Raven

English heavy metal trio known for a high-energy "athletic rock" approach; early core lineup featured John Gallagher (bass/vocals), Mark Gallagher (guitar) and Rob Hunter (drums).

Formed in Newcastle, England in 1974. Early lineup included John and Mark Gallagher and Rob Hunter. Part of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal and noted in DeBaser reviews for raw, fast riffs and energetic performances.

DeBaser reviews celebrate Raven as a high-energy NWOBHM trio known for their 'athletic rock' and abrasive, fast riffs. Early albums Rock Until You Drop, Wiped Out and All for One receive strong praise. Stay Hard is noted as a more commercial, divisive effort. A compilation (All Systems Go!) gathers many highlights.

For:Fans of NWOBHM, classic heavy metal, and high-energy early-80s rock