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Collection of Black Metal, Death Metal & NSBM I Bought For $1000

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In the video below is a collection of about 350 black metal, death metal, and NSBM (National Socialist Black Metal) I bought from a black guy for $1000 (shipping included).

A few months ago, a collector in New Jersey hit me up about a small- to medium-sized black metal CD collection he was looking to sell. I asked him a basic question about it. He asked if I bought cassettes or other metal swag, which I do. He added some cassettes and black metal tapestries to what he was selling, and I added some money to the deal. 

When it came to shipping, there was a small misunderstanding about how to use USPS Media Mail, so I gave him a quick call to walk him through it. During that phone call, it became obvious to me that the seller was Black. Of course, race doesn’t matter to me, but you’ll see how this plays into the story next.

It had been a bit of time since I fished the quote on this collection. When it arrived, I totally forgot how much NSBM was in it, including such “racist” bands as Goatmoon, Grand Belial’s Key, Clandestine Blaze, and others. I do not censor or “cancel” bands based on ideology and sell everything from the furthest left (Dead Kennedys, Aus Rotten) to the hardest of the right (Dark Fury, Der Sturmer). 

Highlights From This Collection

There was a lot of great stuff in this collection, but here are some of the highlights.

Satanic Warmaster / Archgoat – Lux Satanae CD

Satanic Warmaster / Archgoat – Lux Satanae CD 2016 Hells Headbangers – HELLS130

Satanic Warmaster / Archgoat – Lux Satanae CD 2016 Hells Headbangers – HELLS130 – This split with Satanic Warmaster and Archgoat is easily one of the most sought-after black metal CDs released in the last ten years. I’m not sure why Hell’s Headbangers hasn’t repressed/reissued this release, since they could be selling thousands of these things. The limited quantity works for me because it caused aftermarket prices to skyrocket.

Value = $100

Immortal – Diabolical Fullmoon Mysticism CD

Back cover panel - Immortal – Diabolical Fullmoon Mysticism CD 1992 Osmose OPCD 007 [1st Press]

Immortal – Diabolical Fullmoon Mysticism CD 1992 Osmose OPCD 007 [1st Press] *FR – This CD has been reissued many times, and most pressings aren’t worth that much. In light of how big Immortal would eventually become in the black metal world, first pressings are worth a bunch. The disc itself contains “Made in Germany” and “GEMA” markings, which are not present on any other pressings. The 5th track is misspelled on the disc and back cover (“Cold Winds Of Feneral Dust”). In the booklet, the printed title is the correct one (Cold Winds Of Funeral Dust).

Value = $70

Cephalotripsy – Epigenetic Neurogenesis CD

Cephalotripsy - Epigenetic Neurogenesis CD 2024 Self-Released [Rare]

Cephalotripsy – Epigenetic Neurogenesis CD 2024 Self-Released [Rare] – Pictured is the first pressing of this release. The second press in the Japanese issue. According to the band, it is limited to 500 copies. While this is a very recent release, it’s already worth money due to its limited quantity.

Value = $63

Death – Scream Bloody Gore CD

Death – Scream Bloody Gore CD 1987 Combat – 88561-8146-2 [2ND PRESS RARE]

Death – Scream Bloody Gore CD 1987 Combat – 88561-8146-2 [2ND PRESS] – There are two pressings from 1987. The second press (pictured above) has a tracklist laid out with no “Side 1/Side 2”. The actual first pressing has a track listing laid out like the vinyl (pictured below). Both are from 1987.

SCREAM BLOODY GORE BACK COVER 1ST PRESS

Value = $63

Goatmoon – Stella Polaris CD

Goatmoon - Stella Polaris CD 2017 Werewolf Records – EVIL-039 [1st Press Etched]

Goatmoon – Stella Polaris CD 2017 Werewolf Records – EVIL-039 [1st Press Etched] – First pressing with etched CD case. Subsequent pressings do not include etching.

