My World of Music – est. 2013
Danko Jones made their debut in 2002 with the album “Born a Lion” and it was clear from that moment on that we were listening to a musician who embodies the spirit of rock. The Canadian singer and guitarist found a long-term collaborator in John Calabrese, and with Rich Knox on drums since 2011, the... Continue Reading →
Spock’s Beard launched “Noise Floor” in 2018, their latest studio album, and it took seven long years before the band returned with “The Archaeoptimist”. The band features three longtime members — Alan Morse, Dave Meros and Ryo Okumoto — who form the core of Spock’s Beard together with Ted Leonard, who joined in 2011. The... Continue Reading →
Two years after launching “Tether”, Of Mice And Men have delivered their latest studio effort, “Another Miracle”, which is the band’s first record to be released via Century Media. The first song the band launched was the title track. A massive metalcore smasher, built on a throbbing beat and huge riffs, as well as Aaron... Continue Reading →
Founded in 1987, Mezzrow premiered in 1990 with “Then Came the Killing” and are set to release their third album in 2025. The Swedish thrash metal band had a rather short first era, ending in 1993 and almost three decades later, the band returned with their sophomore album, “Summon Thy Demons”, in 2023. The second... Continue Reading →
"No Life ‘Til Leather: A Tribute to Metallica’s Kill ‘Em All" is a stunning tribute album that makes perfect sense. Firstly, Metallica’s debut album revolutionised heavy metal with its raw, electrifying energy. The metal pioneers spearheaded the Bay Area thrash metal scene and influenced numerous bands. As well as the importance of the album itself,... Continue Reading →
When it comes to progressive metal, Dream Theater is one of the most impressive bands. They are icons of the genre, having been around for a while under the name Majesty in the second half of the '80s, which put them on the metalheads' radar. Their big breakthrough came with the debut album “When Dream... Continue Reading →
Music is at its best when it’s authentic, which it is when the artists enjoy their work and are guided by an inner passion. This freedom is often present at the beginning of a career, but also when an artist or band no longer has anything to prove. Rock veterans Cheap Trick belong to the... Continue Reading →
Defecto, a band from Copenhagen, Denmark, have released their newest album, titled "Echoes of Isolation". It is their fourth full-length album, following “Duality”, which was unveiled in 2020. It is also the first album to be released through Frontiers Music, which marks a significant milestone for the band. “Echoes of Isolation” includes nine songs, beginning... Continue Reading →
Hailing from Kotka, Finland, Omnium Gatherum was formed almost three decades ago and has become one of the most important ambassadors of melodic death metal from Finland. Four years after releasing the “Origins” album, the band returns with their tenth studio effort, which has an unusually long title: “May the Bridges We Burn Light Us... Continue Reading →
Steve Morse is best known for his time with classic rock pioneers Deep Purple, where he was the guitarist who had been in the line-up for the most years. Morse has also been part of Kansas, and with the Steve Morse Band he has his own creative outlet. In 2022, Morse announced his departure from... Continue Reading →
“Magic 8-Ball” is the latest release from Norwegian art rock band Gazpacho, and their first in five years. The new studio album features eight songs about fate and its effects. Musically refined and lyrically sophisticated, “Magic 8-Ball” is based on a central concept. The philosophical paradox of the 'Ship of Theseus' inspired the band to... Continue Reading →
84 Days is the collaboration of four heavyweights of melodic punk rock. Producer Cameron Webb, Pennywise bassist Randy Bradbury, No Doubt drummer Adrian Young, and The Vandals guitarist Warren Fitzgerald are 84 Days, and the four-piece have launched a self-titled debut album. The band is Bradbury's brainchild as he wanted to write some music for... Continue Reading →
Slash has released a new live album showcasing his love for blues. The iconic guitarist performed at the S.E.R.P.E.N.T. festival in Colorado on 17 July 2024. The show was recorded and is now available in various formats. Slash and his band, Slash's Blues Ball, performed fifteen classic rock and blues songs. These include “Parchman Farm... Continue Reading →
When it comes to Kadavar, two things are certain. Firstly, nothing is certain, and secondly, whatever they come up with results from an impressive creative flow. It took Kadavar five years to release a new album, “I Just Want to Be a Sound”, which hit the shelves in spring this year. The wait for the... Continue Reading →
NYC hardcore veterans Agnostic Front have released their next thunderous album, "Echoes in Eternity". Six years after revealing “Get Loud!”, the band returns with their 13^(th) studio album, the next roaring gem in their career. Founded 45 years ago, Agnostic Front is a band that belongs at the spearhead of East Coast hardcore. They are... Continue Reading →
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