Angel Witch are an English heavy metal band formed in London in 1976. They are considered one of the key bands of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM), known for their dark, melodic, and occult-tinged approach to traditional heavy metal.
Led by founding member Kevin Heybourne, Angel Witch developed a cult following through their atmospheric songwriting and influential early releases, despite frequent lineup changes and periods of inactivity.
Angel Witch’s sound is defined by melodic yet heavy guitar riffs, mid-tempo pacing, and a dark, mystical atmosphere. Their music blends traditional British heavy metal with early doom-leaning moods and lyrical themes drawn from the occult and fantasy.
The band’s style helped define a darker strand of NWOBHM alongside acts that leaned toward heavier and more atmospheric sounds.
Angel Witch (1980) – debut album and a cornerstone of NWOBHM, featuring iconic tracks such as "Angel Witch" and "White Witch", and establishing their signature dark melodic style.
Screamin’ n’ Bleedin’ (1985) – follow-up album expanding their sound with a heavier production style and more varied songwriting.
As Above, So Below (2012) – long-awaited comeback album returning to the band’s darker, classic heavy metal roots with modern production.
Angel Witch are widely regarded as one of the most important cult bands of NWOBHM, with their debut album particularly influential in shaping later traditional metal, doom metal, and extreme metal aesthetics.
Fans of artists such as Diamond Head, Witchfinder General, and Saxon are likely to appreciate Angel Witch’s dark, melodic heavy metal sound.
All Angel Witch releases we carry are official physical formats only, focusing on vinyl and CD editions sourced from authorised labels and distributors.
We also stock official Angel Witch clothing and accessories, representing one of the most influential cult names in British heavy metal.
Angel Witch are a big part of the Heavy Metal scene, so if you fancy exploring more like-minded artists, have a look through our HEAVY METAL CATEGORY. You might also like to read our blog on the different subgenres of Metal \m/
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