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	The Metal Crypt - Reviews
		Reviewing monumental records like the first 3 Helstar records is not an easy task, because while they are definitely required listening for anyone remotely interested in classics of heavy metal, very little has been written about them in the modern metal scene.
		With the intent to help change that, I present this, my 3rd Helstar review, and this time we're looking at their debut release Burning Star, which is every bit as good, if not better than the 2 releases which will follow it in the coming 5 years.
		Helstar later proved their debut wasn't a fluke with two more five star albums in the late 80s, but Burning Star remains their magnum opus, and will likely never be eclipsed by anyone.
	www.metalcrypt.com /pages/reviews.php?revid=1370 (912 words)

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		I was hoping for some help from Helstar fans who would like their name on the site for their contributions.
		A Helstar reunion show is subject to take place in Europe this coming year.
		I spoke with James Rivera and this is very much in the making.
	www.angelfire.com /tx/helstar (203 words)

	The Metal Crypt - Reviews
		Helstar play that 'underground 80s metal' much like old Fates Warning (you know, when they still used capital letters) or Omen.
		Helstar were a bit thrashier, and not even as well known as those two bands when they still existed.
		Helstar are a worthy pick for 80s fans, but they never rose up and produced anything as good as the bands that inspired them, and so they remain a good, but not great band from back when.
	www.metalcrypt.com /pages/reviews.php?revid=1639 (420 words)

	BNR Metal Pages -- Distant Thunder (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Helstar is well known by 80's metal fans as one of the prototypical bands of that decade, one of the bands that defined American metal for the era and one that has been quite influential on any number of bands since their reign.
		Thus was born Distant Thunder (named, of course, for the 1988 Helstar album), perhaps as much a Rivera solo project as a real band, but nonetheless an outlet for Rivera to continue the Helstar legacy.
		The music is solid 80's-inspired American metal, with Rivera as always in top form -- his is a classic metal voice, able to hit Halford-style high notes but always under control and he keeps those high notes to a minimum, unlike others who tend to overdo the wailing 80's vocal style.
	www.bnrmetal.com /groups/dith.htm (193 words)

	Metallian.com - Helstar
		Helstar was a Texas-based US metal band formed by former tribute band members Barragan and Pavon.
		Helstar was formed in 1982 and released a six-track demo in 1983.
		Helstar would drift in and out of the scene's consciousness from then on and would only resurface in headlines upon Rivera's entry into another metal project.
	www.metallian.com /helstar.htm (430 words)

	Helstar Interview - Rockpages.gr (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Despite the fact that they never gained the same amount of success like their comrades, they managed to form and keep a loyal fan-base that supported them throughout every single release.
		I guess, and I have to be honest with this one, that the reaction to Helstar is five times bigger than Seven Witches.
		A Helstar record could be a thought, but I think by the time the second Distant Thunder record hits the streets, it will surpass the popularity of both Destiny’s End records.
	www.rockpages.gr /interviews/helstar2004-en.htm (1069 words)

	Destiny's End interview (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Most of the Helstar members saw it this way: you can't have both, you can't have a good job and still keep this going.
		But, at that point, Helstar got so many line-up changes, and, each time the line-up changed, I was dealing with younger and younger musicians, 'coz that were the only ones that were good.
		And all these [other Helstar members], all this time they were dependent on me for everything, but then they bitched about everything.
	www.dvsrecords.com /edgeoftime/e14/indestend.shtml (6956 words)

	BNR Metal Pages -- Helstar (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Helstar was one of the classic power metal bands of the eighties.
		Though superstardom eluded them, their five albums garnered critical praise and they were a fan favorite throughout their career, in addition to being an influence on many a nineties band.
		April 29, 2004: Rivera, in addition to being a member of Seven Witches, has formed a new band, Distant Thunder, a reference to the early Helstar album.
	www.bnrmetal.com /groups/hels.htm (159 words)

	Jack Frost Biography (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		With his Helstar career, Rivera did numerous US and European tours and festivals with the likes of Megadeth, Anthrax, and the Scorpions in addition to many others.
		After the final split of Helstar when the resurgence of power metal hit strongly in the late 1990's, Rivera brought to the Metal Blade table the act Destiny's End, and released two records in 1998 and 2000 (Breathe Deep the Dark and Transition) which resurfaced his name strongly.
		In the year 2001, Rivera moved forward with a re-vamped line-up of Helstar that was invited to play the Bang Your Head festival in Germany, which led to a short US tour including the Milwaukee Metalfest and Powermad festival.
	www.sevenwitches.net /Riverabio.html (420 words)

	Helstar (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Recorded live at the Backstage Club in Houston, Texas on December 25th, 1989, "Twas The Night Of A Helish Christmas" is the final piece that HELSTAR fans worldwide have been waiting for.
		Vocalist JAMES RIVERA is forging with his new Metal Blade Records act, DESTINY'S END, but long before that band was a reality, HELSTAR was one of the earliest progressive musical metal monsters to hit the scene.
		Formed in Houston in the early 80's, HELSTAR cut their teeth playing backyard parties and small club gigs.
	www.metalblade.de /Helstar.html (163 words)

