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Today I wanted to introduce you to a fun little band called STEAM POWERED GIRAFFE. Specialising in steam punk themed music, these performers have created a whole persona and stage presence that truly inspire and entertain. The band was formed by the twins David Michael Bennett whose onstage robotic persona is The Spine and Isabella … Continue reading BAND PROFILE: Steam Powered Giraffe
It is officially Autumn, the season of change. Animals prepare for the long months ahead, tree leaves change colour, plants stop making food and the hours of daylight reduce. Let Rock Out Stand Out be your light in the dark with the latest edition of the Rock Out Stand Out Playlist! We have new singles … Continue reading Rock Out Stand Out Playlist – 17.10.2021
SKYBLAZER is a project created by musician Johannes Frykholm and he has released debut Time For Deliverance. Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham spoke to Johannes about SKYBLAZER's sound, the EP, mental health and favourite films/video games from the 80s. Photo: Maria Niklasson / Logo: Frode Hovd Hello Johannes, thank you for joining Rock Out … Continue reading “the main theme is about getting through a dark time and coming out of the other side”
GUS G is no stranger to music. Having been part of the music industry for the past two decades, he has recorded and toured with the likes of OZZY OSBOURNE, DREAM EVIL and ARCH ENEMY amongst others. Alongside this the main musical focus has been through his own band FIREWIND who have released an impressive … Continue reading Album Review: Gus G – Quantum Leap
Power Metal Quest Fest has gained a loyal following over the past few years and it's gets bigger. Find out what happened when Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham spoke to Power Metal Quest Fest promoters Gemma Lawler and Amie Chatterley about the origins of the festival, the power metal scene, mental health and what … Continue reading “if you want something that’s specifically for that scene, you’re either flying to the mainland or you’re coming to Power Metal Quest Fest.”
Most of you may know it’s World Mental Health Awareness Day. During these times, it’s more important than ever to speak about our mental health and be honest with how things are. Big or small, each struggle and fight is important. To honour this day, a playlist of songs has been placed together. There are … Continue reading Rock Out Stand Out Playlist: World Mental Health Day 2021
As a music journalist, you listen to a lot of albums, and sometimes they all blend into one, but WAYWARD SON’S latest offering, Even Up The Score, is a breath of fresh air. Hailing from the UK, WAYWARD SONS are a hidden gem in the UK’s thriving hard rock scene. With two albums already behind … Continue reading Album Review: Wayward Sons – Even Up The Score
Sometimes, you just need some straight up, old fashioned heavy metal, and if anyone can deliver on that, it’s former JUDAS PRIEST guitarist, KK Downing. With the added edition of ex JUDAS PRIEST vocalist, Tim “Ripper” Owens, you can expect something extra special from KK’S PRIEST. While it’s hard not to compare KK’S PRIEST to … Continue reading Album Review: KK’s Priest – Sermons Of The Sinner
Power/Symphonic unit RAVENLIGHT released their EP Intermission as a bridge way between their 2020 debut and their upcoming second album. Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham speaks to guitarist/keyboardist John Connor and drummer Mike Bugajski about their EP, mental health and who would headline their dream festival. For those who haven't heard of Ravenlight before, … Continue reading “you definitely want to get a feel of the original, particularly the structure of the song”
ASKING ALEXANDRIA are back with their seventh studio album, a short eighteen months (give or take) after their most recent release, Like A House On Fire, which, to my understanding, received mixed reviews. Having heard of ASKING ALEXANDRIA, but never having listened to them myself, I was excited by the opportunity to finally have an excuse to dip my toes … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Asking Alexandria – See What’s On The Inside