It only feels like yesterday since 2016 started and already a lot has happened. Including music releases which is what I am aiming to slowly get back into talking about. So here are the albums that have been released this year that have made my year so far. Fleshgod Apocalypse - King If you wish … Continue reading Half Way Post
Tag: 2016
Album Review: Primitai – Night Brings Insanity
To find a great melodic metal band to possibly fill the shoes of a band like the mighty IRON MAIDEN seems to be like finding riches in a gold mine these days; there have been a few great finds, one of the newest ones to come into the frame is UK based heavy metal outfit … Continue reading Album Review: Primitai – Night Brings Insanity
“I love to do the songs on the guitar and strip down the songs we have”
Anneke Van Giersbergen is one of the most underated vocalists around, really versatlie and talented. Find out what happened when I caught up with her on one of her UK dates on her acoustic tour. Hello Anneke, how are you doing? I’m fine thanks, I’m really happy to be in the UK. It’s good to … Continue reading “I love to do the songs on the guitar and strip down the songs we have”
Album Review: Avatar – Feathers And Flesh
AVATAR are a more than interesting presence that recently emerged into the metal community. Their dark, twisted circus sideshow built around grooving melodic death metal and their engaging live shows have gained them a large fan base over the past decade. The latest addition to their list of tales, a.k.a. their discography, is a fable … Continue reading Album Review: Avatar – Feathers And Flesh
“In a way it’s new but with old school features that can elevate the album as an art form again.”
This was my first interview for Distorted Sound magazine, it was with AVATAR frontman Johannes Eckerström and we chatted about various items such as their latest album, about songs being radio friendly and tales about animals. How are you doing on this lovely evening? I’m doing well, now there’s a blue sky outside and here I am … Continue reading “In a way it’s new but with old school features that can elevate the album as an art form again.”
Album Review: The Hypothesis – Origin
Note: this is my first album review I did for Distorted Sound Magazine When entering the metal community one learns a lot of things from being a part of this ever-growing army. They learn about the deep brotherhood that is initiated by the heavier end of the spectrum, they learn about this new world of … Continue reading Album Review: The Hypothesis – Origin
Update and Announcement 23rd April 2016
Hello there, I understand it's been a while since I posted a Vlog but there has been a lot of change. First off I'll be leaving Metal Temple magazine at the beginning of May, reasons I won't go into detail other than it felt like the right time to move on. A huge thank you … Continue reading Update and Announcement 23rd April 2016
Album Review: Last In Line – Heavy Crown
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
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
“As we haven’t played here before, we have to win the crowd over every night.”
I have interviewed many bands over the past five years; some in your usual locations such as their tour bus, backstage and at the venue. Other locations aren't as expected, such as a restaurant, a park and this time on a stair case. This is where I interviewed Swedish Heavy Metal band BLOODBOUND after opening … Continue reading “As we haven’t played here before, we have to win the crowd over every night.”