Value = $50

Abysmal Lord -Disciples of the Inferno CD

Abysmal Lord -Disciples of the Inferno CD 2015 Hells Headbangers – hells 165

Abysmal Lord -Disciples of the Inferno CD 2015 Hells Headbangers – hells 165 – This is another recent release. Because Hell’s Headbangers never reissues anything, the aftermarket prices are through the roof.

Value = $50

Have A Collection Like This To Sell?

We are always buying heavy metal CDs, cassettes, and vinyl collections of any size. If you have one like this to sell, hit us up at the information below.

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We Have Expanded Onto Discogs

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ThrashMetalIQ has expanded our online retail options onto Discogs. We are offering a limited selection of items we have for sale on eBay. Due to lower Discogs selling fees, you can find some of our inventory for sale at lower prices than on eBay.

Check out our Discogs store here:
https://www.discogs.com/user/ThrashMetalIQ

Next month’s YouTube update will be a big one. We bought a massive black metal CD collection. We are still working away editing the video.

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Top Selling Black & Death Metal CDs & LPs of 2025 According To Thrash Metal IQ

As we do each year, we are publishing our list of top selling new albums . These are new albums that we purchase from labels and distributors. We do not gatekeep, cancel, or deplatform anyone’s point of view from the furthest left to the far right. There are some controversial titles in this year’s list. We have no dog in this fight; this is just what sells. Because all albums we purchase in collections we buy are technically “one-offs,” they are not included in this list. 

