Anneke Van Giersbergen is one of the most underated vocalists around, really versatlie and talented. Find out what happened when I caught up with her on one of her UK dates on her acoustic tour. Hello Anneke, how are you doing? I’m fine thanks, I’m really happy to be in the UK. It’s good to … Continue reading “I love to do the songs on the guitar and strip down the songs we have”
Author: LottyROSO
I am the owner of new website Rock Out Stand Out, a rock and metal music website that incorporates mental health awareness. After years of writing for different magazines, I decided it was time to start my own.
Album Review: Avatar – Feathers And Flesh
AVATAR are a more than interesting presence that recently emerged into the metal community. Their dark, twisted circus sideshow built around grooving melodic death metal and their engaging live shows have gained them a large fan base over the past decade. The latest addition to their list of tales, a.k.a. their discography, is a fable … Continue reading Album Review: Avatar – Feathers And Flesh
“In a way it’s new but with old school features that can elevate the album as an art form again.”
This was my first interview for Distorted Sound magazine, it was with AVATAR frontman Johannes Eckerström and we chatted about various items such as their latest album, about songs being radio friendly and tales about animals. How are you doing on this lovely evening? I’m doing well, now there’s a blue sky outside and here I am … Continue reading “In a way it’s new but with old school features that can elevate the album as an art form again.”
Album Review: The Hypothesis – Origin
Note: this is my first album review I did for Distorted Sound Magazine When entering the metal community one learns a lot of things from being a part of this ever-growing army. They learn about the deep brotherhood that is initiated by the heavier end of the spectrum, they learn about this new world of … Continue reading Album Review: The Hypothesis – Origin
Update and Announcement 23rd April 2016
Hello there, I understand it's been a while since I posted a Vlog but there has been a lot of change. First off I'll be leaving Metal Temple magazine at the beginning of May, reasons I won't go into detail other than it felt like the right time to move on. A huge thank you … Continue reading Update and Announcement 23rd April 2016
Make Sure You Are Clued Up On Your Knowledge
When writing non-fiction such as reviews, news articles, features or even a story based on true events it's no secret you have to be clued up on your facts and history or at least research the subject beforehand. The best example of where research is crucial is interviews; it's a two way operation for you … Continue reading Make Sure You Are Clued Up On Your Knowledge
Album Review: Last In Line – Heavy Crown
In this day and age it’s very rare to find a straight up, no nonsense Hard Rock act. A tight sound consisting of original riffs, solos, dominant vocals, a pounding bass line and thunderous drums is an uncommon find nowadays. The latest act to prove this to be possible is LAST IN LINE with their … Continue reading Album Review: Last In Line – Heavy Crown
Album Review: Reckless Love – InVader
It’s well known in the Rock and Metal community that the Nordics are well known for producing some of the best acts in the industry. Finland have been responsible for legends such as NIGHTWISH, SONATA ARCTICA and TURISAS. Finnish Merry Metaller’s RECKLESS LOVE have been around a little while; their fun vibes with cheesy yet … Continue reading Album Review: Reckless Love – InVader
Tips: Don’t Be Afraid To Go Beyond Your Comfort Zone
The best perks of a journalist are free show entry, getting to hear the newest records before they're released and interviewing your heroes. It's also a remarkable way to find out much more about genres you originally wouldn't look twice at. As a music journalist, a basic understanding and appreciation of ALL genres is needed, … Continue reading Tips: Don’t Be Afraid To Go Beyond Your Comfort Zone
We Are All Beautiful
Whatever shape or size you are, whatever flaws you think you have; none of those should matter when you are a good person. I want to take the time out in this video to tell each and every one of you that you are all beautiful and wonderful.Don't judge a book by it's cover and … Continue reading We Are All Beautiful