Trytan
Celestial Messenger (turqouise)
Originally released in 1987 on the legendary R.E.X. Records label, Celestial Messenger by Trytan is a landmark of
progressive Christian metalblending the technical brilliance of bands like Rush and Dream Theater with the melodic depth
of Queensrÿche and the spiritual vision of early Genesis. Now officially licensed and faithfully remastered for vinyl in
2025 by Rob Colwell, this definitive edition offers both longtime fans and new listeners a sonic experience that
transcends time.
This Collector's Edition is limited to just 200 copies and includes two bonus tracks from Trytan's triumphant return at
the Cornerstone 2001 concertadding historical depth to an already celebrated release. Each copy includes a hand-signed
12x12 album flat autographed by guitarist/vocalist Lary Dean, featuring the alternate (and band-preferred) album cover
first seen on the 2021 Gold CD reissue.
Also included are detailed song memoirs from Lary Dean himself, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at the inspiration
and meaning behind each trackan introspective companion to the album's intricate musicianship and spiritual message.
Critically acclaimed with an 85% review rating on Angelic Warlord and ranked #25 on their Top 50 Christian Rock & Metal
Albums of the '80s, this reissue cements Celestial Messenger as both a historical milestone and a must-own artifact for
collectors of classic Christian metal. Once these 200 copies are gone, they're gone for good.
Price
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Format
LP - 1 disk
Release
17-10-2025
Label
Item-nr
1316976
EAN
0732131698688
Availability
Not in stock
Tracks
Title
Artist
1
GETTIN' READY
2
DON'T TURN AWAY
3
MR ELECTRIC
4
IT'S WAR
5
RIP VAN WINKLE
6
CHAINS
7
NOWHERE TO RUN
8
GENESIS
9
DON'T TURN AWAY (LIVE)
10
IT'S WAR (LIVE)