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Manilla Road
12+ albums
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Manilla Road was an American heavy metal band formed in 1977 in Wichita, Kansas. The group was founded by guitarist and vocalist Mark "The Shark" Shelton, along with high school friends Benny Munkirs, Rick Fisher, and brothers Robert and Scott Park. Manilla Road is considered one of the pioneering bands of the epic metal subgenre, blending traditional heavy metal with fantasy-themed lyrics and progressive influences. The band began performing in local venues and gained initial recognition with the song "Herman Hill," which was inspired by the Herman Hill riot. Their debut album, "Invasion," was released in 1980 on their independent label, Roadster Records. During this period, the band recorded material intended for an album titled "The Dreams of Eschaton." However, they were dissatisfied with the sound and shelved the project. It was eventually released in 2002 under the name "Mark of the Beast" and received positive critical response despite its earlier rejection. These early recordings showcased a sound more aligned with progressive rock and proto-metal than the epic metal style the band would later develop. The 1982 album "Metal" marked a transition in Manilla Road’s sound, leading to the 1983 release "Crystal Logic," which solidified the band’s signature epic metal style. This period is often considered the band's classic era. Lyrical themes during this time frequently drew from Norse mythology, Arthurian legend, and literary sources. Following "Crystal Logic," the ban
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