Randy Burns is a renowned American record producer and audio engineer known for his significant contributions to the thrash and death metal genres during the 1980s and 1990s. He played a crucial role in shaping the sound of early extreme metal bands by emphasizing raw intensity and clarity in his production style. Burns gained recognition for producing legendary albums like Peace Sells… but Who’s Buying? by Megadeth and Scream Bloody Gore by Death, which are considered foundational records in metal history. He worked with numerous underground and rising bands, helping them achieve iconic status in the metal scene. His influence is credited with pushing the boundaries of metal’s sound, especially in its formative years.

Megadeth – Peace Sells… but Who’s Buying? (1986) – Death – Scream Bloody Gore (1987) – Nuclear Assault – Game Over (1986) – Possessed – Beyond the Gates (1986) – Dark Angel – We Have Arrived (1985) – Agent Steel – Unstoppable Force (1987) – Kreator – Pleasure to Kill (1986, mixing) – Suicidal Tendencies – Join the Army (1987)