1982 in Metal

The list author says:
	"This is one of metal's undeniable absolute classics. This was Dickinson's debut and they didn't look back from here."

The list author says:
	"Judas Priest's popularity is based alot on their consistency and this album continues that trend."

The list author says:
	"While tough to contend for top album of it's release year it's still a great album and Accept as a whole should not be overlooked."

The list author says:
	"Scorpions were pretty mainstream for metal but this is a great album."

The list author says:
	"This album introduced a term that would be "stolen" for an entire genre of music. It is Venom's second release and just like the first is hugely influential."

The list author says:
	"I have not heard this release from the leaders of Spanish metal but apparently those who have heard it have liked it."

The list author says:
	"Witchfinder General much like Pagan Altar were Doom Metal pioneers. This album began their string of great albums."

The list author says:
	"Y&T may interest you if you're really gonna get deep into early metal. They aren't necessarily essential but it's good stuff."