Major news rocks the metal scene: The legendary label Combat Records, which launched the careers of genre giants like Megadeth and Nuclear Assault in the 1980s, is making a comeback under new ownership.
Combat Records, founded in 1984, was one of the most crucial labels in the American thrash metal movement. The label distinguished itself through its courage to support emerging underground bands that later became icons of the genre. After years of inactivity, the revival of the label has now been announced.
The importance of Combat Records to metal history cannot be overstated. Besides Megadeth and Nuclear Assault, the label released groundbreaking albums by bands such as Death, Exodus, and Circle Jerks. These releases significantly shaped the sound of American thrash and death metal.
The relaunch of the label promises to stay true to its original ethos: promoting innovative and uncompromising metal music remains the primary focus. The new management plans to sign both established acts and promising newcomers.
For the international metal scene, this return marks an exciting development. In an era where independent labels play an increasingly important role, Combat Records could once again become a driving force in discovering and promoting new talent.
