Year : 2018 Style : Melodic Hard Rock Country : United Kingdom Audio : 320 kbps + front + Video Size : 152 mb
Bio:
Blitz are a three piece band from the Nottingham area, consisting of guitarist Kevin Simpson, vocalist/bassist Stuart Corden and drummer Mathew Davis, who also provides backing vocals. This release, the band's first, is a self-produced seven track EP. The short first track, 'Welcome To The Rock Show', serves as a broad introduction as to what the listener can expect from the majority of the other tracks, being up tempo and high energy 'good time' rock with plenty of melody and hooks.Of the tracks in this style, probably the stand out ones are 'Falling Down', which is extremely catchy and has a riff in the end section that’s reminiscent of ‘Pyromania’-era Def Leppard; 'Another World Away' in which the vocals are very evocative of David Lee Roth in early Van Halen; and 'Drive', which has an Offspring style intro and a riff that has a faint ring of 'Children Of The Grave' to it (at least to my ears).For me, though, the standout track is 'Journey Of A Thousand Souls', the longest on the EP and with a more measured tempo, a more serious tone and an epic feel. It is meant as a compliment to the band that the song has a Maiden-esque feel to it, especially regarding the guitar sound. Overall, this is a very impressive and promising debut from Blitz, especially given that it was self-produced, and I await with interest further releases from them. BlitZ began taking there Rock show up and down the bars and stages of the u.k gaining rave reviews, radio play and an ever growing army of friends.
Line-Up:
Kevin Simpson - Guitar and backing vocals Mat Davis - Drums and backing vocals Stuart Corden - Vocals and bass
Tracklist:
01. I Belive 02. Rock Me 03. Falling Down 04. Only The Strong Survive 05. 99 Ways 06. Never Give Up 07. Queen Of The Night 08. Don't Look Back 09. Another World Away 10. One In A Million 11. Love Is A War 12. Born To Rock
Year : 2020 Style : Melodic Hard Rock Country : United Kingdom Audio : 320 kbps + front Size : 112 mb
Bio:
Blitz are a three piece band from the Nottingham area, consisting of guitarist Kevin Simpson, vocalist/bassist Stuart Corden and drummer Mathew Davis, who also provides backing vocals. This release, the band's first, is a self-produced seven track EP. The short first track, 'Welcome To The Rock Show', serves as a broad introduction as to what the listener can expect from the majority of the other tracks, being up tempo and high energy 'good time' rock with plenty of melody and hooks.Of the tracks in this style, probably the stand out ones are 'Falling Down', which is extremely catchy and has a riff in the end section that’s reminiscent of ‘Pyromania’-era Def Leppard; 'Another World Away' in which the vocals are very evocative of David Lee Roth in early Van Halen; and 'Drive', which has an Offspring style intro and a riff that has a faint ring of 'Children Of The Grave' to it (at least to my ears).For me, though, the standout track is 'Journey Of A Thousand Souls', the longest on the EP and with a more measured tempo, a more serious tone and an epic feel. It is meant as a compliment to the band that the song has a Maiden-esque feel to it, especially regarding the guitar sound. Overall, this is a very impressive and promising debut from Blitz, especially given that it was self-produced, and I await with interest further releases from them. BlitZ began taking there Rock show up and down the bars and stages of the u.k gaining rave reviews, radio play and an ever growing army of friends.
Album:
BLITZ is a Hard Rock/Heavy Metal band from Nottingham, England formed in 2015. They are a three-piece with all members taking on parts of the vocal duties. BLITZ has been busy, releasing an EP and full-length album prior to “Fight To Survive”, their sophomore effort. Dropping August 21, 2020, “Fight To Survive” will be self-released and available through Bandcamp.At first glance, I thought this was an album of cover tunes. Many of the titles look and sound familiar; however, these are all originals. The songs do not sound at all like the tracks you might have expected. “One In A Million” does not have a GUNS ‘N’ ROSES feel, nor does “Blood Brothers” evoke anything like IRON MAIDEN. Instead, you get a new song that displays their love of bands like G’N’R and MAIDEN. They honor without being copycats, an impressive feat for a new band.It is also abundantly clear that this band takes some of their cues and themes from their influences. “Party Time” sounds like it could have been done by KISS or MOTLEY CRUE and “Rock Show” is the prototypical song about needing to get to a concert (aren’t we all dying for that about now??). Probably my biggest question about this band is whether they want to be the party guys or the serious rockers. They do both on this record, and I think they do the serious rockers better. As catchy as these two songs try to be, I think their best songs are the ones that make you want to headbang, not try to hook up with the hottie in the front row.“Waiting For A Miracle” and Damage Is Done” are proof that their guitar riffs and pounding rhythm section are ready to take control of the listener and make them throw their hands in the air. For a three-piece band, they have a really big sound. They can also drop off the furious pace and move you along slowly while building the tension. You know it’s about to kick off and you cannot wait for lift-off! BLITZ is a good band. When I say the party songs don’t hook me, that doesn’t mean they aren’t good songs, I just don’t feel they are the strongest songs on the record. Their straight forward rockers are just better. I love the perseverance theme you hear in some of their songs. These guys can, and do, write anthemic type songs that make you want to get up and get near the stage and scream along with the singer. That is a skill that not every band has. Crank this record up and have some fun!
