Vandale could as well be described as a heavy rock band as a cult band. The band was formed in the early eighties and made some fame with their critical lyrics, in their native Dutch language. The debut album ‘Schandale’ is being released in 1981. Just one year later the band releases the follow-up ‘Stale Verhale’. The three singles from this album fail to hit the charts. The record company loses faith in the Dutch rockers what leads to the end of Vandale. This year Snakebite Records decided to re-release both albums as a double dics box set.

The recordings are of course remastered, a job well done by Darius van Helfteren. Listening to both albums make you aware of the early eighties culture in the Netherlands. Just take a look at the covers of the cd’s and taste history. Nevertheless this release is not just for old style rockers who want to relive the past. The music of Vandale will definitely appeal to a lot of youngsters. Both discs contain a couple of bonus tracks. Soundwise these tracks are of slightly lesser quality.