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Zur Gabriel – Demos 1985–1986
2026 Remastered CD Import
Only 30 copies available.
Originally recorded in 1985 and 1986, these two complete demos have long circulated as underground Christian metal folklore. Now, for the first time ever, they’ve been officially remastered and reissued on CD by Lost Jewel Records in Spain.
If you love discovering lost 80s Christian metal gems before the rest of the market catches on, this is exactly that kind of release.
We were only able to import 30 copies.
When they’re gone — they’re gone.
This is classic mid-80s melodic metal from California — powerful vocals, soaring leads, and that unmistakable European-influenced shred energy.
For fans of:
⚡ Yngwie Malmsteen
⚡ Riot
⚡ Rainbow
There is also strong indication that James/Jamie Salters (later of The Brave) played on this early demo material — adding another layer of historical interest for Christian rock collectors.
Packaging Details:
💿 Jewel case CD
📦 Includes slipcase
🎚 Fully remastered
🔥 First official CD reissue ever
Secure one of the 30 copies now.
Track Listing:
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Wandering Stars
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Backstabber
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Knock at Your Door
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The Awakening
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Standing in the Battle Line
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Seven Thunders
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Kneel to the King
BIOGRAPHY
Zur in the bible means Rock and Gabriel means man of God.
Zur Gabriel originally started off as a 4 piece in early 1984 in Hayward Ca then the whole band move to Southern Ca to be in the L.A scene.
Tony Quinn - Guitar/Vocals
James Salters - Bass/Lead vocalist
Bill Hawkin - Guitar
Neil Egan - Drums
In early 1985 Bill Hawkins left the band. in mid 1985 ZG as a 3 piece did the first demo in a rehearsal warehouse on a 4 track reel to reel recorder. Soon after guitarist Gerard Medicis join the band for a few months. In mid 1986 Gerard and Neil Egan left the band.
Tony and James tried to soldier on, and in the fall of 1986 recorded a new demo on a 4 track cassette with drummer Andy Bacon. This demo was basically just to float around to find another guitarist, It was record in a weekend in Tony’s garage.
Only a few weeks later James Salters was offered a vocalist position in the “The Brave” and a subsequent recording deal, so Zur Gabriel was over.
Side note James Salters and Tony Quinn played in the band Born Again in Hayward Ca from 1980-84 later James and Tony also played in a touring blue grass band from 2011-13.
Special thanks all the fans of Zur Gabriel that keep the dream alive.
Sadly James pass away in 2025.
RE-RELEASE CREDITS
Lyrics & Music by Tony Quinn
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