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The New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s, characterized by its fast-paced, energetic sound, galloping rhythms, and dual guitar harmonies. Born from the ashes of punk's energy and the legacy of classic heavy metal, NWOBHM drew upon blues-rock and hard rock influences, often incorporating fantastical and mythological lyrics. Key bands of the era, such as those associated with the legendary "Metal for Muthas" compilation, forged a distinct sound marked by soaring vocals, shredding solos, and a raw, unbridled intensity. As a reaction against the commercialism of mainstream rock, NWOBHM played a pivotal role in shaping the development of thrash metal, power metal, and other extreme genres, while its influence can still be heard in contemporary metal and hard rock.

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Powerdrive
Single - Released March 7, 2025

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Angel Witch
Anvil Salute
Axetasy
Blitzkrieg
CROWLEY
Dagger
Def Leppard
Demon
Dendera
Diamond Head
Gaskin
Grim Reaper
Heavy Pettin
Iron Maiden
Jaguar
Lemmy
Mercyful Fate
Nitro
Paul Di'Anno
Praying Mantis
RAVEN
Rampart
Raven
Raven Banner
Razor
Razor
Satan
Tim "Ripper" Owens
Tokyo Blade
Tredegar
Tygers Of Pan Tang
Venom
Venom
Witchfinder General
Witchfynde
ozzy
Iron Maiden
Def Leppard
Venom
Lemmy
Gaskin
Mercyful Fate
ozzy
Diamond Head
Paul Di'Anno
Demon
Tygers Of Pan Tang
Witchfinder General
Angel Witch
Grim Reaper
Dagger
Praying Mantis
Adrian Smith
Satan
Tim "Ripper" Owens
Tokyo Blade
Razor
Raven
Witchfynde
Venom
Heavy Pettin
Blitzkrieg
CROWLEY
Axetasy
Jaguar
Nitro
Raven Banner
Dendera
Tredegar
RAVEN
Rampart
Razor
Anvil Salute