My World of Music – est. 2013
Hailing from Denmark, Artillery are among the true veterans of Scandinavian thrash metal. Albums like “Terror Squad” and “By Inheritance” are legendary. These two albums should be part of every solid collection. Unfortunately, the spotlight on thrash- and heavy metal dimmed in the '90s, leading to Artillery's split. After an on-off period, the band returned... Continue Reading →
West Coast punk outfit Victory Kid have launched a new album called "Catalyst", containing 13 new punk rock anthems. The Los Angeles-based band formed in 2015 and gained initial recognition with a protest song called “Tuck Frump”. Victory Kid infuse their punk rock with ska elements and melodies that are almost pop-like in their catchiness.... Continue Reading →
Höör is a small community that you pass through when driving further into Småland, Sweden. The city is home to a rising star of the metal scene. Hailing from southern Sweden, Eradikated was founded in 2021 and released their debut album in 2023. Their first album, "Descendants", received positive feedback, and the band is now... Continue Reading →
Held. is a band comprising guitarist Douglas Robinson and bassist Sal Mignano (both of The Sleeping), as well as drummer Josh Eppard (Coheed and Cambria). This experienced trio's debut studio album, "Grey", features ten songs. The collective's music is rooted in alternative rock, infused with post-hardcore undertones. "Grey" opens with "Defending the Earth", a furious... Continue Reading →
Darkthrone is undoubtedly a force in black metal, with roots in the Norwegian underground scene. Founded four decades ago, the band has gone through different stages, all of which have one thing in common: Darkthrone has never focused on trends or commercial success. Fenriz and Nocturno Culto have always done whatever they wanted, and their... Continue Reading →
The Swedish AOR band Alien played a show at the 2025 Sweden Rock Festival, which is now being released as a live album. "Live at Sweden Rock Festival" features the full performance by the melodic rock band and is their first live album in their four-decade career. The setlist was largely based on songs from... Continue Reading →
Hailing from Long Island, NY, Restless Spirit formed in 2018 after changing their name twice. Their debut album was released in 2019. With their self-titled fourth album, the band embarked on exploring the world of doom metal. Restless Spirit picks up the Birmingham-based spirit and launches eight doom-laden metal songs that touch on stoner rock... Continue Reading →
Hailing from Athens, Greece, Yoth Iria formed in 2019. Their debut album, "As the Flames Withers", was released in 2021, and it was the "Blazing Inferno" that marked a second step for the band. This album also served as a springboard for the group, who are now launching an album called “Gone With the Devil”... Continue Reading →
Hailing from the heart of Bavaria, Erection prove that southeastern Germany has far more to offer musically than Blasmusik and Oktoberfest traditions. Beating at the core of this band is the rebellious spirit of punk rock, and it comes fully alive on "Plug It In". Erection consists of Julia, Schtiefn, and Tino, with Andi, Tobi, and... Continue Reading →
Social Distortion is closely connected to my ‘extended’ youth. In 1992, Mike Ness and his bandmates released the mind-blowing "Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell" album, which included the iconic "Cold Feelings". This mix of punk, rock and country results in thunderous songs. In 2011, Social Distortion unveiled their latest studio effort, “Hard Times and Nursery... Continue Reading →
In early 2026, Frozen Soul embarked on a European tour as the supporting act for Heaven Shall Burn. The tour actually came a little too early for the new album, but the band offered a sneak preview of what to expect from their latest studio effort, "No Place of Warmth". Following the release of four... Continue Reading →
Hailing from Sweden, The Quill have been around since 1986. The quartet first appeared in 1989 with an album called "Out of Blue Corners", the first of many to come. Forty years after their foundation, The Quill are launching a new album called "Master of the Skies", featuring ten new songs. The band sticks to... Continue Reading →
Six Feet Under are back with a new album. Titled "Next to Die", it is the band's 15th release and their third since Jack Owen joined in 2017. "Next to Die" picks up where the band left off with "Killing for Revenge" in 2024, with an even better balance of groove and speed. "Approach Your... Continue Reading →
Most of you will know Stig Pedersen as the bass player in D-A-D. The Danish hard rockers are one of the most well-established bands out there, and Pedersen is an important part of that. He provides the heartbeat of the band with his bass playing. He also entertains audiences with his unique stage outfits, which... Continue Reading →
Bollnäs, a city in northern Sweden, is home to a young band that is launching with the stunning debut album, "Demonic Assault" . The album isn’t actually a brand new release, as Savage Mania launched it one year ago as a self-release. It was a digital-only release, but now that they have signed a deal... Continue Reading →
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