My World of Music – est. 2013
Over the past few months and years, Kai Hansen has hardly been sitting around twiddling his thumbs. Much of his time has been taken up by Helloween, who released a solid new album in 2025 and have been on their ongoing 40 Years Anniversary Tour ever since. Still, Hansen somehow managed to carve out enough... Continue Reading →
Sweet Electric were one of those bands that had completely escaped my radar until a few months ago. That changed when the guys landed the opening slot for the Hamburg show of Smith/Kotzen. I walked into the Gruenspan with zero expectations for the opener, simply curious to see what they had to offer. Thirty minutes... Continue Reading →
When, in the spring of 2027, the heavy riffs of Graveyard meet the soul-soaked power of Blues Pills, it will be a clash of two distinct rock worlds. That’s because the two bands will embark on a co-headlining tour together, bringing both their latest songs and defining tracks from their catalog to the stage. Next... Continue Reading →
While Gotthard has never shied away from melodies that occasionally lean toward the pop side of rock or from a good heartbreak ballad, CoreLeoni is something like the uncompromising brother in a denim jacket, with a little dirt still under his fingernails. There’s no question that both sides have their place, and it’s Gotthard guitarist... Continue Reading →
Frontiers Music Srl is proud to announce the return of legendary Danish hard rockers Pretty Maids, who are officially working on a brand-new studio album, set for release in 2027. The upcoming record will be the band's first new studio album since 2019's acclaimed "Undress Your Madness" and marks the beginning of an exciting new... Continue Reading →
Mad Max are one of the pioneers of melodic metal from Germany. The band from Münster got their start in 1982 with their debut album Heavy Metal, but it was Night of Passion, released in 1987, that put Mad Max on my recordplayer. With Jürgen Breforth and Axel Kruse, two members of the classic lineup... Continue Reading →
Bergen, Norway, is known for the colorful wooden houses along its harbor, seemingly endless rain, great rock music and plenty of crushing metal. When it comes to music, Bergen certainly has nothing to prove to the Norwegian capital, Oslo. One band that has made its mark on the city’s musical landscape is Audrey Horne. Toschie,... Continue Reading →
Bands like Krokus laid the foundation for the powerful hard rock sound that came out of Switzerland. With Gotthard, another band from the Alpine country put Swiss rock on the map. Shakra have also been among Switzerland’s leading bands for decades, even if they never quite reached the same status as Krokus and Gotthard. That... Continue Reading →
Shogun Mojo - an exciting new collaboration between legendary Kiss guitarist Tommy Thayer and acclaimed singer-songwriter Dan Reed of Dan Reed Network fame – debut on Frontiers Music Srl with a self-titled album, set for release on November 6, 2026. The band is also thrilled to unveil the first single, “Under The Gun”, along with... Continue Reading →
Sometimes a band simply knows exactly what it wants to sound like. Airbourne are one of those bands. Since their early days, the Australians have stood for loud guitars, straight-ahead riffs, rock ’n’ roll attitude, and songs that feel like they were made to be played with the volume turned way up. With their self-titled... Continue Reading →
Early August also means one thing again this year: Elbriot in Hamburg. The open-air festival at Hamburg’s Grossmarkt has been a fixture on the city’s metal calendar for quite some time now, and once again, it opens its gates for another day of roaring live music. It would be hard to ask for better conditions... Continue Reading →
KISS lead guitarist Tommy Thayer will appear as featured special guest at the official fan celebration on occasion of 50 years of KISS history in Germany. The event will take place on 30th October 2026 at Mitsubishi Electric Halle in Düsseldorf. Tommy will be joining KISS Forever Band during their live set. A limited number of signing... Continue Reading →
A lineup that brings together well-known names from the worlds of rock and metal does not automatically guarantee great music. Iconic is a project featuring iconic veterans of the scene, and the band’s name alone naturally creates certain expectations. With II, the group now delivers their second studio album. Iconic consists of Nathan James, Michael Sweet, Joel Hoekstra,... Continue Reading →
BMG Records is pleased to announce the worldwide release of guitar legend Tony Iommi’s brand-new album. The album is titled From The Dark and will be launched on October 23rd, 2026 via BMG. The album kicks off with the first single, “World Alone,” which premiered tonight as part of a special worldwide streaming event. The event... Continue Reading →
Phil Campbell’s Bastard Sons are heading back to the stage, fueled by a mission that goes beyond the music. Following the passing of their father, the legendary Phil Campbell, the band is moving forward with an unwavering sense of strength, heart, and purpose, ensuring that the rock and roll flame he ignited continues to roar.... Continue Reading →
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