Armageddon

The Profile

Armageddon were a 1970s Anglo-American hard rock supergroup featuring Keith Relf (ex-Yardbirds, Renaissance), Martin Pugh, Louis Cennamo, and Bobby Caldwell. They released a single studio album, Armageddon (1975), noted for its heavy, progressive edge. The group dissolved in the mid-1970s; Relf died in 1976.

Formed in 1974 by Keith Relf with Martin Pugh, Louis Cennamo, and Bobby Caldwell. Released the self-titled Armageddon in 1975. Disbanded mid-70s; Relf died on May 14, 1976.

One in-depth review celebrates Armageddon’s 1975 self-titled album, framing it as a ferocious jolt to a bloated rock scene. The writer spotlights the supergroup lineup around Keith Relf, praises the speed and heft of tracks like Buzzard, and notes bluesy and cosmic turns. The suite closer is cast as hard rock’s assault on prog excess. The piece closes by honoring Relf’s 1976 passing.