	Iron Glory - Helstar Info (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		HELSTAR from Houston, Texas, are one of the most important US Power Metal bands of all time.
		In 1990, HELSTAR put out a self-titled four track demo tape of the same quality as their previous four albums, but did not succeed in obtaining a new record deal with that.
		HELSTAR have just come to life again to deliver a few incredible live performances at 2001’s “Bang Your Head !!!” festivals at Houston/Texas and Balingen/Germany which can be seen as good omens for their resurrection – the HELSTAR is ready to burn again !!!
	www.ironglory.de /html/band_helstar.html (297 words)

	Helstar \| MUSICA.MUSTDIE.RU - The most popular metal music magazine from Russia
		Destiny's End vocalist James Rivera has decided to play the annual Bang Your Head festival, in Balingen, Germany with a reunited Helstar, despite the fact his current outfit has released Transition, the strongest platter of their career.
		I couldn't get one, exact line-up, so this Helstar is going to be made up of members from all the different years.
		While there's currently no plans to release any new Helstar material, Rivera is thinking ahead, spurred in part by the reception given to last year's live, bootleg quality, T'was The Night Of A Hellish Xmas CD.
	musica.mustdie.ru /en/band/helstar (448 words)

	No Life 'til Metal - CD Gallery - Helstar
		Apparently original Helstar guitarist, founder and main song writer Larry Barragan was discouraged by the lack of response to the band's 1990 demo tapes, leaving James and Jerry to forge ahead by themselves.
		I was pumped when I found out that there was going to be another Helstar release, yet at the same time, I was a bit worried that it would be another crappy compilation of poor demo and basement, boom box recordings.
		In 1990, Helstar recorded a self-titled four track demo tape of the same quality and calibur as their previous four albums in order to find a new record company, but did not succeed in obtaining a new record deal.
	www.nolifetilmetal.com /helstar.htm (1381 words)

	Distant Thunder biography @ Tartareandesire.com
		Like the classic Helstar (and to a lesser extent, the two Destiny's End records), the lyrics to WELCOME THE END are wrapped in a science fiction shell, but upon closer examination, reveal a cautionary tale for today.
		Since Distant Thunder is the new Helstar, I want to improve the sound of those old songs.
		In the case of this metal band, the forecast is 100% guaranteed.
	wwww.tartareandesire.com /bands/distantthunder.html (776 words)

	THE METAL OBSERVER - Review - HELSTAR - Remnants Of War
		The second album of the Texican Power Gods HELSTAR is an album I don't want to miss.
		I know, there are much Power Metal freaks, who can't cope just with HELSTAR (hello Hawk, hello Mister Melzer...) because they are allegedly too bulky and too hectical.
		For me, listen to HELSTAR is as relaxing as a Melodic fan listens to BON JOVI.
	www.metal-observer.com /articles.php?lid=1&sid=1&id=1641 (260 words)

	BLABBERMOUTH.NET - ETERNITY BLACK: Former HELSTAR Guitarist Discusses New Project
		Texas-based metal band ETERNITY BLACK, featuring former HELSTAR members Larry Barrigan (guitar), Rob Trevino (guitar) and Russell Deleon (drums), recently made song samples from their latest demo available for download at EternityBlack.com.
		Helstar rule, Barragan is one hell of a shredder!
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	www.roadrunnerrecords.com /blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=34633 (620 words)

	THE METAL OBSERVER - Review - HELSTAR - Burning Star
		One of the most important US-Metal albums without a doubt is the debut of HELSTAR.
		The extremely high vocals of James Rivera, who then had the pseudonym of Bill Lionel, was absolutely my cup of tea.
		Add to that unusual song-arrangements, like with "Toward The Unknown", where I always have the feeling as if the song was out of tune.
	www.metal-observer.com /articles.php?lid=1&sid=1&id=1628 (267 words)

	Metal Invader - The True Metal Experience
		SEVEN WITCHES recently released their fifth album titled “Jacob” and Metal Invader had the chance to interview the band’s frontman, the legendary James Rivera, who also recently resurrected the glorious but grossly underrated HELSTAR (under the name HELSTARS DISTANT THUNDER).
		I know this is a SEVEN WITCHES interview, but speaking with James Rivera I can’t avoid asking you about the resurrected legendary (but underrated) HELSTAR, especially since you are going to play in Greece soon.
		The HELSTAR line-up for the 2004 European tour is.
	www.metal-invader.com /interviews_98.html (842 words)

	:: Eternal Terror Webzine :: (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		James Rivera, former Helstar and Destiny’s End and current Seven Witches front man, has formed a new project, Distant Thunder, which he considers a continuation of Helstar.
		Within Destiny’s End’s two-album career, only one song carried my science fiction creation, which was ‘The Watcher’ and out of that song, lyrics were used to title five of the concept songs for ‘Welcome The End’.
		The CD also includes a 2004 version of Helstar’s “Run with the Pack” and Accepts “Restless and Wild”.
	www.eternal-terror.com /nyheter.php?id=62 (474 words)

	MetalTabs.com - Helstar - Run with the Pack B Tab
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		Helstar - "Run with the Pack" B Tab
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	metaltabs.com /tab/4010?d=1 (71 words)

