220 VOLT eye to eye SICP4550
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Artist = 220 VOLT
Title = eye to eye
Label = EPIC
Catalog# = SICP4550
Barcode = 4547366245400
Release = JAPAN
Year = 2015
RPM =
Disc Size = 5"
Number of Discs = 1
Mono/Stereo = stereo
13trk, remastered
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A Hidden Gem Unearthed: 220 Volt’s ‘Eye To Eye’ Remaster (SICP 4550)
Today’s entry shines a light on a “hidden masterpiece” from the golden era of Scandinavian metal: the fourth studio album by the Swedish band 220 Volt, titled “Eye To Eye.” We are looking at the 2015 Japanese reissue, released on the Epic label (Sony Music) with the catalog number SICP 4550. This particular copy comes complete with its original obi strip.
Originally released in 1988, this album represents the band’s peak in terms of commercial potential and sonic polish. A major factor in this sound was the involvement of legendary producer Max Norman (known for his work with Ozzy Osbourne, Megadeth, and Loudness). Norman helped the band craft a sound that perfectly balanced their Nordic melodic sensibilities—often compared to compatriots like Europe, TNT, and Alien—with a punchy, radio-ready American hard rock edge.
The album is widely praised by genre enthusiasts as a “no filler” record, packed with catchy hooks and high-quality songwriting. Highlights include the driving opener “The Harder They Come,” the catchy “Beat Of A Heart,” and the standout power ballad “Love Is All You Need,” which perfectly exemplifies the “wet,” sorrowful melody lines characteristic of Northern European metal.
This 2015 edition, released as part of the “Tower Records x Sony Music Special Selection” series, is particularly desirable for collectors. It features a fresh digital remaster that revitalizes the sound. Furthermore, it includes two bonus tracks not found on the original vinyl: “Criminal” and “Still In Love (Remix),” bringing the total tracklist to 13 songs.
SICP 4550 is the definitive way to experience this underappreciated classic, offering a pristine listening experience for fans of 80s melodic hard rock and the Scandinavian metal sound.