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After four decades as a driving force behind Skid Row, bassist and songwriter Rachel Bolan is releasing his first solo album under the name Bolan on June 12th, 2026 via earMUSIC. “Gargoyle of the Garden State” is a powerful, deeply personal debut, marked by the raw charm, attitude, and narrative depth of his New Jersey... Continue Reading →
Shortly before the release of their new album “The Phantom Void” on April 10, German instrumental rock pioneers Long Distance Calling present their final single, “Sinister Companion.” As the album’s closing track, “Sinister Companion” delivers a spectacular, electrifying finale. A final, dramatic burst of energy that captures the emotional depth and raw intensity of “The... Continue Reading →
Nothing illustrates the rapidly growing popularity of Kanonenfieber better than a look at the venues the band has played in Hamburg. Back in November 2023, they took the stage at the Logo as a support act for Batushka. Not even three years later, Kanonenfieber are headlining a sold-out show at Inselpark Arena. Such a leap... Continue Reading →
EvilDead are true veterans of thrash metal, proving that it wasn’t only the Bay Area that produced outstanding bands in the 1980s. Hailing from Los Angeles, EvilDead may never have reached the same level of fame as the genre’s biggest names, but they delivered exceptional thrash metal albums. Their journey began in 1989 with the... Continue Reading →
Lansdowne didn't exactly flood the rock community with longplayers and other releases. The band premiered with “Blue Collar Revolver” in 2011, and it took until 2023—including a two-year hiatus—to release a second album, “Medicine.” “Medicine” seems to indicate a positive direction, as the band released their next album only three years later. “Wish You Well”... Continue Reading →
Myrath have stood as a defining force in Tunisian metal since 2006, though their story reaches further back to their early days as Xtasy, formed in 2001. With “Wilderness of Mirrors,” the five-piece unveils their latest studio effort—a ten-track album that reinforces both their identity and their evolution. True to their roots, Myrath continue to... Continue Reading →
Freiburg, Germany, is known for having one of the highest numbers of hours of sunshine per year. At the same time, the southwestern region of Germany is associated with wine and good food. Despite these favorable attributes, there is also a darker side. Hailing from Freiburg, denim and leather metallers Kerrigan add some riff power... Continue Reading →
Scottish metal warrior James McBain founded Hellripper in 2015, initially releasing an EP with the intention of contributing to the local scene in Aberdeen. Things quickly took a different turn. More than a decade later, Hellripper has evolved far beyond its regional roots, earning international acclaim and a devoted following. Now, over ten years after... Continue Reading →
The Italian death metal band Fulci is known for their brutal sound as well as their fascination with horror movies. Their new EP combines these aspects, with the songs serving as a soundtrack to the short film “Risorsero dalla Tomba e Fu…L’Apocalisse! ("They Rose from the Tomb and It Was…The Apocalypse!")". Directed by Domenico Montixi,... Continue Reading →
The Hu will once again bring their unique sound and their rousing, impressive performances to stages across the UK and Europe: The tour kicks off in September in the Scottish capital and will take the band through 23 cities and nine countries through November. In German-speaking countries, a total of five shows have been confirmed... Continue Reading →
The Uwe Lulis Project was formed in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, emerging from the creative stagnation of the lockdown. Guitarist Uwe Lulis (Accept/Grave Digger/Rebellion) used this period to devote himself fully once again to his own songs. After leaving Accept in 2025, the project finally took center stage. Together with Erdmann Görg (vocals), Cord... Continue Reading →
The multi-platinum rock band The Pretty Reckless has released the official music video for their new single, “When I Wake Up.” The video was directed by lead singer Taylor Momsen herself, alongside Chris Acosta. In POV style, Taylor takes her audience on a wild, nighttime rock ‘n’ roll trip, encountering several familiar faces along the... Continue Reading →
Hailing from Portland, Oregon, Stainless launch their debut album, “Lady of Lust and Steel.” The band was founded in 2022 and released their first EP, “Nocturnal Rider,” which is now followed up by their debut album. Stainless is the brainchild of guitarist Jamie Byrum, and the album blends hard rock with metal influences. Both of... Continue Reading →
It’s been a while since Tyketto released a new album. Danny Vaughn and his bandmates released “Reach” in 2016, and I saw them perform live in Zoetermeer, NL, a year later. They delivered a great rock show, and since then, Tyketto has played numerous live shows. However, they haven't released a studio album since. Ten... Continue Reading →
What remains black for Gaerea are the black outfits and masks. These are also the distinctive features of a band that has evolved musically over time. The Porto-based band started ten years ago and released their debut album, “Unsettling Whispers,” in 2018. This year, the band celebrates their tenth anniversary with an album called "Loss,"... Continue Reading →
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