Released in the cauldron of the early 1980s British metal boom, 'Wiped Out' by Raven (6) is a testament to the unfiltered spirit of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. Where many of their contemporaries leaned toward radio polish, Raven delivered an album that is gloriously rough-edged, fast, and brimming with youthful bravado. The trio’s relentless pace and blistering guitar work set a blueprint for the speed and thrash movements that soon followed—making 'Wiped Out' a pivotal record in heavy music’s evolution. Tracks like 'Faster Than the Speed of Light' and 'Fire Power' do more than live up to their names; they capture a band at creative peak, challenging conventions and pushing technical boundaries. For collectors, this album isn’t just a snapshot of a genre in flux—it stands out for its sheer audacity and the sense that anything was possible in those high-voltage sessions. Whether you’re seeking a historical cornerstone or simply crave rock with teeth, 'Wiped Out' delivers an experience that feels as urgent today as it did on first spin. This is the sound of a band—and an era—refusing to hold back.
Track List:
A1 - Faster Than The Speed Of Light - 4:19
A2 - Bring The Hammer Down - 4:16
A3 - Fire Power - 3:08
A4 - Read All About It - 3:01
A5 - To The Limit/To The Top - 7:53
A6 - Battle Zone - 3:32
B1 - Live At The Inferno! - 3:52
B2 - Star War - 5:33
B3 - UXB - 3:19
B4 - 20/21 - 1:33
B5 - Hold Back The Fire - 5:49
B6 - Chain Saw - 5:14
B7 - Crash, Bang, Wallop - 2:59