Swedish rock newcomers Freedom surprised everyone with their self-titled debut album. That was back in 2021, and the self-released records helped the band leave a first footprint. Now it's time to follow up this first giant step and the band does it with their new record "Stay Free". The first important thing is that Freedom... Continue Reading →
“Portable Door” – the first song from the new DEEP PURPLE album
"Portable Door" is the exciting lead single from the upcoming Deep Purple album "-1". The song is the first taste of the new album, which was produced by Bob Ezrin and features all the trademarks the band has developed over the past decades. This is the tracklist: Show Me A Bit On The Side Sharp... Continue Reading →
Review TAROT ‘Glimpse of the Dawn’
It was back in 2011 when Tarot was founded in Hobart, Australia. ‘Reflections’ is the title of the debut album which was launched in 2016 and it took a while before Tarot release the sophomore album. The band is now part of the Cruz del Sur portfolio, which is a promising thing, knowing the quality... Continue Reading →
BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION unveil ‘Red Sun’
‘Stay Free’ was the lead single of the upcoming Black Country Communion album. ‘V’ is the title of the new longplayer which will be released on June 14th, 2024. With ‘Red Sun’ a next song is revealed and HERE is where you can enjoy this roaring tune.
ALICE COOPER re-issues ‘Breadcrumbs’ on CD
It was back in 2019 when Alice Cooper went back to his musical roots. The iconic singer recorded six songs that are all in a way connected to his hometown Detroit. The album includes cover versions from the 60s and 70s and it is ‘East Side Story’, originally from Bob Seeger, ‘Sister Anne’ (MC5) and... Continue Reading →
BLUES PILLS announced ‘Happy F*cking Birthday’-tour
Blues Pills, the electrifying rock sensation, has spellbound the world with their energetic live shows with the front woman Elin Larsson taking the lead. Their new album Birthday is out 2nd August 2024, an album to celebrate life and music. The celebration will continue all year long, and they are now happy to announce the... Continue Reading →
AXEL RUDI PELL on tour in autumn 2024
German guitar wizard Axel Rudi Pell will embark on a tour in late 2024 with shows in Germany, Austria, Hungary, Switzerland and Sweden. One of these shows will take place at Fabrik, Hamburg on October 22, 2024.
Review WHOM GODS DESTROY ‘Insanium’
Whom Gods Destroy is a new group with well-known protagonists. Derek Sherinian and Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal are part of this outfit and with Dino Jelusick, a talented singer takes over the vocal parts, while Yas Nomura and Bruno Valverde form the rhythm section of Whom Gods Destroy. Sherinian and Thal initiated the group, both having... Continue Reading →
FARGO re-issue the first four albums
Fargo belong to the trailblazers when it comes to German hard rock. Founded in Hanover in 1973 the band released four longplayers. ‘Wishing Well’ is the title of the 1979 debut album and three more records followed this successful start. ‘No Limit’, ‘Frontpage Lover’ and ‘F’ are three smashing albums that sank into oblivion until... Continue Reading →
Review LUCIFER ‘Lucifer V’
Since Lucifer started to shake the world of rock in 2015 with the ‘Lucifer I’ the five-piece walked on an impressive musical path. A growing fanbase, great releases and a growing fanbase reflect the musical thrill created by Lucifer. The blend of sounds and inspiration is broad. Classic rock from the 70s, (doom)metal and occult... Continue Reading →
Live report AUDREY HORNE, Logo, Hamburg – December 1st, 2023
Snow and ice – Hamburg does its best to welcome Audrey Horne with a best possible Bergen-like winter atmosphere. Regardless of the winterly conditions in Germany’s north, the Norwegians made it in time to Hamburg where a show at the legendary LOGO is scheduled. Fans had no problems to get to the venue too, regardless... Continue Reading →
NIGHTHAWK announce ‘Live!’ – EP
In spring this year Nighthawk released with ‘Prowler’ an outstanding longplayer. Melodic metal at its best is what the album offers and to keep the fire burning Robert Majd and his crew follow up the release with a live EP. The band played four of the songs live on December 2nd, 2022 in Stockholm and... Continue Reading →
Review HIGH SPIRITS ‘Safe on the Other Side’
And once again the auditorium fills up when Chris "Professor" Black invites you to a further 41-minute event on the subject of rock and metal. Black founded High Spirits 14 years ago and what began with 'Another Night' was continued on three further albums. Each of these albums has been a treat for fans of... Continue Reading →
Review HOWLING GIANT ‘Glass Future’
Nashville, Tennessee, das ist die Heimat von Howling Giant. The ‚Music City‘ is certainly not a bad place to start a career and at the same time it might be even more tricky to get a foot on the ground. Howling Giant succeeded in taking the challenge and release these days with ‘Glass Future’ their... Continue Reading →
Review GAUPA ‘Live at Monkey Moon Studios’ – EP
Gaupa belongs to the exciting newcomers when we talk about retro inspired rock. Equipped with a doomy vibe the band started their journey in 2017 and it was the debut ‘Feberdröm’ which brought the band some attention. Release date was in 2020 and it was Nuclear Blast Records who signed the band. ‘Myriad’ was the... Continue Reading →