My World of Music – est. 2013
Death Dealer is a band from California. This line-up came together in 2012 and is pretty much a supergroup. At least the band members have been around in the heavy metal scene for a while. Stu Marshall, Ross the Boss, Sean Peck, Steve Bolognese and Mike LePond are all experts when it comes to heavy... Continue Reading →
While the news of Megadeth's final album was perhaps not entirely unexpected, it was still shocking. Founded in 1983 by Dave Mustaine, the band is one of the pioneers of thrash metal. The band's career is now coming to an end, and they have released 16 albums, including classics like "Peace Sells…But Who's Buying", "Countdown... Continue Reading →
"Mountains of Madness" is the fourth album from Total Annihilation. The Swiss death metal band kicks off the year with a new sonic blast featuring eleven chapters. Total Annihilation started in 2006, and in their 20th year of existence and six years after revealing "…on Chains of Doom", the five-piece launch a roaring metal blast.... Continue Reading →
Black Label Society kicks off 2026 with "Engines of Demolition", their first studio album since 2021, out March 27, 2026. BLS’ heavy hitting newest single and video “Name In Blood” is streaming everywhere now and you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/u4C0g5gFr1Y?si=X8ruEZ11WkJMRyNk Zakk began writing "Engines of Demolition" in 2022 during his relentless Pantera Celebration World... Continue Reading →
Trailblazing metal collective Metal Allegiance has returned with their brooding new single, “Black Horizon”. Their first release of original music since 2018, the song features roaring opening riffs from guitarist Alex Skolnick (Testament) and vocalist William Duvall’s (Alice In Chains) ominous howls, painting an apocalyptic scene. Mark Menghi (King Ultramega) on bass and Mike Portnoy... Continue Reading →
The SBÄM Fest is entering its eighth round and will once again bring international punk rock fever to the Schlachthof Wels on June 5 and 6. What began as a scene event has long since developed into one of the most important punk rock festivals in Europe – and SBÄM Fest 8 continues this success... Continue Reading →
The German death metal band Casket hails from Reutlingen, and its history dates back to 1990. The band belongs to the pioneers of German death metal and premiered with an album called “Under the Surface” after launching four demos. After a decade without a release, Casket returned in 2008 with “Upright Decay.” Now, “In the... Continue Reading →
Swedish progressive metallers Soen are back with a new album. Titled “Reliance”, the band’s seventh studio album features ten new songs, starting with “Primal”. Not only is the song the album's opener, it was also revealed as the lead single. “Primal” is a superb song that reflects Soen's full range of sounds. Starting with a... Continue Reading →
Introducing a band like Kreator is like carrying sand to the beach. Mille and his band are without question the North Star of thrash metal and a vital part of heavy metal. Kreator's debut album was the first of many superb metal records, and "Krushers of the World" is no exception. Four years after the... Continue Reading →
Knife and Warrant combine forces and will embark on a tour in March 2026. The two bands reflect generations bridging speed metal from Germany and a lot of fun is guaranteed.
Black metal force Mork will embark on a tour through Europe in autumn 2026. With them on the road will be Soulburn from The Netherlands. The tour includes a show at Hafenklang, Hamburg on October 10th, 2026.
Hamburg’s power metal pioneers Iron Savior return with their brand-new single "Relax", a crushing metal reinterpretation of the legendary 80s hit by Frankie Goes to Hollywood.Originally built on provocation and groove, “Relax” is reborn as a driving, riff-heavy anthem that turns restraint into raw energy. "Relax is one of my all time favorite non-metal song," Iron Savior... Continue Reading →
All-star hard rock collective Black Swan - featuring Robin McAuley (McAuley Schenker Group),Reb Beach(Winger, Whitesnake), Jeff Pilson (Foreigner, The End Machine, ex-Dokken), and Matt Starr (Ace Frehley, Mr. Big) - unveiled yetserday their new single and official video, “Paralyzed”, title track of the upcoming studio album set for release on February 27, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. Robin McAuley commented: “Nowadays it’s difficult... Continue Reading →
Finland’s gothic rockers The 69 Eyes launched with “I Survive” a new song featuring no less than Steve Stevens. Here is where you can watch and enjoy the song: https://youtu.be/8kWbkYVb1Vs?si=qeh7VkLRB9_xMgJz
Edenbridge is one of the most well-known metal bands from Austria. Founded in Linz in 1998, the band premiered in 2000 with an album called “Sunrise in Eden,” which marked a musical turning point for the five-piece. Founding members Arne Stockhammer (aka Lanvall) and Sabine Edelsbacher are the driving forces behind Edenbridge and their latest... Continue Reading →
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