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B.F. Raid (Boston’s Final Raid) is a heavy metal band from Malden, Massachusetts. Originally forming in the early 1980s, the band developed a unique sound by combining the intensity of traditional heavy metal with the edge of punk and the experimental tones of psychedelic rock. This distinctive blend helped them carve out a place in the Boston music scene and build a strong following based on their high-impact live performances and genre-defying style.

In their early years, B.F. Raid performed regularly at some of Boston’s most well-known underground venues, including The Channel, The Rat, Jumping Jack Flash, and Jack’s in Cambridge. Their live shows were known for being loud, raw, and unapologetically aggressive, earning them a reputation as one of the most intense acts in the region. They also performed frequently along Revere Beach, where they continued to attract a wide range of fans through consistent, high-energy gigs.

Two of their most notable early songs, “Victim” and “Angel,” became staples of the Boston metal underground and received regular airplay on local college radio. These tracks exemplified the band’s approach to songwriting—merging heavy riffs and driving rhythms with lyrics that resonated with listeners. Both songs remain fan favorites and are now available on digital platforms as part of the band’s ongoing catalog.

In 2024, B.F. Raid released Raided Again, a new full-length album that reflects the band’s evolution while staying true to its roots. The record features a mix of aggressive, riff-forward tracks and more expansive compositions, highlighting the band’s continued willingness to challenge the conventions of metal while retaining their core identity. Raided Again is available on all major streaming platforms and represents a renewed phase of activity for the group.

The album has received strong independent press coverage and critical praise for its sound and execution:

“A shredfest with some fine Dio-esque singing”– Hippo Magazine
“One of the best heavy metal bands hailing from Boston today” – Metronome Magazine
“Raw punk influences with a strong metal foundation” –Metalheads Forever Magazine
“The album has attitude and is riddled with that personality through and through” – Buzzslayers Blog
“B.F. Raid continues to be a climbing force in the heavy metal arena” – Paperjam Magazine

Now decades into their career, B.F. Raid continues to write, record, and perform with the same intensity that marked their early days. Their commitment to heavy music, independence, and creative risk-taking remains at the core of everything they do. Whether in the studio or on stage, the band delivers music with power, authenticity, and staying power.