My World of Music – est. 2013
Not that you expect a new album from a rock veteran nearly two decades after having unveiled the so far latest album and if such a longplayer is announced, the question of meeting the standards, yes or no, rises. Blue Öyster Cult is such a veteran that returns with a new record and if there... Continue Reading →
The Dead Daisies unveil with 'Bustle and Flow' an animated music experience that's entertaining, not to forget the well-crafted rock anthem that comes with it too. Here is the video: https://youtu.be/kbitvxkEBIA
Slipknot frontman, Stone Sour founding member and numerous guest appearances, that's all Corey Taylor. What's missing so far is a Corey Taylor solo album and from Friday on the gap will be closed. October 2nd is the release date of 'CMFT', Taylor's solo debut that features thirteen songs. 'Black Eyes Blue' and 'CMFT Must Be... Continue Reading →
To introduce Robert Plant is a totally unnecessary thing since if you ended up reading my blog, you are into rock music for sure. The legendary Led Zeppelin frontman has a long musical vita, with Led Zeppelin, but also when it comes to solo releases of which 'Picture at Eleven' was the first one that... Continue Reading →
The other day an album crossed my path that might has been a bit under-represented this year. The moniker of the band is Gaupa and the guys are from Sweden, from Falun to be precise. Gaupa is a quintet, consisting of Erik Jerka-Sävstroem (b), Jimmy Hurtig (d), Danial Nygren (g), David Rosberg (g) and Emma... Continue Reading →
Brother Firetribe started their ear-candy production again and the result is their fifth longplayer called 'Feel the Burn'. That the guys are on fire when it comes to catchy Rock songs is what they showed on their earlier records and the new release didn't bring a change of musical direction. Three years after having launched... Continue Reading →
In a world of high-tech and digital gimmicks an album like ‘White Dog’ sound refreshing. ‘White Dog’ is not only the title of this release, it’s also the band name. The quintet calls Austin, Texas their home and their musical imprint is back deeply in the sounds of the ‘70s. White Dog play an exciting... Continue Reading →
Ace Frehley went for a second time through his musical treasure-box and unveiled eleven songs that influenced and/or inspired him. Four years after having launched 'Origins', it's 'Origins Vol.2' being a continuation of what started in 2016. He certainly could even don a Vol.3, but let's not get much ahead of things. The lead-off spot... Continue Reading →
Opeth announce tour dates of some special shows for October 2021. Being three decades in business, following their musical vision, Mikael Åkerfeldt and band will play 8 exclusive shows, fans can vote, which songs they would like to hear from the band's long career. The voting will start on Monday, September 7th at Opeth.com. Åkerfeldt comments:... Continue Reading →
Dead Lord had to go through some changes and challenges since having released with 'In Ignorance We Trust' their acclaimed third longplayer. The fact that guitarist Olle Hedenström parted ways with the band led to some line-up adjustments with Martin Nordin taking over the guitar while the band added with Ryan Kemp a new bassist... Continue Reading →
... taken from the upcoming album 'O' that comes via Frontiers Music. Release date will be November 6th and here is with 'Sinners Hymn' a first song.
The amount of new releases every month is huge and sometimes you miss an album that actually is worth to be highlighted. For unexplainable reasons I missed Mount Atlas' debut 'Titan' as well as the following EP 'Mistress'. Record Store Day is a good reason for closing the gap. If you haven't heard of Mount... Continue Reading →
Rock veterans Blue Öyster Cult announce a new studio album, the first one in 20 years. 'The Symbol Remains' will be available on October 9th and comes via Frontiers Music. "With the song demos emerging for this record, we realized there was as much if not more variety in style and content on this record... Continue Reading →
If you see promo photos of a band that walks through the Alter Elbtunnel you have a direct link to where these guys are at home. The tunnel is a landmark in Hamburg, Germany and that's where Night Laser has its headquater. The guys premiered six years ago with 'Fight for the Night'. 'Laserhead' followed... Continue Reading →
'Wicked Sensation' is not only Lynch Mob's best album, it's also their most successful release. After George Lynch and Don Dokken decided to part ways for several reasons, the axeman started with Lynch Mob a band that included in the early years also Mick Brown, known from Dokken too. 'Wicked Sensation' was released thirty years... Continue Reading →
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