Founded in Cologne in 1980, Grave Digger led the German heavy metal movement that conquered the globe in the early 80s In 1984 Grave Digger released the groundbreaking debut album "Heavy Metal Breakdown" via Noise Records, which was received enthusiastically by both the press and fans. A year later their second album "Witch Hunter" followed, catapulting the band further into the hearts and minds of the global metal scene. With the third album "War Games", the band was seen on a noise tour together with label mates Helloween & Celtic Frost A change in sound and a more commercial style followed in 1987 with the album "Stronger Than Ever", with which the band eliminated the first part of their name and became diggers. They split six months later due to the commercial flop of the album. The band reformed in 1991 and released their comeback album "The Reaper" in 1993. To date they have released 18 albums and continue to tour worldwide Grave Diggers second album "Witch Hunter" is considered a classic in the annals of heavy metal and became an instant hit on its release in 1985. This remastered version contains liner notes of former guitarist Peter Masson and the original lyrics. The vinyl edition has been out of print for 20 years.