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Whilst Quest Fest was a little over two weeks ago now, people are still buzzing about it as if it happened only yesterday. One of the bands that performed was the new warrior clan HEROES OF THE GAUNTLET; they rose to that daunting challenge of being the opening act and conquered it triumphantly. After their … Continue reading “There’s bits in the songs that are recalls to the themes of Gauntlet and the lyrics are based on the game as well.”
I wasn’t quite sure what to expect with Fantasy Festival that took place at The Hobbit, Southampton nearly three weeks ago. What I did know is that it had nearly sold out, there were going to be bands and plenty of stalls to buy fantasy attire. The moment I stepped into The Hobbit, it was … Continue reading LIVE REPORT: Southampton Fantasy Festival @ The Hobbit, Southampton 06.09.2025
A few months back, Wolven Power Metal pack LYCANTRHO released their latest album Remnants of Rapture. It received huge recognition and praise from fans and critics alike. Just after the album release, Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham caught a chat with lead vocalist/rhythm guitarist James Delbridge where they spoke about the album and its … Continue reading “The whole point of the song is not to give you an answer, it’s meant to be where even if you know the answer, it’s still hard to reconcile it.”
Since they made their mark with their debut offering Mark Of The Wolf, wolfpack LYCANTRHO have been gaining recognition on an international scale within the power and metal community. They have returned with a brand new offering, this takes the form of their latest album Remnants of Rapture and it shows they are not messing … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Lycanthro – Remnants Of Rapture
Welcome to the first playlist of 2025. I can’t believe it’s been five years since the dreaded ’Rona, but so much has happened since then, with tours now thriving and new music being released every week. Here’s what’s in store for the first part of 2025. First up, there are a few new albums to … Continue reading ROCK OUT STAND OUT PLAYLIST: January 2025
Up-and-coming wolf pack LYCANTHRO played their first UK festival show at PowerMetal Quest Fest and made a great impression. Some time after their set, Rock OutStand Out’s Lotty Whittingham caught up with the pack to talk about their first UKshows, mental health, and what would happen if four werewolves walked into a bar. Here's what … Continue reading “one of my favourite things about the power metal community is the Venn diagram of people who are into those subjects and the music”
Symphonic power metallers WINTERAGE are due to appear at Power Metal Quest Fest in a matter of days. Ahead of this, Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham caught up with members Gabriele Boschi, Daniele Barbarossa, Gianmarco Bambini, and Luca Ghiglione. They spoke about the festival, the complex approach to their sound, and wellbeing. Hello there, … Continue reading “We love to mix many different elements coming from medieval, classical, folk, prog, power metal, and operatic stuff.”
Heavy/Power Metal quintet PECTORA released their second album Twilight Knights a few days ago and it's understandably gaining recognition. Ahead of the release, Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham spoke to lead vocalist Phil Butler and drummer Nick Frandsen about Twilight Knights, their sound, mental health and who would be on their own team of … Continue reading “A lot of early working titles for the tracks are often named after meals.”
"Twilight Knights is a mighty escapade" Lotty gives her thoughts on Twilight Knights, the upcoming album from Pectora.
The Joiners, Southampton is an important venue not just in my personal life but for music in general. This grassroots venue has played host to many artists such as GREEN DAY, THE LIBERTINES, COLDPLAY and MUSE. Just over two weeks ago, rising heavy metal stars TAILGUNNER headlined this venue that was nearly packed out. Together … Continue reading LIVE REPORT: Tailgunner, Termination Force & Pectora @ The Joiners, Southampton UK 28.10.2023