While some may mock the past of Heavy Metal with the arrogance of a modern spectator, the truth is there is no denying the power behind the genre’s origins. Dating back to the late ’70s, the style blossomed to something ever-so-dominating in the ’80s, and this is where many other bands joined the movement. Looking back, between 1980 and 1985 a horde of impressive acts were on the attack, like Angel Witch, Iron Maiden, Grim Reaper, Demon, Tygers of Pan Tang, among others. All out of the UK, their rise was part of what is historically referred to as the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, and their influence still reigns decades later around the globe with spawnings such as Vipërwitch.
Not out of the Moors of England, but instead the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, Vipërwitch is an authentically traditional Heavy Metal band on the verge of big things. Formed back in 2014 by Guitarist, Vocalist, and Lead Lyricist Danica “Lynx the Huntress” Minor, they made a positive early impression in the formative years; performing with the likes of Dokken, Lita Ford, Flotsam & Jetsam, among others. Moving forward, they would be chosen and become National Finalists (3 of 4 rounds) for the Wacken USA Battle of the Bands in 2019. Building a following, in 2020 they released their first single “She Wolves of the Wasteland”; a haunting speedy, melodic riff-driven offering that brought back visions of Heavy Metal’s glory years.
A great way to capture more attention, after much anticipation, Vipërwitch at least offers their first-ever full-length album to the world in 2024. Calling it Witch Hunt: Road to Vengeance, and releasing it internationally on Halloween, the debut shows that Lynx the Huntress’ vision may have taken time to realize, but the wait proves to have been worth it. A highly seasoned musician in her own right, Lynx harnesses her passion for symphonic composition, Jazz, and Metal guitar, but also Fantasy literature into the nightmarish realm of Vipërwitch. Highlighting the endless possibilities of one’s imagination, when listening to Witch Hunt: Road to Vengeance you cannot help but feel like you have been transported into another dimension where you can be the victor in a battle against forces of evil.
Extremely adventurous, the lineup of Vipërwitch joining Lynx the Hunteress (since 2019) includes Jason” Zeus” Pinero on Bass, vocals, and production, Jacob “Thunderor” Coellen on drums, along with William Perkins (of Celestial Wizard & Midnight Sun) on guest lead guitar. Together sharing a passion for Heavy Metal, it will be interesting to see how everything develops for the band from here now that a full-length album is available. Seeing the talent and energy inside the album, Vipërwitch is prime to find diehard Heavy Metal fans far and wide, so look out!
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