  • Grand Belial’s Key – Judeobeast Assassination CD 2026 Weltenfeind – WFP022 
  • Goatmoon – Finnish Steel Storm CD 2018 Werewolf Records – EVIL009 [SEALED] *FN
  • Cannibal Corpse – Eaten Back To Life CD 2017 Metal Blade 3984-14425-2
  • Satanic Warmaster – Strength & Honour CD 2019 Northern Heritage NH-016
  • Lifelover – Pulver CD 2021 Osmose Productions – OPCD213 [France] NEW
  • Grand Belial’s Key – Mocking The Philanthropist LP 2025 Weltenfeind WFP021 [RED]
  • Mgla – Exercises In Futility CD 2018 Northern Heritage NH-089 
  • Arghoslent – Galloping Through The Battle Ruins CD 2022 Weltenfeind WFP009 [NEW]
  • Grand Belials Key – Kosherat CD 2023 Drakkar Productions – DKCD247 [Sealed] *FR
  • Satanic Warmaster – Exultation Of Cruelty CD 2025 Werewolf Records [Red 2 Disc] 
  • Suffocation – Effigy Of The Forgotten LP 2023 Listenable POSH332 [BLUE]
  • Immortal – At The Heart Of Winter LP 2024 Osmose – OPLP079 [Gold/Black Galaxy]
  • Iced Earth – The Dark Saga LP 2022 Floga Records – FL301 [New] [Greece]
  • Blood Incantation – Starspawn CD 2016 Dark Descent – DDR157CD
  • Mgla – Exercises In Futility LP 2021 Northern Heritage – NH-089 [Finalnd]
  • Arghoslent – Hornets Of The Pogrom CD 2025 Weltenfeind – WFP023
  • Goatmoon – Death Before Dishonour CD 2017 Werewolf Records – EVIL-001 [SEALED]
  • Odium – The Sad Realm of the Stars CD 2023 Osmose Productions – OPCS489
  • Immortal – Battles In The North LP 2023 Osmose OPLP027 [LTD Gray] 
  • Marduk – Panzer Division Marduk LP 2020 Osmose – OPLP080 [New] [France]
  • Nokturnal Mortum – The Voice Of Steel CD 2019 Osmose Productions – OPCD380 *FR
  • Lifelover – Pulver LP 2023 Osmose Productions – OPLP213 [Red Marble]
  • Iced Earth – The Glorious Burden LP 2024 Floga Records FL329 [2x Black]
  • Malevolent Creation – Retribution LP 2024 Listenable – POSH795 [Blue Vinyl] 
  • Cannibal Corpse – Tomb Of The Mutilated CD 2025 Metal Blade – 3984-14003-2 
  • Suffocation – Pierced From Within CD 2021 Listenable – POSH564 [Digipak] *FR
  • Sacrifice – Soldiers Of Misfortune CD 2022 Shadow Kingdom – SKR192CD [Sealed]
  • Mütiilation – Vampires Of Black Imperial Blood CD 2005 Osmose – OPCD372
  • Protector – A Shedding Of Skin CD 2020 High Roller – HRR 427 CD *DE
  • Lifelover – Erotik LP 2023 Osmose Productions OPLP214 [Yellow Splatter]
  • Suffocation – Breeding The Spawn CD 2021 Listenable – POSH563 [Digipak] *FR
  • Suffocation – Pierced From Within LP 2021 Listenable – POSH334 [Blue Vinyl] *FR
  • Cannibal Corpse – Tomb Of The Mutilated LP 2022 Metal Blade [LTD 500 Maelstrom]
  • Cannibal Corpse – Butchered At Birth LP 2023 Metal Blade [LTD 500 Sangia Vinyl]
  • Destruction – Eternal Devastation CD 2018 High Roller HRR 547 CD [Slipcase] *DE
  • Satanic Warmaster – Aamongandr CD 2023 Werewolf Records EVIL-088 [Gold Disc] NEW
  • Gorguts- Considered Dead LP 2024 Listenable – POSH336 [Clear Splatter]
  • Bathory – Bathory LP 2004 Black Mark Production – BMLP666-1 [180 Gram Sweden] 
  • Sacrifice – Torment In Fire CD 2022 Shadow Kingdom – SKR190CD 
  • Satanic Warmaster – Aamongandr LP 2023 Werewolf Records – EVIL-088 [Orange] *FI
  • Leviathan – The Tenth Sub Level Of Suicide CD 2023 Osmose – OPCD488 [France]
  • Immolation – Dawn Of Possession CD 2015 Listenable POSH295 [Deluxe Digipak] *FR
  • Grand Belial’s Key – Goat Of A Thousand Young / Triumph Of The Hordes CD
  • Theatre Of Tragedy – Velvet Darkness They Fear LP 2024 Cosmic Key CKC068
  • Satanic Warmaster – Exultation Of Cruelty LP 2025 Werewolf Records EVIL-XUL 
  • Beherit – Drawing Down the Moon CD 2023 Nuclear War Now – ANTI-GOTH 600
  • Infernäl Mäjesty – None Shall Defy CD 2016 High Roller – HRR 521 *DE [SLIPCASE]
  • Satanic Warmaster – Opferblut CD 2020 Werewolf Records – EVIL-048 [Sealed] *FN
  • Sadus – Chemical Exposure CD 2017 Listenable – POSH390 [Digipak] [Sealed] *FR
  • Immortal – Pure Holocaust LP 2023 Osmose Productions OPLP019 [France] w/ Poster

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Collection of Metal / Punk LPs I Bought from a Guy Going to Prison for 10K

Collection of Metal / Punk LPs I Bought from a Guy Going to Prison for 10K

In the video below, I showcase an extensive collection of grindcore, punk, and death metal that I picked up from a seller who was about to go to prison in 2 days.

I paid $10,000 for over 600 12″ LPs and 700 7″ singles and EPs. Most of the collection consisted of death metal, punk, and grindcore, although there were some outliers. About 60% of it was first-press stuff, and the rest consisted of various reissues and limited editions.

The Backstory To This Collection

The acquisition of this collection has an interesting backstory. In February 2024, the same seller hit me up about selling a collection of death metal and grindcore CDs. We did the deal by mail. He told me he had an insane collection of records he was thinking about selling. The seller didn’t want to part with them, but was facing legal trouble that could involve prison time. He would only sell them if he needed to.

