If you’re into picture disc vinyl, then Rhino Records has a set for you. It’s “Hand of Doom 1970 – 1978 (Picture Disc Boxed Set)”. It comprises the first eight Black Sabbath albums in a box set, but what’s unique here is that they are all picture discs.
This set will release on 18 Aug 2023, and is exclusive to North America. Additionally, it is a limited quantity of 4,000 copies. The collection also includes a large color poster of the band taken in Los Angeles during the summer of 1972 whilst the band were recording Vol. 4.
I have inquired as to whether they’ve been remastered yet again, or they’re just using and existing remaster, but as of right now I do not have that information. If I had to guess, it uses some existing remaster, but I cannot prove that right now. Will update when I get info on this.
I asked as to what mastering of the albums this was, and it is indeed an existing master. The guy at the label inquired from told me this.. “It is likely to be the same mastering as the last Rhino “The Vinyl Collection 1970 – 1978″ vinyl box set from 2019.”
If you’re into picture discs, then this is probably a set for you. You can pre-order now at the Rhino Web store.
Below is the full press release for the album.
DATE: JULY 6, 2023
BLACK SABBATH
HAND OF DOOM 1970 – 1978
Collectible Picture Disc Debut Of 8-LP Boxed Set
Limited & Numbered To 4,000 Copies Available August 18
Exclusive To North America
LOS ANGELES – In 1968, Black Sabbath was formed by Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward. The quartet created a fierce sound that was beyond anything that had been heard before. Throughout the 1970s, the band produced an array of metal classics that set the standard for heavy music and inspired countless generations of fans.
Comprising some of Black Sabbath’s most powerful albums ever produced, HAND OF DOOM features the Complete Original Black Sabbath 1970-1978 collection on picture disc for the first time. The highly collectible set contains the band’s self-titled debut (1970), as well as the multi-platinum Paranoid (1970), the platinum albums Master Of Reality (1971), Vol. 4 (1972), and Sabbath Bloody Sabbath (1973), the gold-certified Sabotage (1975), alongside Technical Ecstasy (1976) and Never Say Die! (1978).
HAND OF DOOM 1970 – 1978 will be available August 18 for $249.98 and is limited to 4,000 copies in North America only. The set is exclusive to the Rhino and Warner Music Canada stores. Pre-orders are available now HERE.
The boxed set includes each album’s artwork printed on Side A. The self-titled debut, Vol. 4, Technical Ecstasy, and Sabbath Bloody Sabbath feature the original back album artwork on Side B. Paranoid, Master of Reality, and Sabotage features an album-era photo of the band. The collection also includes a large color poster of the band taken in Los Angeles during the summer of 1972 whilst the band were recording Vol. 4.
HAND OF DOOM 1970 – 1978 comprises a range of Black Sabbath’s most iconic albums throughout the decade. Starting with their self-titled debut LP in the 1970s, which boasted hits like “Black Sabbath” and “N.I.B.” This was followed by the breakthrough album Paranoid in 1971, which featured the popular songs “War Pigs” and “Iron Man.” Fans were then treated to Master Of Reality, Vol. 4, Sabbath Bloody Sabbath, Sabotage, Technical Ecstasy, and Never Say Die! – all of which are included in this comprehensive collection. Some of the standout tracks from these albums include “Snowblind,” “Supernaut,” “Symptom Of The Universe,” and “Hole In The Sky.”
BLACK SABBATH: THE VINYL COLLECTION 1970-1978
Album Listing
Black Sabbath (1970)
Paranoid (1971)
Master Of Reality (1971)
Vol 4 (1972)
Sabbath Bloody Sabbath (1974)
Sabotage (1975)
Technical Ecstasy (1976)
Never Say Die! (1978)
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Track Listing
LP# 1 – Black Sabbath 1970
1. Black Sabbath
2. The Wizard
3. Wasp/Behind The Wall of Sleep/Bassically/N.I.B.
1. Wicked World
2. A Bit of Finger/Sleeping Village/Warning
LP# 2 – Paranoid 1971
1. War Pigs
2. Paranoid
3. Planet Caravan
4. Iron Man
1. Electric Funeral
2. Hand Of Doom
3. Rat Salad
4. Fairies Wear Boots
LP# 3 – Master of Reality 1971
1. Sweet Leaf
2. After Forever
3. Embryo (Instrumental)
4. Children Of The Grave
1. Orchid (Instrumental)
2. Lord Of This World
3. Solitude
4. Into The Void
LP# 4 – Vol. 4 1972
1. Wheels of Confusion
2. Tomorrow’s Dream
3. Changes
4. FX (Instrumental)
5. Supernaut
1. Snowblind
2. Cornucopia
3. Laguna Sunrise (Instrumental)
4. St. Vitus’ Dance
5. Under The Sun
LP# 5 – Sabbath Bloody Sabbath 1974
1. Sabbath Bloody Sabbath
2. A National Acrobat
3. Fluff (instrumental)
4. Sabbra Cadabra
1. Killing Yourself To Live
2. Who Are You?
3. Looking For Today
4. Spirit Architect
LP# 6 – Sabotage 1975
1. Hole in the Sky
2. Don’t Start (Too Late) (instrumental)
3. Symptom Of The Universe
4. Megalomania
1. Thrill Of It All
2. Supertzar
3. Am I Going Insane (Radio)
4. The Writ
LP# 7 – Technical Ecstasy 1976
1. Back Street Kids
2. You Won’t Change Me
3. It’s Alright
4. Gypsy
1. All Moving Parts (Stand Still)
2. Rock ‘N’ Roll Doctor
3. She’s Gone
4. Dirty Women
LP# 8 – Never Say Die 1978
1. Never Say Die
2. Johnny Blade
3. Junior’s Eyes
4. A Hard Road
1. Shock Wave
2. Air Dance
3. Over To You
4. Breakout (Instrumental)
5. Swinging The Chain
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