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
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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
Live Report: Sabaton, Alestorm, Bloodbound @ 02 Guildhall, Southampton 29.02.2016
This is a tour that doesn’t need an introduction; in fact it was evident this event was in every metal head’s diary, calendar, smartphone or however they keep track of dates nowadays. The infamous tour in question consists of two of Metal’s greatest titans; they are Swedish Power Metal legends SABATON and Scottish Pirate Icons … Continue reading Live Report: Sabaton, Alestorm, Bloodbound @ 02 Guildhall, Southampton 29.02.2016
Live Report: Devilskin, Skarlett Riot and Voodoo Vegas @ The Talking Heads, Southampton 28.02.2016
The new and updated version of The Talking Heads, Southampton has only been open a couple of weeks and the benefits are already evident; it’s in a more central location, there’s a more comfortable vibe and the sound system is simply fantastic. It played host to some of the most top notch upcoming Hard Rock … Continue reading Live Report: Devilskin, Skarlett Riot and Voodoo Vegas @ The Talking Heads, Southampton 28.02.2016
Album Review: Votum – :Ktonik:
The beautiful thing about the music genre Metal is that it can come in all sorts of forms and it can be influenced by some many amazing things. From the sheer malevolence of Black Metal to the fun frivolities of Folk Metal there is something for everyone to enjoy. Sometimes there are surprises, something you … Continue reading Album Review: Votum – :Ktonik:
Album Review: ’77 – Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us
Ever experienced that really good feeling where one is immersed in dreamland where everyone is happy and merry? This particular feeling can be created if one listens to 77’s latest album “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us”, those who grew up in the 70s or lovers of this particular decade will enjoy a blast from the past … Continue reading Album Review: ’77 – Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us
Album Review: Immortal Machinery – At The End Of Time
London is well known for their dark parts of their gloomy history and legends: Jack The Ripper, the Great Plague and many other tales. There is a presence that may make history, music history. The occurrence in question comes from a Goth Rock trio known as IMMORTAL MACHINERY and they bring doom and despair with … Continue reading Album Review: Immortal Machinery – At The End Of Time
Album Review: Devilskin – We Rise
It seems last year Hard Rock quartet DEVILSKIN gained some exposure into the UK. They have kicked off a debut UK headline tour which will get the recognition and respect they deserve. Initially releasing this album in Australia and New Zealand a couple of years ago, it was released in the UK only a few … Continue reading Album Review: Devilskin – We Rise
Album Review: Van Canto – Voices Of Fire
It truly is remarkable what one drummer, five vocalists and an author can accomplish. The outcome? A grand impact of exhilaration that has the listener so immersed into a parallel universe, that they don’t want to think about anything else. The record in question, that will no doubt cause all attention levels on everything else … Continue reading Album Review: Van Canto – Voices Of Fire
Live Report: New Device, One Last Run, Saints Of Sin, Mother Of Pearl @ The Firehouse, Southampton 20.12.2016
Shows at The Firehouse tend to be a hit and miss with crowds, however the good news is whether there is a small crowd of 10 or The Firehouse is packed this doesn’t stop the bands giving punters the best show they can give to them. Saturday evening showcased a solid night of Hard … Continue reading Live Report: New Device, One Last Run, Saints Of Sin, Mother Of Pearl @ The Firehouse, Southampton 20.12.2016