Screamin' 'n' Bleedin'
Angel Witch · 1985
43 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal · new wave of British heavy metal
Gritty riffs and haunting melodies intertwine, embodying the dark ethos of '80s heavy metal.
Why this album works
'Screamin' 'n' Bleedin'' did not achieve mainstream success but has been recognized for its influence on subsequent heavy metal acts and for cementing Angel Witch's legacy within the NWOBHM movement. The album's themes and sound contributed to a growing cult following, particularly among fans of darker, more atmospheric metal.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo exploration gritty riffs for late nights haunting melodies for introspection
- Context
- Released in January 1985, 'Screamin' 'n' Bleedin'' was Angel Witch's second album, following their self-titled debut in 1980. At this point, they were navigating a shifting heavy metal landscape, striving to maintain relevance within the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) scene that was evolving rapidly during the mid-'80s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ozzy Osbourne· Alice Cooper· Rob Zombie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Who’s to Blame 4:03
- 2 Child of the Night Standout 3:46
- 3 Evil Games 4:18
- 4 Afraid of the Dark 5:58
- 5 Screamin’ ’n’ Bleedin’ Standout 4:37
- 6 Reawakening 4:54
- 7 Waltz the Night 5:53
- 8 Goodbye 3:41
- 9 Fatal Kiss 4:36
- 10 U.X.V. 2:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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