In late 1981, the group wrote a number of songs at Ibiza Sound

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In late 1981, the group wrote a number of songs at Ibiza Sound Studios in Ibiza , Spain, continuing their collaboration with producer Tom Allom . Initially, it was planned for a release in early 1982, but it was decided that they would resume recording after their 1981 World Wide Blitz Tour have been concluded. In January 1982, the group recorded their material, which it showcased their continuing success in straightforward heavy rock tunes. Their resulting record, Screaming for Vengeance , was released on 1 July 1982. Charting in nine countries, it peaked at number 11 in the UK and number 17 in the US . The latter contained their most popular track of their discography, ” You’ve Got Another Thing Comin ‘ “, which ultimately gained heavy rotation across multiple radio stations in North America. The song charted at number 67 on the US Billboard Hot 100 , the band’s only song to chart towards crossover pop airplay and sales. It charted at number four on its Mainstream Rock chart position at that region. “(Take These) Chains” was also released as a single, but did not chart. Multiple tracks from Screaming for Vengeance also included ” Electric Eye ” and “Riding on the Wind”, which received adequate airplay and has been proven to be popular in live performances. The album was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) within four months of release, then platinum in 1983, later double platinum by 2001. The group followed up that year with their World Vengeance Tour to support the album. On 29 May 1983, the band appeared as headliners on Heavy Metal Day of the US Festival in San Bernardino, California , sponsored by Steve Wozniak . The band was fourth in the line-up that also included Quiet Riot , Mötley Crüe , Ozzy Osbourne , Triumph , Scorpions , and Van Halen .