On this day March 11 1983 Canadian hard rock band Helix released their third studio album No Rest for the Wicked. The album marked a turning point for the band as they embraced a heavier sound and gained more mainstream attention.
While it peaked at number 186 on the Billboard charts No Rest for the Wicked helped establish Helix in the rock and metal scene. The album featured standout tracks like Heavy Metal Love and Does a Fool Ever Learn which became fan favorites and contributed to the band’s rising popularity.
80s insight: No Rest for the Wicked was Helix’s first album released by a major label after signing with Capitol Records giving them greater exposure in the US market.