Classic Rock Magazine October 2008 Metallica AC/DC Thin Lizzy Grateful Dead 1456

Original Classic Rock Magazine – October 2008 – Issue 124, featuring Metallica as the main cover story.

This is a strong late-2000s issue for collectors of classic rock and heavy metal, with a major Metallica feature alongside extensive coverage of Thin Lizzy, AC/DC, Grateful Dead, The Clash, Judas Priest, Dennis Wilson, NWOBHM bands and more.

⭐ Metallica – Main Cover Feature

The central feature is a large Metallica retrospective titled around “The 1000 Days That Changed Metallica”, covering the dramatic period that led into the band's return with Death Magnetic.

The contents shown indicate coverage of the band's rise, the troubled period surrounding St. Anger, and the eventual comeback era, plus material on the new album and the individual members.

This makes the issue particularly desirable for Metallica collectors, especially fans interested in the band's 2000s era and the transition into Death Magnetic.

⭐ Thin Lizzy

A dedicated Thin Lizzy feature looks back at the band during the period surrounding the UK Tour '75 live release.

The feature discusses life for the band and their position in the rock scene during the classic Phil Lynott era.

⭐ AC/DC

The front cover advertises AC/DC and the magazine contains contemporary coverage around their then-new material.

A strong additional selling point for AC/DC collectors and fans of classic hard rock.

⭐ Grateful Dead

The issue includes a substantial Grateful Dead feature revisiting their 1978 Egypt performances, including the famous shows staged near the pyramids.

⭐ Dennis Wilson / The Beach Boys

There is also a feature remembering Dennis Wilson, focusing on the Beach Boys drummer and his legacy.

⭐ The Clash

The contents show a dedicated The Clash feature, including drummer Topper Headon discussing the band and figures including Strummer, Richards, Moon and others.

Other Rock Coverage Shown

Additional artists and subjects visible in the photographed contents include:

• Metallica
• Thin Lizzy
• AC/DC
• Grateful Dead
• The Clash
• Judas Priest
• Dennis Wilson / The Beach Boys
• Hot Leg / Justin Hawkins
• NWOBHM
• Iron Maiden
• Def Leppard
• Budgie
• Deep Purple
• Billy Idol
• Meat Loaf
• Chicago
• Rose Hill Drive
• Queen
• John Martyn
• Glenn Tipton
• KK Downing
• Robin Trower

A very content-heavy issue covering classic rock, heavy metal, NWOBHM and hard rock history.

Magazine Details

Magazine: Classic Rock
Date: October 2008
Issue: 124
Original Cover Price: £4.50
Format: Physical printed magazine
Language: English
Genre: Classic Rock / Heavy Metal / Hard Rock

Condition – PLEASE READ

Pre-owned magazine with visible age and handling wear.

The front cover remains bright and displays well, but there is noticeable general wear from use and storage.

Visible condition points include:

• Surface rubbing and light marks to the covers
• Edge wear
• Corner wear
• Minor creasing from handling
• General age-related wear around the spine and outer edges
• Internal pages appear clean and readable from the photographs supplied

The magazine is not mint or near mint, but remains a good collectable/readable copy with strong internal photography and clear print.

Please inspect all supplied photographs carefully, as they show the actual magazine being sold and form an important part of the condition description.

Important CD Note

The front cover originally promoted a free 15-track CD. The cover itself states that if the wording can be read, the CD is missing.

The free cover CD is therefore NOT included with this copy.

Postage & Packaging

The magazine will be packed carefully for dispatch using sturdy cardboard and/or protective bubble wrap depending on parcel size, with additional attention paid to the covers, corners, spine and page edges to reduce the risk of bending or crushing in transit.

SKU: 1456