‘BlitZ’

Album Review BlitZ are an unsigned 3-piece from Nottingham playing straight forward, no frills, ‘80s influenced rock. Citing Kiss, AC/DC, ‪Metallica‬ and Queen amongst their influences, their sound is closer to the party end of the spectrum. While lacking the sheen and soaring vocal ranges often favoured by melodic rock labels, Stuart Corden‘s rough and lived-in vocals draw the listener in, offering something different to the competition and invite further listening.

Thematically, some listeners might find the ‘rock’ focus of some of the songs a bit clichéd (‘Rock Me’ and ‘Born to Rock’), but it‘s clear that the band know how to write catchy, riff-driven rock with big and memorable choruses, and their powerful, full sound belies their 3-piece status. Stand-out tracks include ‘Falling Down’, ‘Only the Strong Survive’ and ’99 Ways’ which you may find yourself singing along with after only a couple of listens.

Worth checking out if you like solid ‘80s-style rock a little rougher around the edges.

Album available for streaming or download on Bandcamp.

GMcA