Raven - On And On (live 11-9-2012)

Performing at the DIVEbar in Raleigh, North Carolina on Friday November 9, 2012. Raven was formed in 1974 in Newcastle, England, by brothers John Gallagher and Mark Gallagher and Paul Bowden. Known as the Godfathers of N.W.O.B.H.M. (New Wave Of British Heavy Metal), Raven began creating a sound which was rooted in British hard rock, with progressive rock tendencies, and a willingness to take musical chances. The band's highly-energized live show and interaction between band members developed an image and style of play-the-band, described as "athletic". They began wearing guards, helmets, and plates from various sports (hockey, baseball, etc) and incorporating them into the playing of their instruments (elbow pads and hockey masks were used to strike cymbals for a unique performance angle). Virginian Joe Hasselvander (ex-Pentagram) joined as drummer in late 1987 and the band dropped the outlandish image for a more conventional denim-and-leather look. The band recorded and toured until 2001 when a wall collapsed on guitarist Mark Gallagher, crushing his legs. Raven went on hiatus for nearly 5 years, from 2001--2006, while the guitarist rehabilitated, though Raven never officially disbanded. John Gallagher - bass, vocals Mark Gallagher - guitar, backing vocals Joe Hasselvander - drums web site... http://www.ravenlunatics.com

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