Although Raven’s origins date as far back as 1974, they came to the attention of the British rock media with the 1980 release of their debut single, ‘Don’t Need Your Money’. Hailing from Newcastle, it seemed inevitable that brothers John & Mark Gallagher, on Bass Guitar / Lead Vocals & Lead Guitar respectively, joined by drummer Rob “Wacko” Hunter, would sign to Newcastle based NWOBHM (New Wave Of British Heavy Metal) label Neat Records, alongside other NWOBHM luminaries Venom, Fist & White Spirit.
A big influence on future thrash metal legends such as Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth & Anthrax, their highly energised form of speed metal became the self-styled “athletic rock”, a genre that would extend to the band wearing of baseball and American football apparel on stage.
The band's third full length for Neat Records released in 1981, 'Rock Until You Drop' is considered as a major influence on such bands as Metallica and Slayer, and features classic likes 'Mind Over Metal', 'Sledgehammer Rock' and 'Seek And Destroy'.
Pressed on cloudy red black vinyl
*Please note image is a mock up only - actual colours may vary on finished product*
Tracklisting
Side A:
1. Take Control
2. Mind over Metal
3. Sledgehammer Rock
4. All for One
5. Run Silent, Run Deep
Side B:
1. Hung, Drawn and Quartere
2. Break the Chain
3. Take It Away
4. Seek and Destroy
5. Athletic Rock
