Angelwitch

The Profile

English heavy metal band associated with the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM). Best known for their 1980 self-titled debut album, celebrated for its dark atmosphere and influential guitar work.

Fronted and driven by guitarist/vocalist Kevin Heybourne. Early work features occult themes and raw production; the 1980 debut is widely cited as influential on later thrash bands. Subsequent line-up instability followed the debut.

Angel Witch are presented in the reviews as a central NWOBHM act whose 1980 self-titled debut is celebrated for its dark, occult-tinged songwriting and raw production. Reviewers highlight Kevin Heybourne's guitar work and the album's direct influence on the early American thrash scene. Later line-up instability and less successful follow-ups are noted.