Rise Above Records

09/09/2025

***NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT***

Cathedral - Society's Pact with Satan. Previously unreleased 30-minute track is released on October 3rd.

'The term ‘back from the grave’ takes on a whole new meaning with the release of this (thought to be long lost) epic recording by the much-missed British Doom Metal lords: Cathedral.

'Society’s Pact With Satan' was the last ever recording made by the band, back back in 2012. It was recorded at the end of the sessions for their swan song album; 2013’s 'The Last Spire'.

But, for some reason, the 30-minute track was not mixed at the time, thus pretty much forgotten about by everyone involved, until very recently. Rediscovered by producer Jaime Gomez Arellano, whilst sorting through his old studio recordings, he excitedly alerted the band, saying that he had discovered a long-lost gem. Upon hearing it, the band members were convinced enough to agree that it should see a commercial release.

So, here we have it: the final sermon by Cathedral and what a way to go out. It’s an unapologetic, uncompromising exercise in macabre observations, musical eccentricity, brutal riffing and general arcane self-indulgence. There genuinely was/is no other band like Cathedral. '

Also released on October 3rd is a 20th anniversary edition of Cathedral's 2005 album: The Garden Of Unearthly Delights, in huge poster sleeve.

pre-order your copies here:

https://riseaboverecords.com/product/the-garden-of-unearthly-delights/

https://riseaboverecords.com/product/societys-pact-with-satan/

The term ‘back from the grave’ takes on a whole new meaning with the release of this (thought to be long lost) epic recording by the much-missed British Doom...

26/07/2025

Bobbie Dazzle are currently in the lead with their new single Spotlight. Help them make it over the line and show your vote. Only a day or so to go.

Eight songs you need to hear right now, from Die Spitz, Castle Rat, Bobbie Dazzle and five other holy divers and divas

22/07/2025

RIP Ozzy. What a sad day this is. Safe to say, Rise Above Records along with many of the bands on the label, would not have happened if it wasn’t for you and Sabbath. Such a huge influence you’ve had on us all. You will be greatly missed.

📷 Earth in Carlisle 1969. Another original print from Lee’s personal collection.

18/07/2025

Spotlight, the sensational new single by Bobbie Dazzle, is released today and available on all digital platforms. Physical copies of the single will be shipped early next week. There are still a handful of clear vinyl copies left, so be quick if you want one of those.

https://riseaboverecords.com/product/spotlight/

Video directed by Benjamin Parry. Enjoy!

Video directed by Benjamin Parry. Following the phenomenal success of her debut album (2024’s Fandabidozi), Bobbie Dazzle is back, with a brand new single ti...

04/07/2025

Following the phenomenal success of her debut album (2024’s Fandabidozi), Bobbie Dazzle is back, with a brand new single titled ‘Spotlight’, which is due for release via Rise Above Records on July 18th. Pre-order your copies now.

Catch Bobbie on her upcoming performances with ELO, Alice Cooper, Lita Ford, The Sweet and more.

https://riseaboverecords.com/product/spotlight/

x100 copies Clear Vinyl (only available here)

x200 copies Ultra Blue Vinyl (40 copies here, the rest will be sold via the band on their upcoming dates)

x100 Copies Black Vinyl (10 copies available here)

Side A

Spotlight

Side B

Watch Out (ABBA cover)

16/06/2025

Our recent proto-metal compilation album -'Yeah Man, It's bloody Heavy!!' has been receiving some incredible press coverage. There's a fantastic five page feature in the latest issue of the UK's legendary Record Collector Magazine, which has just hit the shelves. Make sure you snap up a copy today.

Whilst on the subject, our friends at Ancient Grease Records have released an exclusive dayglo orange edition (limited to 200 copies), which is available for US customers via their website now.

https://www.ancientgreaserecords.com/products/agr-exclusive-2

Copies of CD and LP still available via the Rise Above Website too:

https://riseaboverecords.com/product/yeah-man-its-bloody-heavy/

In other news, we are currently putting the finishing touches to Vol 2, which should hopefully see a release before the end of the year.

14/06/2025

Sensational new video clip for 'Into The Unknown', taken from The Crystal Teardrop's debut album - '...Is Forming', which was released via Popclaw/Rise Above Records on May 2nd. The album has been receiving excellent reviews from around the globe. Enjoy!

Video filmed and directed by Connor Pope.
https://riseaboverecords.com/product/is-forming/

Sensational new video clip taken from The Crystal Teardrop's debut album - '...Is Forming', which was released via Popclaw/Rise Above Records on May 2nd. The...

03/06/2025

The amazing Bobbie Dazzle announced as support for ELO!

28/05/2025

Excellent feature on Asgard, the fantastic late 1960s underground progressive band from Coventry, over at It's Psychedelic Baby Magazine. We still have a few vinyl copies of the 'Trivialities' acetate reissue available via the webstore. Once they're gone, they're gone, so don't miss out!

https://riseaboverecords.com/product/trivialities/

Against all odds, another lost relic slips through the cracks of time — and we have Lee Dorrian and Rise Above Relics to thank for the rescue. This is the story of Asgard, a proto-progressive trio from Coventry whose music was buried for decades on a battered, one-sided acetate. Until now. Thanks ...

16/05/2025

***BACK IN PRINT ALERT***

Yes, these two early classics from Orange Goblin are in stock again, due to high demand. We pressed x200 of each on orange vinyl, 150 of those have gone to the band to sell at their final shows. There is also a black vinyl pressing, which we will have plenty of. If you’re in London for this weekend, be sure to call by the shop Rise Above Records and Relics Shop, where we have a limited amount on sale.

https://riseaboverecords.com/product/time-travelling-blues-2/
https://riseaboverecords.com/product/frequencies-from-planet-ten-2025-lp/

01/05/2025

It’s release day tomorrow for two of our most recent signings: The Crystal Teardrop and Scott Hepple & The Sun Band. ‘…It’s Forming’ and ‘English Mustard’ will be available on all digital platforms. Vinyl editions of English Mustard were delivered today and have started shipping already, whilst …It’s Forming is scheduled to be delivered tomorrow, so we will have vinyl and CD editions of both on sale in the shop (depending on the time of delivery for …Is Forming LP of course).

To the release of these two gems, we have a release party going on at The Lexington in London, tomorrow night. The first 100 paying customers through the door will receive this special split 7” pressed exclusively for the event, absolutely free.

Tickets for the event (available via WeGotTickets) are limited and running low, so don’t miss out. It will be a top night!