As an elder Millennial, the triumphant comeback of CDs that many outlets are reporting has been one of the more confusing (yet kinda heartwarming) stories of 2024. Amazon’s Cyber Monday CD and vinyl sale features a ton of current and classic LPs available to nab on the cheap in a variety of lovely physical formats, so I thought I’d spend some time picking out a batch of iron-clad classic metal albums that should absolutely be in your collection. You’re welcome! And while you’re here, don’t forget to check out our own Louder Cyber Monday music deals hub, featuring all the deals on music, collectables, merch and tech that you need to know about.
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Merlin moved into his role as Executive Editor of Louder in early 2022, following over ten years working at Metal Hammer. While there, he served as Online Editor and Deputy Editor, before being promoted to Editor in 2016. Before joining Metal Hammer, Merlin worked as Associate Editor at Terrorizer Magazine and has previously written for the likes of Classic Rock, Rock Sound, eFestivals and others. Across his career he has interviewed legends including Ozzy Osbourne, Lemmy, Metallica, Iron Maiden (including getting a trip on Ed Force One courtesy of Bruce Dickinson), Guns N’ Roses, KISS, Slipknot, System Of A Down and Meat Loaf. He has also presented and produced the Metal Hammer Podcast, presented the Metal Hammer Radio Show and is probably responsible for 90% of all nu metal-related content making it onto the site.
