NEW BLACK KNIGHT RECORD

Pinball News Website·article·analyzed·Feb 7, 2025

Analysis

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TL;DR

Black Knight: Sword of Rage vinyl LP drops for Record Store Day 2025 via Jackpot Records.

Summary

Stern Pinball's Black Knight: Sword of Rage is receiving a limited edition vinyl LP release through Jackpot Records for Record Store Day 2025 on April 12th. The 12-track pressing features purple marbled vinyl, music by Scott Ian (Anthrax) and Brendon Small (Metalocalypse/Dethklok), and special liner notes from Scott Ian. Limited to 1,200 units at $29.99 MSRP, it will be available at independent record stores and Jackpot Records in Portland.

Key Claims

Black Knight: Sword of Rage vinyl LP limited to 1,200 units on purple marbled vinyl
high confidence · Official announcement from Jackpot Records/Pinball News
Music created by Scott Ian of Anthrax and Brendon Small of Metalocalypse/Dethklok
high confidence · Article states this as factual background; Stern Pinball produced video of Scott Ian discussing his music at 2019 launch
Record Store Day release scheduled for April 12th, 2025
high confidence · Explicit statement in article headline and opening
Recommended retail price is $29.99
high confidence · Stated in article body
In-person collection only on April 12th at Jackpot Records Portland location; online sales begin April 13th
high confidence · Article provides specific distribution details and availability timeline

Notable Quotes

“The music in the game was created by Scott Ian of the band Anthrax and Brendon Small of Metalocalypse and Dethklok.”
Pinball News Article — Establishes high-profile music pedigree of Black Knight: Sword of Rage soundtrack
“Produced by Jackpot Records of Portland, Oregon, this special 12-track pressing is made from a purple marbled vinyl and includes special liner notes from Scott Ian.”
Pinball News Article — Details physical product specification and collectible value-add (Scott Ian liner notes)

Entities

Black Knight: Sword of RagegameStern PinballcompanyJackpot RecordscompanyScott Ianperson Brendon SmallpersonRecord Store Dayevent

Signals

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market_signal: Stern Pinball extending Black Knight: Sword of Rage brand into physical collectible merchandise (vinyl LP) nearly 6 years post-launch
high · Game released March 2019; vinyl LP announced for April 2025; demonstrates sustained brand value and collector interest
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announcement: Official announcement of limited edition Black Knight: Sword of Rage vinyl LP via Jackpot Records for Record Store Day 2025
high · Direct article announcement with specific dates, pricing, production details, and distribution channels
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technology_signal: Resurgence of vinyl records as collectible/premium format for pinball game soundtracks targeting enthusiast audience
medium · Purple marbled vinyl, limited 1,200 unit run, $29.99 price point, and distribution through independent record stores suggests premium collectible positioning

Topics

Merchandise and CollectiblesprimaryMusic and SoundtrackprimaryLimited Edition ProductsprimaryStern Pinball Brand ExtensionssecondaryRecord Store Day Participationsecondary

Sentiment

positive(0.85)— Announcement of collectible product release is framed positively with emphasis on high-quality production (purple marbled vinyl, special liner notes, limited run), famous musicians involved, and distribution through respected independent record stores.

Transcript

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A new limited edition vinyl LP of the music from Stern Pinball’s Black Knight: Sword of Rage is to go on sale to mark this year’s Record Store Day on April 12th. ![The new Black Knight: Sword of Rage LP](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/news/bksor-record-store-day-2025/03-bksor-record-store-day-2025.jpg) The new Black Knight: Sword of Rage LP The music in the game was created by Scott Ian of the band Anthrax and Brendon Small of Metalocalypse and Dethklok. Stern Pinball produced a video of Scott talking about his music when the game was launched in March, 2019. VIDEO Produced by Jackpot Records of Portland, Oregon, this special 12-track pressing is made from a purple marbled vinyl and includes special liner notes from Scott Ian. It is limited to 1,200 units and features special artwork derived from the backglass art used for the Limited Edition model of the game. ![The purple marble vinyl used for this special release](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/news/bksor-record-store-day-2025/01-bksor-record-store-day-2025.jpg) The purple marbled vinyl used for this special release Jackpot Records is both a publisher and a record store. This new release will be available to purchase from their own store and also from other participating independent record stores. The recommended sale price is $29.99. If purchasing direct from Jackpot Records, it will only be available to collect in person from their store at 3574 Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard in Portland on April 12th, but any remaining stock will then be able to be purchased on their website from the following day. Here’s how Jackpot Records announced their new release and offered it to other record stores: ![The promotional material for the new Black Knight: Sword of Rage record](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/news/bksor-record-store-day-2025/04-bksor-record-store-day-2025.jpg) The record