Occult Heavy Metal Warriors is the chosen slogan for THE WIZARDS. They state they play a totally unconscious mix of styles we all share and like. Judging from their latest release Rise Of The Serpent, that statement is more than appropriate to describe their sound. This is their third studio album and it’s their token to help carry … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: The Wizards – Rise Of The Serpent
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ALBUM REVIEW: Sirenia – Arcane Astral Aeons
It’s been nearly a decade since music mastermind Morten Eland formed Norwegian symphonic/goth metal outfit SIRENIA. After years of line-up changes, SIRENIA appear to have their most solid line up to date. Their latest release, Arcane Astral Aeons, showcases the talent of this concrete ensemble and a strong portfolio of divine melodies. With an opening track like In Styx Embrace, it would … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Sirenia – Arcane Astral Aeons
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
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
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
ALBUM REVIEW: Dishonour The Crown – The English Way
If SLAYER and PANTERA had a conspicuous love child, DISHONOUR THE CROWN would fall into that category. After a hiatus, London based Thrashers are back and they are angrier than ever before. Their latest album The English Way is making a huge impact in the airwaves with its face melting thrash. DISHONOUR THE CROWN formed … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Dishonour The Crown – The English Way
ALBUM REVIEW: Winter’s Edge – The Guardians Of Our Time Pt. 1
It was only last year that WINTER'S EDGE officially became a band. It was initially started as a solo project by guitarist Jeremy Lawler in the year 2009. It was set up to feature different musicians from around the world. Those years have seen them experiment with their sound; include talent from the underground metal … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Winter’s Edge – The Guardians Of Our Time Pt. 1
ALBUM REVIEW: Hammer King – Poseidon Will Carry Us Home
There is power metal royalty in the midst and they bring a mighty gift. German-based HAMMER KING are set to release their crucial third album. It is titled Poseidon Will Carry Us Home. The title alone portrays majestic and grand tones, so in other words the title is appropriate. It has been hailed their most adventurous release to … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Hammer King – Poseidon Will Carry Us Home
SINGLE REVIEW: Stormcast – Resonance
After a three year hiatus, Atmospheric/Melodic Black Metal force STORMCAST are back and they are not about to come quietly. They are due to release a follow up to their previous album Frame Of Mind that caused a mighty impact in the metal community. The Ghost Eater is due for release later this month which will … Continue reading SINGLE REVIEW: Stormcast – Resonance
ALBUM REVIEW: Kissin’ Dynamite – Ecstasy
German Hard Rockers KISSIN’ DYNAMITE have been on the radar for quite some time now, over the past few years they have been earning the respect and recognition from fans and critics alike. They released a new album a couple of months back. It’s the appropriately named Ecstasy and it is more than safe to … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Kissin’ Dynamite – Ecstasy