One of the best heavy metal albums to emerge from Mexico!  Top 10 Mexican record for YK/NWN along with Ramses Apocalypsis, Khafra S/T, Megaton, Transmetal (early) and Crazy Lazy.  

Originally released in 1987 at the height of Mexico’s heavy metal explosion, Luzbel stands as one of the most important albums in Latin American metal history. Following the breakthrough of Pasaporte al Infierno, this self-titled record captured the band in a new phase — sharper, faster, and more aggressive — while cementing their status as pioneers of Mexican heavy metal. Driven by the twin-guitar attack of Raúl Fernández Greñas and Francisco Yescas, Luzbel delivers ten tightly written tracks of classic ‘80s heavy metal with power metal intensity. From the explosive opener “Holocausto (Lluvia de Metal)” to standouts like “Paradoxa” and “Tiempo Fugaz,” the album balances speed, melody, and anthemic hooks with a direct, no-frills approach. The addition of vocalist Juan Bolaños brought a different edge to the band’s sound, adding power and range to an already formidable lineup. Unlike many regional releases of the era, Luzbel benefited from strong production, giving the riffs weight and clarity while preserving the raw energy that defined the underground scene. Though concise in length, the album is all killer — a focused statement that helped push Mexican metal onto a larger stage. Now officially reissued on vinyl by Morbid Kult Records in 2025, this essential chapter of Latin American heavy metal is once again available in its proper format. A mandatory addition for collectors of classic ‘80s metal and anyone serious about the global history of the genre.