Supporting your mental wellbeing whilst promoting the latest in rock and metal!
The fifth edition of Power Metal Quest Fest had a stellar line-up and the first band to brace the magical stage was Heavy Metal Enigma’s THE BLACK HOUNDS. Based in the mighty black country, otherwise known as the birthplace of heavy metal, THE BLACK HOUNDS are a unique mix of NWOHM, groove and progressive metal … Continue reading “Some people meditate, some people go for walks but we make a noise, and every now and then just making that noise helps.”
Years ago, DAKESIS members Amie Chatterley and Gemma Lawler had a conversation in the middle of a field about putting on a festival in the UK that was dedicated to showing power metal bands. Fast forward to today; the festival is in it's 5th year and it has sold out. Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty … Continue reading “at Quest Fest in general, we really are passionate about creating safe supportive scenes”
AEPHANEMER have been gaining recognition as rising stars in metal and they recently embarked upon their first tour of the UK and Ireland. On the Bournemouth date of the tour, Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham spoke to lead vocalist/rhythm guitarist Marion Bascoul and lead guitarist Martin Hamiche about the tour, mental health and their … Continue reading “Since it was our first time in every city, it was a special time every night.”
MEGAHERZ were pioneers alongside RAMMSTIEN and OOMPH during the rise of Industrial Metal. They have released In Teufels Namen which shows they don't plan on stopping there. Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham spoke to lead guitarist Christian 'X-Ti' Bystron about the album, the biggest change he has noticed over the decades with regards to … Continue reading “This is exciting because it shows how different people think about music and lyrics”
Power Metal darlings BATTLE BORN are going from strength to strength. They released their debut album Blood, Fire, Magic & Steel earlier this year which was promoted by one of their most anticipated UK tours to date. Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham caught up with lead vocalist Jack Reynolds a couple of months after … Continue reading “If you listen closely, it’s about the transformation into someone who feels strong, powerful and doesn’t rely on the approval of others.”
You simply can't pigeonhole TRIBE OF GHOSTS into one genre. Their stunning singles and captivating live shows are gaining them more fans by the day. At one of their warm up shows before their appearance Bloodstock 2023, Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham caught a quick chat with the band. They spoke about their vast … Continue reading “It purely is collaborative experimentation”
BURNING WITCHES are back with their latest album The Dark Tower which is all about the blood countess Lady Bathory. Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham grabbed a chat with vocalist Laura Guldemond about the record, mental health and her vocal style. Here's what happened. Photo Credit: Martin Rahn The Dark Tower is your first … Continue reading “When you know what you want to sing about, that’s really important.”
NANOWAR OF STEEL opened up for TRAGEDY on their tour a month ago. It was their first time in the UK and give then reception they received, it's safe to say they will be back. Once she had enquired about gluten free options on the pirate ship in Sober, Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham … Continue reading “It was change from seeing Pennywise, the zombies and a Mummy”
It's been a month since TRAGEDY and NANOWAR OF STEEL toured the UK together yet the fresh memories from the show only make it seem like yesterday. On the Bristol date of the tour, Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham grabbed a chat with lead vocalist and lead guitarist Mo'Royce Peterson about the tour, their … Continue reading “We try to honour the original intent of these songs and hopefully enhance them as well.”
With the release of their debut Een Verloren Verhaal, epic symphonic, folk act VANAHEIM are becoming a well known presence on the scene. Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham grabbed a chat with lead guitarist Michael van Eck about the album, their sound, the folk metal scene, mental health and Stranger Things. Here's what happened. … Continue reading “The people make a genre.”