Vintersorg return with their brand new studio album “Vattenkrafternas Spel”, which will be released on 26th September via Hammerheart Records. The first offering “'Malströmsbrus’” is now streaming via the label. Vintersorg comment on the track: "We feel the first single 'Malströmsbrus' is a great symbol for the entire album and a framing of what Vintersorg is... Continue Reading →
THE VINTAGE CARAVAN – “Portals” and the lead single
Icelandic retro-fueled prog rock trio The Vintage Caravan have announced their return with their sixth studio album, entitled “Portals”, set for release on September 26, 2025 via Napalm Records! "We proudly present our sixth studio album, “Portals”. It’s our most diverse, dynamic, experimental album and in our opinion, our best effort yet," the band states. "”Portals” was... Continue Reading →
SMITH/KOTZEN announce European/UK tour
Following their critically acclaimed second album “Black Light / White Noise”, which reached number 1 in the Official Rock & Metal Charts in the UK, Adrian Smith and Richie Kotzen will be taking their show on the road early next year and coming to the UK and Europe in February and March 2026. Smith/Kotzen first... Continue Reading →
Review LYNYRD SKYNYRD “Celebrating 50 Years – Live at the Ryman”
If you haven’t been living under a rock for the last 50 years, the name of the band Lynyrd Skynyrd won't be new to you. Originally formed in 1964 as My Backyard, the Southern Rock band became Lynyrd Skynyrd in 1968. Their debut album, released in 1973, launched an impressive career. They evolved into trailblazers... Continue Reading →
RUMKICKS – all-female South Korean punk joint announces new album
Rumkicks is a trailblazing all-female punk band hailing from Seoul, South Korea. Formed in 2018 by guitarist and vocalist Jung Yeawon, the group has become known for its high-energy performances, sharp-edged sound, and fearless social commentary. Their music blends pogo-punk and pop-punk influences with a distinctly Korean sensibility, a style they’ve dubbed “post-Joseon punk”. The... Continue Reading →
JOE BONAMASSA revealed a next new song
Blues rock icon Joe Bonamassa returns with “Trigger Finger,” the latest single from his highly anticipated new album “Breakthrough,” out July 18 on J&R Adventures. The track marks another chapter in Bonamassa's career and captures his signature blend of powerful guitar riffs, driving rhythms and raspy vocals. “Trigger Finger” was co-written with his longtime collaborator... Continue Reading →
THE HALO EFFECT launched a DANZIG cover
A few days ago, The Halo Effect unveiled a new single. The Swedish metal force created their own interpretation of "How the Gods Kill", originally coming from Danzig. The band has produced a thunderous new take on this classic, which you can watch here: https://youtu.be/87aXwFRRu18?feature=shared
Two more bands announced for THE HARD CIRCLE festival
With Axel Rudi Pell and Grave Digger the last two bands for this years The Hard Circle festival have been announced recently. Next to them the following bands have been announced earlier: Dirkschneider Eisbrecher Thundermother Freedom Call The Hard Circle festival will take place in three cities in December this year: 05.12. Bochum – Ruhrcongress12.12.... Continue Reading →
MÖTLEY CRÜE feat. DOLLY PARTON launched “Home Sweet Home”
Mötley Crüe release a new version of their classic “Home Sweet Home” Featuring: Dolly Parton “From The Beginning” the ultimate collection of all Mötley Crüe hits/ Release date: September 12, 2025 Rock legends Mötley Crüe have announced the release of “From The Beginning”, a brand new collection of singles due out September 12, 2025 via... Continue Reading →
NERVOSA unveil a new single
Following the release of their much-acclaimed fifth studio album "Jailbreak", full-speed thrash frontrunners Nervosa return with a brutal new single, entitled "Smashing Heads"! This new rager features the insane guitar work, thundering vocals and furious blast beats the band is known and loved for, and is accompanied by an official music video that emphasizes the... Continue Reading →
GUS G. and RONNIE ROMERO joining forces in brand new video single
Following the previously-released, epic solo track, "Advent", by Gus G., the iconic guitarist and founding Firewind member has teamed up with exceptional singer Ronnie Romero (Rainbow, ex-Michael Schenker Group a.o.) for not just an extensive European tour and festival appearances, but also the brand new video single "My Premonition"! Gus G. comments:"It's been a while... Continue Reading →
FOR I AM KING will play three shows in Germany this autumn
It’s already been a while since Dutch metal force For I Am King launched with “Crown” a new album. It was in 2023 when the third longplayer hit the shelves and it will be in 2025 when the band will come to Germany for three shows. Hannover, Dresden and Hamburg are in the travel plan... Continue Reading →
Live report HATEBREED, CARCASS & ASH RETURN, Gruenspan, Hamburg – June 18th, 2025
I saw Carcass a few times on my musical calendar during the last few years, but I haven't seen a Hatebreed live show in a long time. At this juncture, when both musical ensembles are performing a series of collaborative concerts, the timing could not be more opportune to experience this sonic onslaught in its... Continue Reading →
Review LEVERAGE “Gravity”
Alongside Helsinki, Jyväskylä is one of the Finnish metropolises when it comes to rock and metal. Leverage is a band from here that follows a more traditional direction, unlike bands like Swallow the Sun, who follow the darker aspects of metal. Founded in 2002, the band has put out five albums, with "Above the Beyond"... Continue Reading →
Review MALEVOLENCE “Where Only the Truth is Spoken”
I first noticed Malevolence back in 2023. This was when the band opened for Heaven Shall Burn. One year later, they went on tour with While She Sleeps and 2025 is the year their new studio album will be released. Malevolence formed in 2010 in Sheffield, England, and unleashed their debut album, "Reign of Suffering",... Continue Reading →