Fast forward to September 2025. I got a call from him saying that he wanted to sell those records. He described to me what he had to sell. It was such a massive collection that it would be worth a trip from Los Angeles to just outside Phoenix, Arizona. I told him that I would try to make some time in the next few weeks. He said if I wanted to get these, I had better come right now because there’s a distinct possibility he could be in prison for 25 years come Friday. He didn’t say what he was in trouble for, but I’m assuming it was some significant drug offense.

The Deal

I left LA at 10 p.m., drove to Arizona, checked into a hotel at 3 a.m., and met the guy the following afternoon. Most of the collections I buy are by mail, and I never meet the actual seller in person. For transactions over 10K, I will frequently go to the seller’s location and pick it up myself. We agreed on a price of $10,000 via Zelle for the entire collection. Normally, I usually only do deals via PayPal, but since we were meeting in person, I could see everything was on the up and up. I didn’t bother haggling with him because the price was fair. It came out to about six dollars a unit when you divided it by everything.

I loaded up my truck and drove back to LA, and that was that.

Highlights

Here are some of the highlights from this awesome metal/punk collection.

Misfits – Halloween 7″ Single

Misfits - Halloween 7" Single 1981 Plan 9 – PL1017

Misfits – Halloween 7″ Single 1981 Plan 9 – PL1017 – This album is a true holy grail for punk collectors. Because of Glenn Danzig’s insistence on never reissuing anything (until now), this heavily bootlegged single is almost impossible to find.

VALUE = $1400

Misfits – Walk Among Us LP

Misfits – Walk Among Us LP 1982 Ruby Records – 1-25756

Misfits – Walk Among Us LP 1982 Ruby Records – 1-25756 – Although reissued several times, the first pressings are the ones you want. This copy is complete and includes the original inner sleeve and the Fiend Club flyer.

VALUE = $500

Impaled Nazarene ‎– Tol Cormpt Norz Norz Norz LP

Impaled Nazarene ‎– Tol Cormpt Norz Norz Norz LP 1993 Osmose ‎– OPLP010

Impaled Nazarene ‎– Tol Cormpt Norz Norz Norz LP 1993 Osmose ‎– OPLP010 – This album was the only black metal title in the entire collection. Fortunately, like all first pressings of Impaled Nazarene from the 90s, it’s worth a fortune.

VALUE = $370

Crossed Out / Man Is The Bastard – Split 7” EP

Crossed Out / Man Is The Bastard - Split 7” EP 1992 Slap A Ham - #14 VG+/VG+

Crossed Out / Man Is The Bastard – Split 7” EP 1992 Slap A Ham – #14 – I’m not even sure why this one is as expensive as it is.

VALUE = $300

Incantation ‎– Onward To Golgotha LP [RED]

Incantation ‎– Onward To Golgotha LP 1992 Relapse ‎– RR 6037 - 1 [RED]

Incantation ‎– Onward To Golgotha LP 1992 Relapse ‎– RR 6037 – 1 [RED] – “Onward” is the only Incantation album I give a crap about. The first pressing on red vinyl is very sought after by death metal heads and is worth a pretty penny.

VALUE = $300

Assuck – Anticapital LP

Assuck - Anticapital LP 1991 Sound Pollution Records – POLLUTE: 07 

Assuck – Anticapital LP 1991 Sound Pollution Records – POLLUTE: 07 – the price on this classic communist punk album will turn anyone into a capitalist real fast!

VALUE = $250

Do You Have A Collection Like This To Sell?

Do you have a rare, extreme punk or metal collection like this that you’d like to sell? I buy collections from all around the world, and will even travel to you if the score is big enough. Use the contact information below to reach me.

Want To Sell Your Metal Records Or CDs? I Pay More Than Anyone!