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Imagine the vocal work from the likes of HAMMERFALL with a hint of SONATA ARCTICA, add in some slick guitar work from legends and fantastic lyrical content. The result? You get majestic melodies that make you thank the gods that TY MORN are bringing back those sounds from the golden era of metal. They released … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Ty Morn – Istor
In a world where the majority of us are glued to our screens, this album is appropriately titled. The album in question is Smartphone Rabbit Hole and it comes from Bluesy Rock Duo HENRY’S FUNERAL SHOE. This is the third studio album from the duo and it was released today. The story of HENRY’S FUNERAL … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Henry’s Funeral Shoe – Smartphone Rabbit Hole
Heavy Metal therapy should be a thing. Think about it; you have had a stressful week or month; you attend a heavy metal show that matches this energy that helps you get it all out. You also enjoy this experience with likeminded individuals who might be there for the same reason. This was the feeling … Continue reading LIVE REPORT: Speed Queen, Toledo Steel and Skyryder – The Firehouse, Southampton 13.09.2019
First of all, SINNER is a band that I am not familiar with. I always enjoy listening to and discovering bands for the first time and their latest offering Santa Muerte does not disappoint on the first play through. SINNER are clearly no rookies to the scene; they formed in 1982 by vocalist and bassist … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Sinner – Santa Muerte
This album took me by surprise when listening to it. After reading Advice was the fourth album of HAWK EYES, I took a look at their albums they had released previously and found this to be taking a different direction than their older records. Although I can hear their sound in it and it’s not … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Hawk Eyes – Advice
Four years ago, I came across a Progressive Metal group whilst reviewing for another magazine. I remember their EP Debris being mesmerising and reminding me of those hazy summer days. Fast forward to today and I am reviewing their debut album for my own site. The band in question are OBSIDIAN TIDE and they have … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Obsidian Tide – Pillars Of Creation
NEXT YEAR are a Pop Punk band from the UK. Since their formation as a three piece in 2017, they have evolved into a more dynamic four piece to record their up and coming EP Waterfalls. When listening to the first track of this EP, it definitely had a tone of familiarity. As a former … Continue reading EP REVIEW: Next Year – Waterfalls
“Not all wanderers are lost” is the message from Wanderers, the upcoming album from Symphonic Metal Adventurers VISIONS OF ATLANTIS. This album takes you on a journey of self-discovery whilst experiencing profound lyrics, stunning vocals and excellent music arrangements. Are you ready to board this reflective voyage? You can at the end of the week … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Visions Of Atlantis – Wanderers
The concert hangover is a common thing amongst the rock and metal community; these usually take place after experiencing an excellent live show. Symptoms can often include sore muscles, pounding heads and ringing ears. The most common of the symptoms is a huge desire to go back and experience it all over again. I definitely … Continue reading LIVE REPORT: NozFest 2019 – The 1865, Southampton, 10.08.2019
No introductions are required here. Whether you are a diehard fan or a casual listener, the name HAMMERFALL is hard to miss. They are due to release their eleventh studio album Dominion this Friday and it proves that HAMMERFALL are not planning on quitting anytime soon. The album opens with the track Never Forgive, Never … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: HammerFall – Dominion