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
What Is “Proper Metal”? Metal Isn’t A Fashion Show
Over the past few years as a journalist specialising in Metal I have heard many a comment about what is considered "proper metal" and what is the "right look" for a metal head. My personal opinion? The term is stupid, metal is meta; whether it's the fun frivolities of glam, the dark beauty of black. … Continue reading What Is “Proper Metal”? Metal Isn’t A Fashion Show
Album Review: DELAIN – Lunar Prelude
Over the past couple of years Dutch Symphonic Metal troupe DELAIN having been wowing audiences with their strong melodies and incredible live shows. They are due to release another full length studio album, to keep punters waiting in suspense and their keep expectations high, they have released an EP titled “Lunar Prelude”, it contains some … Continue reading Album Review: DELAIN – Lunar Prelude
The World According To Lotty: The Power Of Music and Autism
Things got to me leaving me quite low these past few days; in this latest vlog I explain how the power of music lifted me and how important it is. I also explain my autism further and how music helped me find a passion, a voice and a reason to speak out.
The World According To Lotty: British Black Metal Documentary Review
Over the past few days there was a documentary being shared amongst my friends within the metal community. It was a documentary about British Black Metal where interviews with bands took place alongside music videos and live footage from their shows. I have been apart of the community for several years now and find myself … Continue reading The World According To Lotty: British Black Metal Documentary Review