Quartz was one of the first bands who emerged during the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. Their albums showcased the true essence of late 1970's/early 1980's metal, delivering a stunning mixture of brilliant guitar riffs and passionate vocals. The group's second opus - "Stand Up And Fight" - is to this day considered as their most stellar work, reminding the modern listener how real metal should sound like... This exclusive re-issue of Quartz's classic album "Stand Up And Fight" brings back the true essence of NWOBHM, captured in these eight amazing tracks. What is more, this edition contains a real gem for absolutely all fans of metal - the bonus track "Circles" recorded during the 1977 sessions.
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