The album was mixed and mastered by renowned metal producer at Backstage Studios.
The decision to re-record a "stone-cold classic" was highly controversial among fans and critics. Exodus - Let There Be Blood 2008 Full Album
(2:49) – Originally written in the early '80s by Gary Holt and Kirk Hammett; first officially recorded for this release. Key Differences from the Original The album was mixed and mastered by renowned
(2008) is a full-album re-recording of Exodus's landmark 1985 debut, Bonded by Blood . Released on October 28, 2008, via Zaentz Records, it was intended as a tribute to the band's original vocalist, the late Paul Baloff, by showcasing the timelessness of his early material through modern production. Background and Intent Key Differences from the Original (2008) is a
: The band explicitly stated they were not trying to replace the 1985 original, but rather offer a "companion piece" recorded by their modern lineup.