My World of Music – est. 2013
The freshly minted album, bearing the title "Break the Silence", is the latest offering from Beyond The Black. The German symphonic metal outfit, with Jennifer Haben being the driving force, launch their sixth studio effort, which features ten new songs. Playing their first show at Wacken Open Air is something that not many bands can... Continue Reading →
Their music has grown heavier over time, but the progressive element remains. We're talking about Iotunn from Denmark. Founded in 2015, they didn't release an album until 2021, when they premiered with “Access All Worlds.” It wasn't the easiest time for the band to put out a debut album, given all the restrictions on live... Continue Reading →
Alter Bridge has typically released their new album in October, following a pattern of about three years. While the latter is still ongoing, the new album is ready to be shipped to the record stores in January. The band's eighth album features twelve songs that embody the core principles of the Alter Bridge sound. Entitled... Continue Reading →
The Eternal might not be very well known, but it's a band worth paying attention to. The band originated in Melbourne, Australia. Founded in 2004, the outfit has been around for more than two decades and has released seven albums, the latest of which is the 2024 release, “Skinwalker". “Skinwalker” opened the door for The... Continue Reading →
Quantity and quality — both are present on “Tempelschlaf", the new album from The Ruins Of Beverast. “Tempelschlaf” is the seventh album from Alexander von Meilenwald, the mastermind behind The Ruins Of Beverast. Nearly five years after releasing “The Thule Grimoires,” Meilenwald presents seven new songs that continue the journey through dark sounds and sonic... Continue Reading →
The American rock band Survivor had its breakthrough with its third album, “Eye of the Tiger.” The band's rise to fame in the early '80s was fueled by the popularity of the pounding title track from the Rocky III movie. It was the peak for a band that also had to go through some struggles... Continue Reading →
The Oakland-based band Lionheart has an interesting approach to album titles. The Californian hardcore band transformed the “Welcome to the West Coast” EP into a trilogy, and another album that defines the sound of Lionheart is “Valley of Death.” We can also expect a next chapter here. Lionheart has finished work on “Valley of Death... Continue Reading →
It's impressive that the German fun metal band J.B.O. has been around since 1989. It's also a fact that their albums regularly enter the German charts, and that's not something that can be denied. So, there must be a very solid and established fanbase while J.B.O. belong to the bands you either love or ignore,... Continue Reading →
More than a couple of years ago, the Swedish metal band Bullet released their latest studio album. In 2018, the Växjö-based band turned "Dust into Gold," and there was basically radio silence afterwards. Although Växjö isn't part of a Swedish metropolis, it boasts a vibrant musical scene. For example, the city is the home of... Continue Reading →
Swiss metalcore group Paleface Swiss is one of the bands that is on an amazing surge. Founded in 2017, the Zurich-based quartet premiered in 2020 with an album called “Chapter 3: The Last Selection.” The band's third release, the 2025 album Cursed, was a push for increased awareness. After touring Europe, North America, and Australia,... Continue Reading →
Graz, Austria, is a vibrant city, but it has a dark side, too. It is the hometown of L.G., who started Ellende, a one-man project, in 2011. It was the self-titled longplayer that paved the way for Ellende, serving as a springboard for the band to sign a deal with AOP Records, together with “Todbringer”.... Continue Reading →
Wildhunt is a band coming from Austria. The band was founded in 2011 and released their debut album, entitled "Descending," in 2016. Since then, they have not released any new music, except for a single and a split release. Ten years after debuting, Wildhunt is returning with their second album. “Aletheia” will hit the shelves... Continue Reading →
Musically, CoreLeoni is the mean little brother of Gotthard. Founded by guitarist Leo Leoni in 2017, the band aims to revive the songs from Gotthard's first albums. CoreLeoni aims to maintain this vibe, while Gotthard has become a melodic rock powerhouse that attracts a mainstream audience. On July 3, 2025, Leo Leoni and his bandmates... Continue Reading →
Graham Bonnet is one of the legendary rock 'n' roll singers. He was in bands like Rainbow and Alcatrazz. Bonnet has also worked with guitar virtuoso Michael Schenker and has been part of several other projects and bands. The singer has released several solo albums under the moniker Graham Bonnet Band, and he is now... Continue Reading →
Canadian singer Rob Moratti is best known for his years with Saga. He was the band's frontman from 2008 to 2011, and he has also released several solo albums. With "Sovereign, " the Toronto-based vocalist unveils a new album featuring 11 songs. “Sovereign” is Moratti's sixth studio album and continues his musical journey. Rooted in... Continue Reading →
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