Show N Tell The Ritual Has Begun CD (Jewel Case, 2024, No Remorse Records)

Forged in the spirit of classic American heavy metal and the golden era of the early 1980s, The Ritual Has Begun is the explosive debut album from Arizona traditional metal force Show N Tell. Released in 2024 through No Remorse Records, the album delivers an unapologetically heavy metal assault built on speed, melody, sharp riffing, and authentic underground energy.

Rooted firmly in the traditions of classic US heavy metal and the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal movement, Show N Tell channel the spirit of the 1983–1984 metal explosion through energetic songwriting, twin guitar harmonies, soaring vocals, and aggressive rhythmic drive. The band embraces the raw excitement and rebellious atmosphere of vintage heavy metal while maintaining a modern production clarity that gives the album power and impact without sacrificing authenticity.

Musically, The Ritual Has Begun draws influence from legendary acts such as Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, W.A.S.P., and Vicious Rumors, blending galloping riffs, memorable hooks, speed metal intensity, and classic arena-ready choruses into a sound that feels both nostalgic and revitalised.

Tracks throughout the album showcase the band’s dedication to true heavy metal craftsmanship, balancing high-speed aggression with melodic accessibility and dynamic songwriting. Songs such as “Rip N Tear”, “Run To The Light”, and “Heavy Metal” capture the essence of classic underground metal  - energetic, riff-driven, and built for fists-in-the-air heavy metal worship.

What separates Show N Tell from many new trad wave metal acts is the sincerity and conviction behind the songwriting. Rather than simply recreating vintage aesthetics, the band successfully channel the passion, atmosphere, and spirit of authentic old-school heavy metal culture. The result is an album that feels like a lost gem from the golden age of US metal while remaining fresh and engaging for modern listeners.

Presented in jewel case CD format, The Ritual Has Begun is an essential release for collectors and fans of traditional heavy metal, speed metal, and the modern NWOTHM movement.

Recommended if you like: Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Riot City, Skull Fist, Enforcer and New Wave Of Traditional Heavy Metal (NWOTHM) bands.

Artist: Show N Tell
Title: The Ritual Has Begun
Label: No Remorse Records
Catalogue Number: NRR79920
UPC: 0723803979457
Release Year: 2024
Duration: Album
Format: CD 
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
Condition: New & factory sealed

Tracklist:

1. Rip N Tear
2. Run To The Light
3. Night Stalker
4. The Ritual Has Begun
5. Heavy Metal
6. I'm Alive
7. All Alone Tonight
8. Tortured By Reality
9. The Second Death