	AOL Music: Helstar
		Helstar with Cremator, Funeral Rites, Soul Removed and Dark Flame - Flyer Fri.
		Formed in Houston in the early 80's, HELSTAR cut their teeth playing backyard...
		It soon became apparent that HELSTAR had much more to offer then their...
	music.channel.aol.com /artist/main.adp?artistid=13176 (144 words)

	BLABBERMOUTH.NET - Singer JAMES RIVERA Says There Will Be A New HELSTAR Album
		DISTANT THUNDER/HELSTAR frontman James Rivera recently spoke to Denmark's Antenna webzine about HELSTAR's recent European tour and his plans for the two groups.
		Beforehand the show I was unfamiliar with many of the things Helstar has released through ages; however, I know what records to get my hands on next time, ha ha!
		Larry is playing in a local band called Eternity Black with former Helstar guitarist Rob Trevino and Russell DeLeon, who played drums for Helstar in their post Metal Blade days.
	www.roadrunnerrecords.com /blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=29517 (826 words)

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		TALAMASCA is a band that seemed to appear out of the dark, but with Projection they're already presenting us a really fine debut.
		They're drawing their musical influences from HELSTAR, FATES WARNING and KING DIAMOND and you can easily hear this great taste in their eight compositions.
		The whole album offers fine technical power metal with song writing that quite often brings the HELSTAR A Distant Thunder / Nosferatu period to mind...
	my.athenet.net /~talamasc/reviews.html (209 words)

	Thrash metal Article, Thrashmetal Information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		This sound would be called death metal, andperhaps the first example of it would be the death-thrash classic 'Seven Churches', from 1985.
		Some bands combined speed metaland thrash, like the aforementioned Megadeth, and also Helstar, Testament, and Heathen were known for theirflashy lead guitar work.
		Watchtower 's Energetic Disassembly (1985) set new standards in technical, jazzy songwriting,which would later be further developed by the thrash band Coroner and also the technical death metal bands Atheist and Cynic, as well as later efforts byDeath.
	www.anoca.org /bands/death/thrash_metal.html (1111 words)

	SnakeNet Metal Radio - Home of the Metal Nation! (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Reformed cult U.S. metal act HELSTAR will be performing at Vara's Sports Bar in Houston, Texas on Saturday, December 11.
		It's always an exciting time for friends and fans native to James and Jerry's stomping grounds when HELSTAR engages in appearances ranging from local Houston performances to international endeavors, however, this occasion is most exceptional as it will mark the first HELSTAR showcase in Northside in nearly two decades!"
		Houston, TX HELSTAR frontman James Rivera recently told Denmark's Antenna webzine that he is planning on recording a new HELSTAR album in addition to continuing to releasing CDs with his DISTANT THUNDER project.
	www.snakenetmetalradio.com /news/full.asp?ID=6379 (315 words)

	No Life 'til Metal - CD Gallery - Destiny's End (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Destiny's End is a power/speed metal band who is basically New Eden with Helstar's vocalist.
		I should have just bought it off the web, it would have cost less and taken much less time.
		In any case, I was already a big Helstar and New Eden fan before this disc came out, so it was only natural that the mixture of the two bands would, in my opinion, be phenomenal.
	www.nolifetilmetal.com /destinysend.htm (272 words)

	Nosferatu by Helstar CD at CD Universe
		I have been a long time fan of groups that tell a story through the course of a disk (Savatage, King Diamond), and Helstar doesn't disapoint with this disk.
		Be warned though, that only the 1st half of the disk is the Dracula story, the 2nd half are just a collection of unrealated songs from Helstar.
		If you are a horror movie/book fan and like metal you will find something to like about this disk.
	www.cduniverse.com /search/xx/music/pid/1053931/a/Nosferatu.htm (261 words)

	R.O.C. LINKBASE - HELSTAR (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		When you go to the form, it will load in a new browser window to make it easier for you to refer back to this page to find the information needed for filling out the form.
		Just close the update form window after finishing your link submission to us and you'll be right back at this HELSTAR page.
		If you are visiting the Rock Out Censorship site for the first time, and this band page is your initial contact with our site, we would like to invite you to click the link below to go to the main page of our site.
	www.theroc.org /mus-link/bands/h/helstar.htm (210 words)

	New Arrivals: August 25th, 2003 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		- excellent American power metal with breathtaking riffs in the Helstar - Omen vein; features past and present members of Helstar, New Eden and Seven Witches.
		- 2nd CD by premier US power metal band featuring past and present members of Helstar, New Eden, Seven Witches and Z-LOT-Z; powerfully recorded by Joe Floyd (Warrior) and mixed in Germany by the Primal Fear producers.
		This new one continues where the last left off, which is best described as Helstar A Distant Thunder - Nosferatu meets Heathen Breaking the Silence.
	www.sentinelsteel.com /index8_25_03.html (771 words)

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		Helstar Rare Records, CDs, Vinyl, Memorabilia, Rare Records, CD Singles
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		Remnants Of War - LP - German - Noise - 1986
	www.vinyltap.co.uk /shop/artist/Helstar.aspx (94 words)

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