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Having gone through many varied permutations since their formation in 1978, Toronto metal legends Anvil are maintained by the core of childhood friends, singer/guitarist Steve “Lips” Kudlow and drummer Robb Reiner. The band is held together by bassist Chris Robertson, who has solidified the lineup since 2014. Now, Anvil is …

Once you begin listening to Anvil, you’ll never look back. Their initial 80s output—Hard ‘n’ Heavy (1981), Metal on Metal (1982), and Forged in Fire (1983) — is essential to thrash’s expansion worldwide. Subsequent releases will leave you equally shocked as to why the band’s credibility has only recently been …