ALBUM REVIEW: Stormcast – The Ghost Eater

If GOJIRA and OPETH had a conspicuous love child, STORMCAST would be it. The Atmospheric Death Metal force are back, and they bring fourth an intriguing token of wonder. This comes in the form of their upcoming album The Ghost Eater. It shows a new side of the band that still contain hints of their … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Stormcast – The Ghost Eater

NEWS: Massive Wagons Announce Headline Tour In April 2019

Massive Wagons, the anthemic five piece rock act and Lancaster’s favourite sons, are set to build on a hugely impressive 2018 with the announcement of a major UK headline tour in April 2019. Frontman Baz Mills says, ‘This is the culmination of years of hard work. I mean, the hard work continues now, it’s just … Continue reading NEWS: Massive Wagons Announce Headline Tour In April 2019

ALBUM REVIEW: Arion – Life Is Not Beautiful

It’s a well-known fact that Finland are one of the best breeding grounds for symphonic and power metal bands. Household names such as NIGHTWISH, SONATA ARCTICA and STRATOVARIUS have come from this holy land. And if this upcoming release from ARION is anything to go by, then their place in the Finnish metal hall of fame is secured. ARION‘s latest release Life Is Not … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Arion – Life Is Not Beautiful

NEWS: Creedence Clearwater Revival – The Complete Studio Albums (Half-Speed Masters) 7-LP Deluxe Box Set – Out On 30th November 2018

London, UK - The arrival of Creedence Clearwater Revival’s  50th anniversary brings an unprecedented celebration of everything the band contributed in their short but startlingly epochal time together (1968 – 1972). To commemorate this milestone, Craft Recordings is releasing a deluxe box set comprising the band’s complete seven-album studio output: Creedence Clearwater Revival, Bayou Country, Green River, Willy and the … Continue reading NEWS: Creedence Clearwater Revival – The Complete Studio Albums (Half-Speed Masters) 7-LP Deluxe Box Set – Out On 30th November 2018

NEWS: The Wildhearts – 25th Anniversary of ‘Earth vs the Wildhearts’ playing the album in full on UK December tour

Twenty five years in and The Wildhearts are ready for more - originally formed in late 1989 in the depths of Newcastle, the group are returning to the big stage to perform their debut album, Earth vs the Wildhearts, in it’s entirety. A testament to their celebrated authenticity, 99% of the album is an amalgamation of original  demos, … Continue reading NEWS: The Wildhearts – 25th Anniversary of ‘Earth vs the Wildhearts’ playing the album in full on UK December tour

“In terms of the song; I’m trying to say be yourself, take those risks and go for it. Don’t look back.”

STORMCAST are back and they are not taking any prisoners. Their new album The Ghost Eater is due out this Friday and it will mark a new era for the band. I spoke to founder and vocalist/guitarist Mike Angastiniotis about the album, the band’s new direction and messages within the lyrical content. You’ve just come … Continue reading “In terms of the song; I’m trying to say be yourself, take those risks and go for it. Don’t look back.”

ALBUM REVIEW: Northward – Northward

Ideas can come at the most spontaneous times and unexpected moments in life. How you take these ideas is what could make an impact. For NIGHTWISH singer Floor Jansen and PAGAN’S MIND guitarist Jørn Viggo Lofstad, that occasion came when they performed together. Even though they had never met before, they had such a creative magic between them; discovering a mutual love … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Northward – Northward

NEWS: ACCEPT | Band release new live video for ‘Symphony No. 40’

German heavy metal legends ACCEPT are set to release their new live album Symphonic Terror – Live at Wacken 2017 on November 23rd via Nuclear Blast. Until then, they are teasing fans by releasing live videos from that set. Today the band have unveiled the official live video for 'Symphony No. 40'. Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pStDVnp18Zk&feature=youtu.be  

NEWS: SOULFLY | Band celebrate album release by unveiling video for ‘Under Rapture’

Metal icons SOULFLY release their devastating new album Ritual today via Nuclear Blast. To celebrate the release, the band has unveiled a lyric video for new track, 'Under Rapture', which features guest vocals from Ross Dolan (IMMOLATION). Check out the video, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sEg1WcFzOOU&feature=youtu.be Order SOULFLY's eleventh studio album Ritual, in various physical and digital formats, here:  nuclearblast.com/soulfly-ritual Limited Edition Digipack CD + signed insert, Limited Edition … Continue reading NEWS: SOULFLY | Band celebrate album release by unveiling video for ‘Under Rapture’

NEWS: RISE OF THE NORTHSTAR | ‘The Legacy Of Shi’ out now, ‘Nekketsu’ vertical video released

Europe's biggest crossover band, RISE OF THE NORTHSTAR, have released their highly anticipated second album 'The Legacy Of Shi' today via Nuclear Blast. To celebrate the new album, the band also released a vertical video for their latest single, 'Nekketsu'. Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2oWrY2VeNQ8&feature=youtu.be The album is available as CD digipack, various vinyl colors (black, white, black/white bi-colored) and asdigital download/stream via … Continue reading NEWS: RISE OF THE NORTHSTAR | ‘The Legacy Of Shi’ out now, ‘Nekketsu’ vertical video released