In the smoldering embers of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) scene in 1985, Blitzkrieg emerged with their debut album, "A Time of Changes." Recorded at Impulse Studios in Newcastle upon Tyne, this album was a raw and unapologetic testament to the band's dedication to pure, unadulterated heavy metal.
Produced by Martin Smith and Brian Ross, with Smith also handling the engineering duties, "A Time of Changes" captures the band's energy and intensity with a raw, unpolished sound. The album's production may not be the most refined, but it perfectly complements the music's raw power. Brian Ross's vocals are a force of nature, his gritty delivery perfectly matching the aggressive instrumentation.
The album's cover art, designed by Brian Ross and Mandy Ross, with artwork by Colwell, Reed, and Bachine of Gallery Seven Associates, is a striking visual representation of the music within. The artwork captures the album's themes of war, chaos, and change, setting the stage for the sonic assault that awaits the listener.
"A Time of Changes" is a true NWOBHM classic, a testament to a time when heavy metal was raw, unfiltered, and unafraid to push boundaries. The album may not have achieved mainstream success, but it remains a cult favorite among metal fans, a reminder of a time when heavy metal was a force to be reckoned with.
