The Band
Savage Blade is a Canadian heavy metal outfit formed by Eric Hoodicoff, Chris Rand, Chris Killeen, Marc Hamelin and ex-Mormon wildchild vocalist Nikko Forsberg. Fueled by the NWOBHM (New Wave of British Heavy Metal) and classic metal bands of the early eighties, Savage Blade pledge to Kill ‘Em All For One.
Savage Blade released their debut album, “We Are The Hammer” in November 2009, to rave reviews around the globe. The album was produced in Nelson BC, with the assistance of producer/engineer Andy Chute, engineer Cole St. Denys and mixer Futcher.
Chock-full of vintage riffs, pounding rhythms, instantly memorable hooks and balls-to-the-wall vocals, the album is sure to strike a chord with fans of the NWOBHM and the classic metal bands of the early 80’s.
Influences: Saxon, Manowar, Judas Priest, Scorpions, Dio, Zimmers Hole, Blitzkrieg, Overkill, Raven, Accept, Thin Lizzy, Anthrax, Metallica, Jaguar, The Rods, Diamond Head, Mercyful Fate, and many more.