“You have the straightforward songs that will work live, and then the more complex ones that are better to listen to at home where you can discover all the complex details”

DRAGONY are about to embark on their first UK appearance. This will be at Power Metal Quest Fest on the 12th of October; and not only that, but they will also be unleashing a new album. Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham caught up with lead vocalist Siegfried 'The Dragonslayer' Samer, and they spoke about … Continue reading “You have the straightforward songs that will work live, and then the more complex ones that are better to listen to at home where you can discover all the complex details”

WORDS FROM THE TEAM: My Day With Battle Born

The latest BATTLE BORN single 'Magic and Steel' has been out for a few days, and it’s receiving a high amount of praise from fans across the world. I feel incredibly grateful that I was able to head down to the video shoot of this single a few months back, and watching the video brings … Continue reading WORDS FROM THE TEAM: My Day With Battle Born

ALBUM REVIEW: Warlock A.D – Book II: The Valley of Vâgené

Multi-universe adventurers WARLOCK A.D. are due to release their latest tale. It is titled Book II: The Valley of Vâgené, and it tells the story of Whiteacre the Nomad, who was previously Whiteacre the Warlock after being stripped of his powers following the intense battle with Bôl-Saïx the Decimato. This tale takes place in an … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Warlock A.D – Book II: The Valley of Vâgené

“We’re going to keep you entertained for quite a long time and we have already started to write for the second album.”

Brand new power/symphonic metal act ALTERIUM have released their debut Of War And Flames over a month ago, it's already gaining positive reception from press and fans alike. Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham spoke to lead vocalist Nicoletta Rosellini about the album, mental health, and video games. Here's what happened. How has the feedback … Continue reading “We’re going to keep you entertained for quite a long time and we have already started to write for the second album.”

“it was combination of those things that made us go back to our roots.”

SONATA ARCTICA's latest album Clear Cold Beyond has been out for over a month and understandably it's receiving praise from fans and critics alike. Before the release date, Rock Out Stand Out's Lotty Whittingham spoke to bassist Pasi Kauppinen about the album, in particular going back to their roots plus many other things. Photo Credit: … Continue reading “it was combination of those things that made us go back to our roots.”

“A lot of early working titles for the tracks are often named after meals.”

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.”

ALBUM REVIEW: Alterium – Of War And Flames

The band that is on most Power Metal fan’s brains is ALTERIUM; they are a brand new band that are due to release their debut album Of War And Flames and it’s a great taste of what the band can offer up. After having caught them at Epic Fest earlier this year as well, they … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Alterium – Of War And Flames

Lotty’s Album Of The Month: February 2024

Dominum - Hey Living People It's been a slow start getting back into Rock Out Stand Out; usually after the festive period, I am pretty much ready to go. Due to a hectic time over this period and lots of stuff happening afterwards both good and bad, it's great to be writing again and getting … Continue reading Lotty’s Album Of The Month: February 2024