NEWS: Atlantic Records/Hear It Loud Announce Exclusive Signing of Skillet’s Jen Ledger to Solo Endeavor – Debut EP LEDGER set to Release April 13

LEDGER to premiere songs live on Skillet tour this spring   Jen Ledger, drummer and vocalist of multi-platinum selling, GRAMMY® nominated rock band Skillet is signing with Atlantic Records and Hear It Loud, the imprint encompassing the creative team of Skillet’s John & Korey Cooper and longtime manager, Zachary Kelm. Billboard exclusively announced the news yesterday. "From when I started working … Continue reading NEWS: Atlantic Records/Hear It Loud Announce Exclusive Signing of Skillet’s Jen Ledger to Solo Endeavor – Debut EP LEDGER set to Release April 13

NEWS: TRI STATE CORNER release their new album ‘Hero’ on 27th April on Drakkar Entertainment.

TRI STATE CORNER release their new album 'Hero' on 27th April on Drakkar Entertainment. Tri State Corner release their new video 'Downfall', the second track from their new album 'Hero', set for release on April 27th on Drakkar Entertainment. You can check out the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iT_zd8lmopo&feature=youtu.be 'Breaking News' is about today's world situation and it poses the question in what direction mankind is … Continue reading NEWS: TRI STATE CORNER release their new album ‘Hero’ on 27th April on Drakkar Entertainment.

NEWS: KORPIKLAANI announce new studio album Kulkija!

Finnish folk metal superstars Korpiklaani are happy to finally announce the release of their upcoming 10th studio album entitled Kulkija ("Wanderer"), on September 7th 2018 through Nuclear Blast. Its cover (above) was designed by Jan Yrlund (Battle Beast, Manowar etc.) who has already created several artworks for some of the band's previous albums and singles. Founding member Jonne Järvelä commented: "We've never been as satisfied with a final … Continue reading NEWS: KORPIKLAANI announce new studio album Kulkija!

NEWS: MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST announce UK tour dates for November!

Michael Schenker Fest are pleased to announce that they will be touring the UK this coming November in celebration of their latest studio album release, Resurrection; out now via Nuclear Blast. The dates will comprise of five headline shows with support coming from multinational melodic metal band Eden's Curse, plus a headline festival appearance at Hard Rock Hell XII. Touring with internationally renowned guitar … Continue reading NEWS: MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST announce UK tour dates for November!

ALBUM REVIEW: The Shadow Theory – Kamelot

Step back and take a deep breath to prepare yourselves for a truly innovative act. They are KAMELOT and their solid discography is about to welcome a new arrival; their upcoming album The Shadow Theory. This spellbinding record is set to showcase KAMELOT on another level in terms of production and visual artistry; having listened to this record, it is … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: The Shadow Theory – Kamelot

“In terms of KAMELOT, we want to make to have songs that always question things and make you think about what’s happening and how you’re living in life.”

Power metal maestros KAMELOT have gained the reputation of being on of the most innovative acts in metal through their unique blend of melodic, progressive and doom/gothic influences that have ensured some solid releases. They are set to release their latest creation titled The Shadow Theory and it will do more than open minds. Whilst representing Distorted Sound Magazine, … Continue reading “In terms of KAMELOT, we want to make to have songs that always question things and make you think about what’s happening and how you’re living in life.”

ALBUM REVIEW: Borealis – The Offering

Think BLIND GUARDIAN meets VISIGOTH jamming with EVERGREY. Having a hard time imaging such a thing? Maybe if you listen to the sounds of Canadian progressive metal outfit BOREALIS, it will help clear things up. They are set to release their fourth studio album titled The Offering, the title itself might be an understatement as to what this record beholds. It is … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Borealis – The Offering

“The Deep & The Dark refers to exploring the world out there and deep within ourselves.”

It’s been a little while since the last VISIONS OF ATLANTIS full length studio album, the last time they released one was in the year 2013. After a line up change and returning their old sound with new faces, they are due to release The Deep & The Dark next week. They assure us it will be their best … Continue reading “The Deep & The Dark refers to exploring the world out there and deep within ourselves.”

ALBUM REVIEW: Orphaned Land – Unsung Prophets & Dead Messiahs

It’s a brand-new year, meaning a brand-new start and to kick those post-Christmas blues. 2018 looks to be a very promising year for new releases and upcoming tours within the rock and metal world. After five long years, hugely respected Israeli breakthrough act ORPHANED LAND have released their sixth studio album Unsung Prophets & Dead Messiahs and it is … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Orphaned Land – Unsung Prophets & Dead Messiahs