Country of origin: United Kingdom Location: Leicester, Leicestershire (early); Sunderland, Tyne and Wear (later), England Status: Active Formed in: 1980 Genre: Heavy Metal, NWOBHM Themes: War, Social issues, Life Current label: Mighty Music Years active: 1979-1980 (as Split Image), 1980-1981, 1984-1991, 1992-1994, 1996-1999, 2001-present Blitzkrieg are an English heavy metal band formed in Leicester in 1980. The current line-up consists of Brian Ross (vocals), Alan Ross (guitar), Liam Ferguson (bass), Matt Graham (drums), and Nick Jennison (guitar). Ross is the only remaining member from the band's founding, and the band are now based in Newcastle. Brian Ross – Lead Vocals Alan Ross – Guitars Matt Graham – Drums Huw Holding – Bass