LPCDreissues: Looking forward to the past

One of the most influential bands in the NWOBHM, Angel Witch's self-titled 1980 debut is one of the genre's defining moments - taking lessons learned from Sabbath and Judas Priest they crafted a whole new violent, yet often melodic sound. Although not as well known (particularly in the US) as the likes of Iron Maiden, Def Leppard and Girlschool, Angel Witch was a seminal member of this same scene and thanks to the expert songwriting of Kevin Haybourne, often head and shoulders above the rest, particularly on this masterful eponymous debut.