ALBUM REVIEW: Rexoria – Imperial Dawn

Before the year began, I hadn’t heard the name REXORIA until recently. They have released their latest album Imperial Dawn, which is my first experience of the band’s sound and one thought came across my mind; why didn’t I listen to them sooner? Imperial Dawn is the new go to album if you need that … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Rexoria – Imperial Dawn

“this time we thought we should pump it up even more to get that raise your fist style going”

Imperial Dawn is the latest album to be released from Melodic Metallers REXORIA. Ahead of this release, Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham spoke to lead vocalist Frida Ohlin and guitarist Jonas Gustavsson about the album, their music style and mental health amongst other things. For those who haven't heard Rexoria before, how would you … Continue reading “this time we thought we should pump it up even more to get that raise your fist style going”

WORDS FROM THE TEAM: Lotty’s Album Of The Month August 2022

Dynazty - Final Advent To honour the fifteen anniversary of Sophie Lancaster's passing, the theme for this album of the month is Proud To Be You. So my choice for this month was a no brainer for me; I had the pleasure of reviewing DYNAZTY's Final Advent and it quickly became an album I could … Continue reading WORDS FROM THE TEAM: Lotty’s Album Of The Month August 2022

ALBUM REVIEW: Dynazty – Final Advent

When I first heard DYNAZTY through their album The Firesign, I didn’t know what it was but I couldn’t get into it. No matter how many times I had listened to it. When The Dark Delight came out in 2020, that was the album that hooked me onto this band’s bold and strong sounds. Final … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Dynazty – Final Advent

WORDS FROM THE TEAM: Lotty’s ChoicE For Album Of The Month July 2022

Tungsten - Bliss Bliss came to my attention only recently and over the past week, it has been on loop. TUNGSTEN are due to play Sabaton Open Air in a few days time and their diverse sounds caught my attention instantly. When listening to Bliss, I find out instantly that it is hard to pigeonhole … Continue reading WORDS FROM THE TEAM: Lotty’s ChoicE For Album Of The Month July 2022

ALBUM REVIEW: Angel Nation – Antares

It’s been five years since Aeon was released, so it’s easy to see why ANGEL NATION’s upcoming offering Antares is highly anticipated. After listening to this release, I can confidently say long time fans will be rejoicing and new listeners will add this to their collection. Antares is a collection of different elements that will … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Angel Nation – Antares

ALBUM REVIEW: Felskinn – Enter The Light

Melodic Metallers FELSKINN have been around for around fifteen years and their upcoming release Enter The Light is my first experience of them. One thought enters my mind with listening to this record; why has it taken me this long to come across them? This record is mind blowing and a great introduction to this … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Felskinn – Enter The Light

ALBUM REVIEW: Arion – Vultures Die Alone

Finland’s reputation for homing rock and metal legends stays intact and the latest band to prove this are ARION. They are due to release third studio album Vultures Die Alone and from listening to it, it is easy to see why they are rising stars in Melodic Metal. It might be down the similar sounding … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Arion – Vultures Die Alone

ALBUM REVIEW: Metalite – A Virtual World

If Carlsberg were to make a rock back, how would they go about it? They would probably get two fantastic guitarists (Edwin Premberg and Robert Õrnesved), an awesome drummer (Lea Larsson), a brilliant bass player (Robert Majd) and obviously a fantastic vocalist with a great voice (Erica Ohlsson). They would make it a bit different … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Metalite – A Virtual World

NEWS: NEPTUNE – Launch ‘Angels’ Video

The melodic metal band Neptune releases today (2 October) Angels – their third single from the band's upcoming studio album Northern Steel. The album is to be released on November 6, 2020. Neptune, an 80s melodic metal band that has built up a loyal fanbase over time, is now finally releasing their real debut album, only … Continue reading NEWS: NEPTUNE – Launch ‘Angels’ Video