A defining statement of American heavy metal, The Dark captures Metal Church at full power during their classic 1980s era. Released in 1986 and dedicated to the late Cliff Burton, the album blends thrash aggression with melodic precision, driven by razor‑sharp riffs and commanding vocals. Produced by Mark Dodson (Anthrax, Suicidal Tendencies), it remains a cornerstone release for fans of US metal.
This edition is pressed on 180‑gram black vinyl and includes an insert.

Track Listing

Side A

1. Ton Of Bricks
2. Start The Fire
3. Method To Your Madness
4. Watch The Children Pray
5. Over My Dead Body

Side B

1. The Dark
2. Psycho
3. Line Of Death
4. Burial At Sea
5. Western Alliance

Features

• 180‑gram audiophile vinyl
• Includes insert
• Classic 1986 Metal Church album
• Last studio album with the “classic” lineup
• Features “Watch the Children Pray”, “Ton of Bricks” & “Over My Dead Body”
• Black vinyl
• 3mm sleeve

Information

Artist: Metal Church
Title: The Dark
Format: 1× LP, 180g, Black
Label: Music On Vinyl
Catalogue Number: MOVLP3123
Barcode: 8719262045057
Country: Europe
Released: (Add year of this pressing if needed)
Original Release: 1986
Genre: Heavy Metal / Thrash Metal
Style: US Metal / Power‑Thrash
Speed: 33 RPM