Line-Up:
Kevin Simpson - Guitar and backing vocals Mat Davis - Drums and backing vocals Stuart Corden - Vocals and bass
Tracklist:
01. One in a Million (03:32) 02. Blood Brothers (03:45) 03. Waiting for a Miracle (03:13) 04. Damage Is Done (04:26) 05. Fight to Survive (04:01) 06. Breaking Out (03:17) 07. Party Time (03:28) 08. Never Surrender (05:27) 09. 99 Ways (03:08) 10. Dance on Fire (04:26) 11. Rock Show (04:07)
Year : 2025 Style : Melodic Hard Rock Country : United Kingdom Audio : 320 kbps + front Size : 132 mb
Bio:
Blitz are a three piece band from the Nottingham area, consisting of guitarist Kevin Simpson, vocalist/bassist Stuart Corden and drummer Mathew Davis, who also provides backing vocals. This release, the band's first, is a self-produced seven track EP. The short first track, 'Welcome To The Rock Show', serves as a broad introduction as to what the listener can expect from the majority of the other tracks, being up tempo and high energy 'good time' rock with plenty of melody and hooks.Of the tracks in this style, probably the stand out ones are 'Falling Down', which is extremely catchy and has a riff in the end section that’s reminiscent of ‘Pyromania’-era Def Leppard; 'Another World Away' in which the vocals are very evocative of David Lee Roth in early Van Halen; and 'Drive', which has an Offspring style intro and a riff that has a faint ring of 'Children Of The Grave' to it (at least to my ears).For me, though, the standout track is 'Journey Of A Thousand Souls', the longest on the EP and with a more measured tempo, a more serious tone and an epic feel. It is meant as a compliment to the band that the song has a Maiden-esque feel to it, especially regarding the guitar sound. Overall, this is a very impressive and promising debut from Blitz, especially given that it was self-produced, and I await with interest further releases from them. BlitZ began taking there Rock show up and down the bars and stages of the u.k gaining rave reviews, radio play and an ever growing army of friends.
Album:
Nottingham, UK’s melodic hard rockers BLITZ are a blast. Their new album “Rock City Symphony” is a blast too. Yeah, the guys put out some fine albums so far, but with “Rock City Symphony” BlitZ has released their best so far, and one of the best CD’s of the year.Indeed, on “Rock City Symphony” BlitZ keeps delivering their delightful blend of American ’80s melodic, radio-friendly, feel-good rock n’ roll, very well played & produced as usual from them, but this time there’s ‘the catchy factor’ pushed to the limit. And the songwriting: none of the 11 tracks feels like a filler – all killers!BlitZ recaptures the spirit of a classic era when music was fun—a rare fusion of melodic pop-rock and hard-hitting riffs, read KISS, Y&T, Bon Jovi, Harem Scarem, Van Halen, etc. The album is packed with infectious hooks, memorable melodies, and a flair for dramatic storytelling, all delivered with unmistakable energy.BlitZ’s tight, powerful musicianship is on full display in every fist-pumping anthem, demonstrating both their technical skill and genuine conviction. With ”Rock City Symphony”, BlitZ proves that old-school rock still has something new to teach, thanks to the fresh perspective of Kev, Stu, and Mat.
Line-Up:
Stuart Corden - Vocals and bass Kevin Simpson - Guitar and backing vocals Mathew Davis - Drums and backing vocals
Tracklist:
01. Rock City Symphony 02. Tear Down The Walls 03. Hurricane 04. The Score 05. Skin Of Our Teeth 06. Vampires Of The Dawn 07. Hollow Man 08. Anti Hero 09. Song 4 Life 10. Valhalla 11. Kick It Up
