TNT was formed in the Norwegian city Trondheim in 1982, by vocalist and rhythm guitarist Dag Ingebrigtsen, guitarist Ronni Le Tekrø, bassist Steinar Eikum and drummer Morten "Diesel" Dahl. They signed a record contract with PolyGram subsidiary Vertigo Norway and they released their self-titled debut album the same year (their only album that features Norwegian lyrics ) and got a hit with the single "Harley Davidson". In August 1983 Morty Black replaced Steinar Eikum on bass, and the following year American vocalist Tony Harnell became TNT's new frontman, making his debut on their album "Knights of the New Thunder". His unique and powerful 4 octave range was the final element the band needed to break out of Norway and into the world market. "Knights of the New Thunder" became a huge success in Scandinavia and the band then was offered a worldwide deal with Mercury/Polygram worldwide out of New York. The sound of "Knights of the New Thunder" was heavy with some amazing guitar solos and riffs from guitarist Ronni Le Tekrø. Every song in this album is a true gem. Just check out the tracks : "Seven Seas ", "Break the Ice " and "Eddie " and you will understand what I'm talkin' about. A must have!
HeavyParadise's Rating: 9/10
Tracks
1. Seven Seas 2. Ready to Leave 3. Klassisk Romance 4. Last Summer's Evil 5. Without Your Love 6. Tor With the Hammer 7. Break the Ice 8. U.S.A. 9. Deadly Metal 10. Knights of the Thunder 11. Eddie
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