British Heavy Metal Legends QUARTZ Sign with Battlegod Productions
British Heavy Metal Legends QUARTZ Sign with Battlegod Productions
British Heavy Metal Legends QUARTZ Sign with Battlegod ProductionsBattlegod Productions is proud to announce the latest addition to its ever-growing roster of international metal talent — the legendary British heavy metal band QUARTZ. A cornerstone of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement, Quartz continue to forge their legacy with the release of their sixth studio album, Six (2025), and will soon begin work on their seventh studio album, slated for release in late 2026 or early 2027 under the Battlegod banner.
Originally formed in Birmingham, England, in 1974 under the name Bandy Legs, Quartz quickly made their mark after rebranding in 1977. Their self-titled debut, Quartz, was produced by none other than Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath and featured contributions from Ozzy Osbourne and Queen’s Brian May — cementing the band’s place among the architects of the heavy metal sound.
Throughout their storied career, Quartz have toured alongside iconic acts such as Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, AC/DC, and Rush, and have performed at the prestigious Reading Festival three times. Following their initial split in 1984, the band reformed in 2011 and has since released three critically acclaimed albums: Fear No Evil (2016), On the Edge of No Tomorrow (2022), and Six (2025).
The current lineup features:
Geoff Bate – Lead Vocals & Rhythm Guitar
Malcolm Cope – Drums
Mick Hopkins – Lead Guitar
Dek Arnold – Bass & Backing Vocals
With their next studio project set to begin production in 2026, Quartz promise an album that both honors their rich musical heritage and pushes their classic heavy metal sound into bold new territory.
“It’s an honor to welcome a band of such historic significance to the Battlegod family,” said Peter, founder of Battlegod Productions. “Quartz helped shape the sound of British metal, and their new material is as powerful and relevant as ever.”
Stay tuned for updates on the new album’s progress, official release date, cover art reveal, and pre-order information.
