My World of Music – est. 2013
The end has come... long revered and widely acclaimed heavy metal giants Spirit Adrift have released their sixth and final album, “Infinite Illumination,” today via 20 Buck Spin. Bookending a monumental decade+ long run, the band's bittersweet swan song is marked by one of their most ambitious and crushing records to date. Spirit Adrift mastermind... Continue Reading →
As Everything Unfolds is a UK-based band formed in 2013 by Adam Kerr and the band's former vocalist and guitarist, Alex Paton. While their music may have flown under the radar for some people, the band's steady rise has proven noteworthy. After releasing two EPs that laid the groundwork for their debut album, “Within Each... Continue Reading →
The start of 2026 seems to be all about excellent guitarists, at least in terms of the live shows I've attended. First there was Smith/Kotzen, then Michael Schenker, and tonight it's the turn of German guitar wizard Axel Rudi Pell — all renowned names in the rock and metal community. Accompanying Pell and his bandmates... Continue Reading →
Örebro, Sweden, is the home of renowned two-piece stoner rock outfit Truckfighters, formed in 2001. The band has returned with a compelling new studio album, “Masterflow”, marking their first full-length release in a decade. After what they describe as a 'long, long hiatus', founding members Ozo and Dango returned to the studio to record the... Continue Reading →
One band that has gained serious momentum in recent years is The Neptune Power Federation. Hailing from Australia, the group has evolved into a powerful force in expressive rock music, driven by a rebellious spirit. They made their debut in 2012 with “Mano a Satano”, and have continued to raise the bar with each release... Continue Reading →
Vomitory are one of the enduring pillars of Scandinavian death metal. Formed in 1989, the band released their ferocious debut album, “Raped in Their Own Blood”, in 1996. After two ground-breaking releases, they signed with Metal Blade Records, a significant step forward in their career, before ultimately disbanding in 2013.In 2018, founding members Urban and... Continue Reading →
New York death metal institution Immolation return with their new album, “Descent”, the band’s 12^(th) studio release and the follow-up to 2022’s “Act of God”. As with their previous work, Immolation deliver a relentlessly brutal record, which is immediately evident in the blistering opener, “These Vengeful Winds”. This track makes it clear that Immolation's intensity... Continue Reading →
With the “Love Will Bring You Home” Tour 2026, Kiefer Sutherland announces his return to European stages this coming spring. After a lengthy hiatus from touring due to extensive film projects, the internationally acclaimed actor and musician is set to perform live again—with a series of select headline shows in Germany. The tour will take... Continue Reading →
Metal Church are among the greats of heavy metal, with their early albums being true classics of powerful US metal. Following the release of “Congregation of Annihilation”, the future of this iconic band appeared uncertain. However, bandleader Kurdt Vanderhoof managed to breathe new life into the band. A big part of this revival comes down... Continue Reading →
If you glance at the cover artwork of “Hymns From the Hills,” you might expect a dungeon-and-dragons-inspired metal album, but that assumption would be misleading. Poison Ruïn, a punk rock band from Philadelphia, deliver something entirely different with their third full-length release. While the artwork may not reflect the album’s sound, it plays an essential... Continue Reading →
In 2025, we first unleashed a new beast upon the Mediterranean: The concept of MALTA METAL WEEKEND didn’t just debut - it detonated! With giants like Dream Theater, Opeth, And Apocalyptica leading the charge, we shattered the silence and rocked the island to its very core. But we aren't done with you yet. In 2026,... Continue Reading →
Munich’s Keep It Low Festival is back in full force for 2026, and the line-up keeps getting heavier. Set for October 9th and 10th at Backstage Munich, Germany, the festival once again brings together a stacked bill of fuzz, doom and psychedelic rock, built for loud amps and long nights! New additions include Norway’s breakout... Continue Reading →
German rock ‘n’ roll powerhouse Hardbone is back! Almost exactly six years after their last release, the band returns with their brand-new single “Four To The Floor,” offering a first taste of their upcoming studio album, set to be released in September via Massacre Records. Driven by raw energy and an uncompromising attitude, “Four To... Continue Reading →
Following the release of their much-acclaimed EP „Celestial“ earlier this year via Reigning Phoenix Music, Australian-Finnish dark metal act The Eternal return with new visuals. Today, the band presents an official lyric video for the haunting EP closing track “Everlasting MMXXVI”. Blending strong melodies with dynamic intensity, “Everlasting MMXXVI” stands out as both powerful and... Continue Reading →
Sweden’s leading recycling initiative Pantamera proudly announces Finnish hard rock legends Lordi as the official spokesband for its 2026 national recycling campaign. Launching on April 2, 2026, the campaign arrives alongside a brand-new LordI single and video titled “Pantamera (PAN-TAH-MEH-RAH!)”. Famous for their monster personas, theatrical stagecraft, and Eurovision-winning legacy, Lordi now turn their attention... Continue Reading →
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