 | Ian Toomey , member of the mythical Bitches Sin, presents his new song 'Starchild' and his 10 favorite NWOBHM songs. About 'Starchild' he told us with enthusiasm a few months ago “the universe has sent me some magical riffs that have become the song Starchild. It's turning into monumental old-school rock”, and the track 'In The Arms Of An Angel' “features some beautiful lyrics and orchestration… and very simple”. |
Not being able to count on his friend and producer Chris Tsangarides (who died in January 2018) has been an emotional handicap. "We finally have a mix we're satisfied with for 'StarChild', and yesterday we received the mastered track from Metropolis. Tony Cousins has mastered the track, the same gentleman who mastered 'Masters Of Light'. When we worked with Chris, on a few occasions, Dave would spend time at the table with him. So Dave produced and Chris must have watched him from up there."
The new wave of British heavy metal underground provided us with great intense bands with personality, one of them being Bitches Sin, who are always on top playlists.
With his characteristic English humour, he tells us “I don't apologize for including two songs by Saxon, a great NWOBHM band that has stayed true to its roots. Biff is a solid, genuine guy."
'Hollywood Tease' by Girl
Bursts of watts come out of the speakers, pure nerve with great guitar work, plus Chris Tsangarides produced the song, and it was the one that first made me notice his work.
'See You In Hell' by Grim Reaper
A classic! I have sung this song many times with Bitches Sin fans at concerts and festivals.
'Running Free' by Iron Maiden
True and classy NWOBHM. At the time, very similar to how I and others thought the NWOBHM should sound.
'Dallas 1PM' by Saxon
Everything works, great arrangement and a very suitable and tasteful solo.
Wheels Of Steel by Saxon
I was a biker back in the day, and for many years this was the quintessential classic, plus I met Biff a few times at the “Classic Rock Awards”.
Wasted by Def Leppard
Great riff and high energy vocals, melodic solo that fits well, always on my playlist.
'Strangers On The Shore' by Bitches Sin
My little brother's creature, and a true NWOBHM classic. One of the favorites in concerts.
'One Of These Days' by Trespass
One of the first NWOBHM songs that Pete Toomey and I heard, very atmospheric, it captured the vibe of the time.
'Down The Road' by Bitches Sin
The first song I wrote for Bitches Sin and a favorite of many.
'Race With The Devil' by Girlschool
Originally written by the group Gun in 1969, the girls did a superb job on this version. In the early days of Bitches Sinn, we used to include the Girlschool version in our live shows.
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The new wave of British heavy metal underground provided us with great intense bands with personality, one of them being Bitches Sin, who are always on top playlists.
With his characteristic English humour, he tells us “I don't apologize for including two songs by Saxon, a great NWOBHM band that has stayed true to its roots. Biff is a solid, genuine guy."
'Hollywood Tease' by Girl
Bursts of watts come out of the speakers, pure nerve with great guitar work, plus Chris Tsangarides produced the song, and it was the one that first made me notice his work.
'See You In Hell' by Grim Reaper
A classic! I have sung this song many times with Bitches Sin fans at concerts and festivals.
'Running Free' by Iron Maiden
True and classy NWOBHM. At the time, very similar to how I and others thought the NWOBHM should sound.
'Dallas 1PM' by Saxon
Everything works, great arrangement and a very suitable and tasteful solo.
Wheels Of Steel by Saxon
I was a biker back in the day, and for many years this was the quintessential classic, plus I met Biff a few times at the “Classic Rock Awards”.
Wasted by Def Leppard
Great riff and high energy vocals, melodic solo that fits well, always on my playlist.
'Strangers On The Shore' by Bitches Sin
My little brother's creature, and a true NWOBHM classic. One of the favorites in concerts.
'One Of These Days' by Trespass
One of the first NWOBHM songs that Pete Toomey and I heard, very atmospheric, it captured the vibe of the time.
'Down The Road' by Bitches Sin
The first song I wrote for Bitches Sin and a favorite of many.
'Race With The Devil' by Girlschool
Originally written by the group Gun in 1969, the girls did a superb job on this version. In the early days of Bitches Sinn, we used to include the Girlschool version in our live shows.
original article and links to all the videos
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