vocals that defined the band. As their fourth full-length, it represents Action! operating as a seasoned unit, delivering another solid collection of classic J-Metal tracks tailored for headbanging fans of the era.

28PL-96 captures the consistent power and energy of Action! during the mid-80s. For enthusiasts of no-frills, driving Japanese hard rock from that golden period, “Heart Raiser” remains an essential part of the band’s core discography.