"Cult Classic" is the Twelfth Studio album by American hard rock band Blue Öyster Cult, a recognized pioneer in the heavy metal genre for their use of sci-fi/occult imagery. Often cited as a major influence by other acts such as Metallica, and BÖC was listed in VH1's countdown of the greatest hard rock bands of all time. Originally released in 1994, the album includes new recordings of the band's biggest hits and most famous songs, including such classics as "Don't Fear the Reaper," "Burning for You," "Astronomy," "Don't Fear the Reaper" and "Godzilla" among others.