On this day June 7, 1982, Girlschool released their third studio album Screaming Blue Murder. As one of the leading all female bands in the British heavy metal scene, Girlschool delivered another hard hitting collection of tracks that reinforced their presence during the peak of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal.
Screaming Blue Murder followed the success of their first two albums and showed the band pushing forward with a tighter sound and a more aggressive edge. Known for songs like the title track and Wildlife, the album maintained the group’s signature blend of raw power and punk attitude.
Though it did not achieve the commercial heights of their earlier releases, it became a favorite among loyal fans and further cemented Girlschool’s reputation as pioneers in a male dominated genre.
80s insight: Girlschool’s Screaming Blue Murder was part of a wave that gave women a louder voice in heavy music. It proved they could rock just as hard and hold their own on any stage.
Screaming Blue Murder followed the success of their first two albums and showed the band pushing forward with a tighter sound and a more aggressive edge. Known for songs like the title track and Wildlife, the album maintained the group’s signature blend of raw power and punk attitude.
Though it did not achieve the commercial heights of their earlier releases, it became a favorite among loyal fans and further cemented Girlschool’s reputation as pioneers in a male dominated genre.
80s insight: Girlschool’s Screaming Blue Murder was part of a wave that gave women a louder voice in heavy music. It proved they could rock just as hard and hold their own on any stage.
