My World of Music – est. 2013
At the moment a massive metal package is on its way through Europe with German thrash icons of Kreator being the leader of the pack. Next to the thrash metal pioneers, it's Norwegian Dimmu Borgir, Hatebreed and Bloodbath that are part of 'The European Apocalypse' - a metallic wrecking ball. This brutal and diverse package... Continue Reading →
On March 29th, Whitechapel will release their 7th full-length, 'The Valley', via Metal Blade Records. Mixed by David Castillo, mastered by Ted Jensen, and produced once again by Mark Lewis (Cannibal Corpse, The Black Dahlia Murder), 'The Valley' is a reference to the part of Hardin Valley (west of Knoxville, Tennessee) where vocalist Phil Bozeman grew up.... Continue Reading →
Alternative rock quartet Papa Roach reveals the new track and lyric video for 'Elevate' . Tracklist:1. The Ending2. Renegade Music3. Not The Only One4. Who Do You Trust?5. Elevate6. Come Around7. Feel Like Home8. Problems9. Top Of The World10. I Suffer Well11. Maniac12. Better Than Life
New Jersey thrashers Overkill will unleash their 19th studio record, 'The Wings Of War' , on February 22nd, 2019 via Nuclear Blast . Today, the band released their first single "Last Man Standing". Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth comments,"The time has come, for a first taste, 'Last Man Standing'. This cut got the unanimous nod to openThe Wings of War, all they way... Continue Reading →
Lamb Of God guitarist Mark Morton announced a solo album for March 1st, 2019. ‘Anesthetic’ comprises of ten songs and it’s an illustrious group of singers that supports the axeman. The album will be released via Spinefarm and a first song, ‘The Truth is Dead’, gives a first idea of what to expect. Tracklist: 1.... Continue Reading →
(8/10) Venom is without any doubt a pioneer in metal. Not only that albums like ‘Welcome to Hell’ and ‘At War With Satan’ added a new level of extremeness to metal, but the band also set with ‘Black Metal’ a base for a totally new genre. All this happened in the first half of the... Continue Reading →
German Long Distance Calling announced three special tour dates for April 2019 under the banner of 'Seats & Sounds Tour 2019'. Based on the 10 years anniversary of LDC's second album 'Avoid the Light', the quartet will play a shows in three very special locations. It's seated shows which provides a special audiovisual show that... Continue Reading →
Swedish metallers Soilwork have released a video teaser for the brand new Song, 'Stålfågel'. Check the excerpt from the upcoming music video here: https://youtu.be/5LgJLGNnifk
(9/10) Jon Schaffers Purgatory is releasing a new EP which isn’t that new either. Purgatory, the US metal band, was the founded in 1985 and was the predecessor of Iced Earth. Jon Schaffer was part of Purgatory, as well as singer Gene Adam and bassist Bill Owen. The guys published three demos and it's this... Continue Reading →
(8/10) Sharp before Christmas a new impressive metal album from Italy hits the shelves. The name of the band is Last Union, a powerhouse being the brainchild of singer Elisa Scarpeccio and guitarist Cristiano Tiberi. With a lot of ambition and passion, the duo started into the endeavor of a new band and what was... Continue Reading →
(8/10) Although Europe isn't fully covered by winterly frost, de-icing is available. It might help less outdoors, but what Gotthard adds to their musical offer is an album that's for sure heart-warming. It was in 1997 when the Swiss-based rocker presented their soulful side with an album entitled 'D-Frosted'. After having released three hard rocking records... Continue Reading →
Red is the new black. Metal Church's newest delivery 'Damned if You Do' is also available as vinyl. The format comes with two LP's and a gatefold album sleeve. The red vinyl version is limited to 500 pieces and songs are the same as on the other formats. What's missing are the lyrics, but besides... Continue Reading →
Two more bands have been confirmed for the 2019 Rock Hard festival. Thrash pioneers Anthrax and classic rocker The Vintage Caravan will perform a show the Amphitheater in Gelsenkirchen.
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