Celtic Frost – Tragic Serenades 1986 Combat – MX 8107

Celtic Frost – Tragic Serenades 1986 EP
Combat – MX 8107, Noise – MX 8107
US First Press OG!

Visually Graded:
Cover: VG+ (in shrink)
Inner Sleeve: VG+
Record: VG+
Combat – MX 8107, Noise – MX 8107

Celtic Frost – Tragic Serenades (1986) – Combat / Noise – MX 8107

This 1986 U.S. pressing of Tragic Serenades by Celtic Frost is a must-have EP for fans of early extreme metal and the band’s pioneering blend of thrash, black metal roots, and avant-garde experimentation. Pressed during the band’s classic era, this release features re-recorded and enhanced versions of key tracks from To Mega Therion, delivering heavier production and improved clarity over the album versions.

With its aggressive riffs, atmospheric undertones, and Tom G. Warrior’s unmistakable vocals, Tragic Serenades stands as a cornerstone release in Celtic Frost’s catalog and remains highly sought after by collectors of vintage metal vinyl.

Why collectors want this pressing:

• 1986 Combat / Noise pressing (MX 8107)

• Features re-recorded versions with upgraded production

• Essential piece of Celtic Frost’s mid-80s discography

• Well-regarded sound quality for a U.S. Combat/Noise release

• Must-have for extreme metal, thrash, and proto–black metal collectors

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Record grading:

• Mint (M): Absolutely perfect in every way, likely never played, and still sealed.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): Nearly perfect. The record shows no obvious signs of wear and looks as if it was just opened. No visible marks or scratches.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): Shows slight signs of use, such as light scuffs or very minor scratches, but plays without any major deterioration in sound quality.

• Very Good (VG): Noticeable wear with some surface noise, light scratches, or groove wear, but still plays through without skipping.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The record plays but with significant surface noise, scratches, and wear. The cover may have visible damage or splits.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The record may be damaged and is barely playable. Typically used only for highly collectible records.

Cover grading: 

• Mint (M): The cover is flawless, with no signs of wear. Often still sealed with no corner dings, creases, or ring wear.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): The cover looks almost new, with only the slightest signs of handling. There may be very minimal wear, but no significant flaws like writing, splits, or tears.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): The cover shows light wear, such as minor scuffing, small corner creases, or slight ring wear. No major damage, but a well-cared-for album with minor imperfections.

• Very Good (VG): Moderate wear is visible, including ring wear, light edge or corner damage, small seam splits, or slight discoloration. Still presentable but clearly used.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The cover shows significant wear, such as noticeable ring wear, seam splits, heavy creasing, or writing. It may still hold together but looks heavily worn.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The cover is heavily damaged, with major seam splits, tears, extensive writing, water damage, or severe ring wear. It may barely hold together or be incomplete.