In 2015 I had the privilege of seeing some truly remarkable bands across the UK and some in Sweden when I covered my first festival abroad. Let’s move forward and kick the Christmas/New Years blues, here are some bands I think you should keep your eyes and ears peeled for in 2016. The deep, dark, … Continue reading Bands Of 2016
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.
2016 I Am Ready, Bring It On
I am going to be level with you all here! 2015 has been such a challenging year, I was in such a dark place regarding issues with my anxiety. Particularly a couple of months ago when so many different things got on top of me to the point where I felt like giving up all … Continue reading 2016 I Am Ready, Bring It On
Interview: Dan Maines (Clutch)
One of my last interviews took place at Brixton 02 Academy with one of the most influential bands on the last date of their UK tour. We speak about their TV apperances, sweet treats and the production process behind their latest record "Psychic Warfare"
Live Report: Clutch, Bombus, Greenleaf @ 02 Academy, Brixton 12.12.2015
Wherever you may go there is always a safe haven for those who feel alone and isolated; in these places of sanctuary you feel a sense of community and enjoy the worship everyone around enjoys just as much as yourself. This case applied to when Maryland Hard Rock quartet CLUTCH took control of Brixton’s 02 … Continue reading Live Report: Clutch, Bombus, Greenleaf @ 02 Academy, Brixton 12.12.2015
It’s OK To Say No; Don’t Be Afraid To Show Your Emotions
There are points where we can take on far too much, sometimes more than we can handle and it takes a toll on our emotional health. Here I encourage you to open up, not be afraid to say no and not feel ashamed to ask for help. This new song of the week is great!
EP Review: Fissure Of Riddles “Stalacites”
You just never know what you are going to find in your part of the country in terms of great music; you can either end up being incredibly disgusted or unbelievably amazed by what you find. The latest band to come onto the radar is Progressive Metal outfit FISSURES OF RIDDLES and they are a … Continue reading EP Review: Fissure Of Riddles “Stalacites”
Album Review: Sailing To Nowhere – To The Unknown
Infused with influences such as RHAPSODY OF FIRE, EDGUY and AVANTASIA that is already a promising list for a talented sound; the band in question are SAILING TO NOWHERE and they hail from Rome, Italy. They have released their new album “To The Unknown” that gives listeners of metal a glimpse of a promising new … Continue reading Album Review: Sailing To Nowhere – To The Unknown
News: Mammothfest 2016 Announces Headliners
The UK metal community revels in delight after it’s brightest rising star in the independent festival market makes its opening announcements for their next event, MAMMOTHFEST 2016. The 3 day indoor festival, based in Brighton has revealed ALL its 2016 headliners and has opened up sales for a limited quantity of Early Bird tickets (including … Continue reading News: Mammothfest 2016 Announces Headliners
Album Review: My Life’s Despair – Invoking With Passion And Pain
With a name like MY LIFE’S DESPAIR you can tell from the off it isn’t going to be talking about some happy go lucky Pop group with songs about cute things and happiness. The contents of their latest album “Invoked With Passion And Pain”, which is a more than appropriate name for this exhilarating release, … Continue reading Album Review: My Life’s Despair – Invoking With Passion And Pain
“Work your arse off and be nice about it. Have fun”
Ever since catching them at my local hotspot The Firehouse over a year ago KING LEVIATHAN have been on my music radar. It is extremely pleasing to see that they have been doing well for themselves; an appearance at Bloodstock, an EP release and being prominent presence on the underground scene. I spoke to them … Continue reading “Work your arse off and be nice about it. Have fun”