Crystal Project – Crystal Project 2011 (2 CD)
Undoubtedly, Retrospect’s BEST OF 2011 release comes from NY-based CRYSTAL PROJECT. And I would even go as far to say one of Retrospect’s best releases of ALL TIME!! Formerly known as CRYSTAL PISTOL (but changed the name due to confusion with a more recent Canadian band of the same name), CRYSTAL PROJECT were a stunning melodic hard rock / AOR band
Reckless ‎– No Frills 2007
HOLY CRAP – FINALLY ON CD IS THIS AMAZING SLICE OF 80s MELODIC HARD ROCK THAT NEVER GOT THE RECOGNITION IT DESERVED AND SOMEHOW GOT LOST IN THE SHUFFLE. EASILY ONE OF THE BEST HARD ROCK RELEASES OF 1987 , SOUNDING LIKE A MIX OF MAMA’S BOYS , AXTION , KING KOBRA AND HELIX (without the gritty vocals).
Stop, Stop – Barceloningham 2016
BARCELONINGHAM – this album title explains itself, because StOp, sToP! main man Jakob was born in Barcelona and the band’s headquarter is in the UK. Jacob was traveling all around the world to find the perfect people for his vision of a Glam and Hard Rock Band. This included also Los Angeles, where he lived in a caravan behind the famous Whiskey A Go Go. In 2009 he found guitarist Vega, who was also born in Spain and drummer Danny Stix from Bulgaria.
After Shave – Skin Deep (1972) [Reissue 2007] Lossless
Artist: After Shave  Title Of Album: Skin Deep  Year : 1972 / 2007  Country: Switzerland  Genre: Psychedelic / Hard Rock
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Nova Rex – Blow Me Away 1992
A melodic rock gem with incredible hooks and widely considered to be Nova Rex’s finest moment, 1992’s ” Blow Me Away” virtually defined “arena rock” featuring “Alone Tonight” and the power ballad “Think Of Me”. The album showcases JP Cervoni’s dynamic guitar riffs. Sought after by many collectors , Blow Me Away is now widely available for all of you AOR / Hair Metal maniacs!
StOp sToP! – Join The Party (2014)
The story of Jacob A.M. (Bass and singer) has been a wild one. He’s had to move from everywhere he stayed in pursuit of following his crazy passion and chasing dreams. Stop Stop’s songs are pure classic rock, simply epic. Their second album, JOIN THE PARTY!, offers you up a slice of original compositions that would hold their own amongst any set of established artists such as Def Leppard, Motley Crue or Twisted Sister.
Reckless – Disorderly Conduct (2015)
If you are familiar with the classic Reckless album entitled ‘No Frills’ recorded in 1987 and asked yourself “I wonder what happened with those guys”…well they recorded a second album in the early 90s that has never seen the light of day….until now!! While “No Frills” was more of a Melodic Hard Rock sound , this sophomore release finds itself dripping with more Sleaze and garners a more raunchy Hair Metal swagger.
Everafter – Delusions…and other tales 2002
Many say the music is reminiscient of a melodic classic rock style with elements of acoustic driven progressive folk-rock – with thought provoking lyrics. The band leans on 3 part harmonies to accentuate the melody lines. The songs address everything from the struggles of everyday life to hope for the future.
Aura Surreal – Sanity Awakes 2010
Our newest addition to subsidiary Retrothrash Records is a brand new band out of St George , Utah – AURA SURREAL. An awesome blend of Power and Thrash Metal , Sanity Awakes showcase crunching guitar riffs , a stomping rhythm section , shredding solos and powerful melodic vocals – no cookie monsters here.
Wild Rose – Half Past Midnight (2011)
Introducing WILD ROSE! Quite simply , this is an absolutely STUNNING debut album from this fantastic AOR band. Wild Rose encompasses everything we all love about pure AOR. Top-notch vocals , big memorable hooks , melodies galore , some of the tastiest guitar work since Tim Compton (of Mariah) and swathes of gorgeous keyboards!
Stryder – It’s Rock ‘n’ Roll (1984)
Stunning female fronted Melodic Hard Rock / AOR from this Utah-based band that was privately released on vinyl in very limited quantities in 1984. The long awaited CD issue of this album is finally here!! Digitally mastered and silver pressed.
Reckon With One – Before The Storm 2011 EP
Reckon With One is a brand new project out of Canada. This debut EP showcases extremely solid heavy progressive metal and features powerful vocals , a strong rhythm section and bold guitar / keyboard interplay. Guitarist Mark Kopernicky is no stranger to Retrospect Records having signed to us with his previous band NASTY BLACK.
Saker – Saker (2010)
RECORDED IN THE EARLY 90s AND NOW RELEASED FOR THE FIRST TIME ON CD , MEET BAY AREA MELODIC HARD ROCKERS ‘SAKER’!! LED BY ENIGMATIC GUITARIST DAVE SAKER , SAKER WENT THROUGH A NUMBER OF DIFFERENT SINGERS AND WHAT WE HAVE HERE IS THE COMPLETE COLLECTION OF RECORDINGS FEATURING 3 DIFFERENT VOCALISTS.