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Be sure to order the impossible-before-now-to-find Apostle related CD that guitarist Matt Harding recorded as a three-piece with his son, Jacob Harding...
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Apostle - Hymns (New-Vinyl, 2026, Retroactive) elite Neo-Classical Heavy Metal!
Artist: Apostle
Album Title: Hymns (1988)
Label: Retroactive Records
Format: Metallic Gold Vinyl, lyrics insert, 200 unit pressing
Product ID: RRV2107
Barcode: 732131699715
Release date: 7/15/2026
KEY COLLECTOR DETAILS
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Prolific 80's Christian Metal band (Florida) w guitar wizard, Matt Harding
- Included epic tracks on iconic Christian metal compilationsĀ East Coast MetalĀ (1989) andĀ White Metal InvasionĀ (1989)!
- Elite neo-classical U.S. power metal
- Band leader, vocalist & guitarist, Matt Harding deserves to rank with the likes of Chris Impellitteri, Rex Carroll (Whitecross) and Carl Grimmark (Narnia)
- Limited to just 200 Metallic Gold Vinyl copies
- Officially licensed from Apostle
- Releases range from 1984-1994
- First time HymnsĀ (1988) is available on Vinyl
- All new artwork reimagined by NLTM Scott Waters
- Part of the exclusive Metal Icon SeriesĀ
- Remastered by Rob Colwell
- 12x12 lyrics insert
- Includes Apostle history
- Includes write-up from Matthew Hunt (Retroactive Records)
- Includes rare band pictures
- For fans of Saint, early Bloodgood, Yngwie Malmsteen, Judas Priest, Messiah Prophet, Sacred Warrior, Stryper, and Paradox
ABOUT THE ALBUM
Apostle ā Hymns (1988) ā Metallic Gold Vinyl (2026 Reissue)
Some albums donāt just belong to their eraāthey quietly influence everything around them.
Apostleās Hymns (1988) is one of those underground gemsāan essential piece of late ā80s Christian metal that helped shape the U.S. power metal landscape but never received the full recognition it deservedā¦ until now.
Emerging from Florida, Apostle delivered a powerful blend of neo-classical precision, melodic structure, and heavy metal intensity, anchored by the remarkable talent of Matt Harding. As guitarist, vocalist, and primary creative force, Hardingās work stands confidently alongside elite players like Chris Impellitteri, Rex Carroll, and Carl Grimmark.
This is elite U.S. neo-classical heavy metalāsharp, technical, and driven by conviction.
Tracks like āVanguardā and āDragon Slayerā showcase blistering guitar work and dynamic songwriting, while āI Am Persuadedā and āThe Swordā highlight the bandās ability to balance melody with power and purpose. Apostleās inclusion on landmark compilations like East Coast Metal and White Metal Invasion cemented their reputation among dedicated fansābut Hymns itself remained largely inaccessible in premium formats for decades.
That changes in a big way with this release.
For the first time ever, Hymns is available on vinyl, and not just any vinylāthis edition arrives on stunning Metallic Gold wax, delivering both sonic and visual impact worthy of its legacy.
Part of the Metal Icon Series, this reissue has been remastered by Rob Colwell, giving the album renewed clarity and punch while staying true to its original character. The package includes a 12x12 full-size lyrics insert, Apostle history, rare band photos, and a new write-up that helps tell the story behind this influential release.
Visually, the album has been completely revitalized with all-new artwork reimagined by NLTMās Scott Waters, bringing a fresh and powerful presentation to this long-overlooked classic.
Strictly limited to just 200 copies worldwide, this is a true collectorās pieceāand once itās gone, itās gone.
If youāre a fan of Saint, early Bloodgood, Yngwie Malmsteen, Judas Priest, Messiah Prophet, Sacred Warrior, Stryper, or Paradox, this belongs in your collection.
TRACKS
1. Ā Ā HymnsĀ Ā Ā
2. Ā Ā VanguardĀ Ā Ā Ā Ā
3. Ā Ā Dragon SlayerĀ Ā
4. Ā Ā I Am PersuadedĀ Ā Ā Ā
5. Ā Ā The SwordĀ Ā Ā Ā Ā
6. Ā Ā Unlimited PowerĀ Ā Ā Ā
7. Ā Ā Split the SkyĀ Ā Ā Ā
8. Ā Ā WaitingĀ Ā Ā
9. Ā Ā Holy SoldierĀ Ā Ā
Hymns/Vanguard/Dragon Slayer/I Am Persuaded/The Sword/Unlimited Power/Split the Sky/Waiting/Holy Soldier
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