My World of Music – est. 2013
Heavy metal from Mongolia? It wasn’t exactly common in the history of rock and metal. The band that put the country on the metal map was The HU. Their breakthrough came in 2018, and a year later, they played their first show outside Mongolia. I got to see them myself in 2020 at a sold-out... Continue Reading →
For a while now, a growing number of Spanish metal bands have been turning their attention back to traditional heavy metal, and Catalonia’s Streamer are happily joining the party. Formed in 2013, the quartet has always had a clear weakness for the sound of the NWOBHM and classic US metal. Their first EP in 2015... Continue Reading →
When heavy Sabbath-inspired riffs collide with classic hard rock and blackened metal, you get AVRAK. At least, that’s the name of the project formed by Anders Hegna and Ted “Nocturno Culto” Skjellum. Together with drummer Terje Kråbøl and bassist Steinar Gundersen, they make up the lineup behind this new Norwegian outfit. The first ideas for... Continue Reading →
Audrey Horne have been part of my musical world for quite some time now, and running into this band - whether at a live show, through a new album, or in an interview - is always a good time. These five musicians come across as genuinely likable, dedicated, and driven by a shared passion for... Continue Reading →
Some metalheads may have started wondering whether RAM had quietly disappeared into the Swedish wilderness. After all, The Throne Within landed back in 2019, and seven years is a pretty long time to leave the amps switched off. But now the five Swedes are back, and they have brought a new album with them. Against is an appropriately... Continue Reading →
Armored Saint today presents their visualizer for "Not On Your Life." The track comes by way of the band's critically acclaimed new full-length, Emotion Factory Reset, released earlier this year on Metal Blade Records. The kaleidoscopic clip was created by Costin Chioreanu of TWILIGHT13MEDIA. Comments vocalist John Bush, "The opening lyrics are, 'You already know my... Continue Reading →
Today marks the release of legendary guitarist Tony Iommi’s brand-new single. Titled “Stormwatcher,” it is driven by a signature guitar riff from the man who was the driving musical force behind Black Sabbath’s celebrated career. “Stormwatcher” has a nautical theme and tells the story of a ship stranded in a storm. The song is accompanied... Continue Reading →
A French album title and French song titles might lead you to believe that Meurtrier are a band from France. They’re not. These five musicians hail from Canada and are part of the metal scene centered around Quebec and Montreal. After taking a look at the relatively simple and somewhat cliché-ridden artwork, it’s time to... Continue Reading →
Cloven Hoof is one of those band names that has been tied to heavy metal for what feels like forever. The story began in Wolverhampton, England, back in 1979, followed by a self-titled debut album in 1984. The band disappeared from the radar during the metal-unfriendly ’90s, but the passion for the music never really... Continue Reading →
Tonight, the road takes me to Hamburg’s Barclays Arena, where Amy Lee and Evanescence are set to take the stage. The band is currently touring across Europe and the UK, with a stop in the autumn city on the Elbe. Poppy is along for the ride as an additional special guest, while Nova Twins have... Continue Reading →
One evening after Devin Townsend brought a stripped-down solo performance to Hamburg’s Markthalle, I’m back at the same venue. This time, though, the setup couldn’t be more different. The chairs from the previous night have disappeared, the room is ready for a standing crowd, and an interesting package is about to hit the stage. Metal... Continue Reading →
2027 marks a unique triple anniversary for Udo Dirkschneider and U.D.O.: Udo turns 75, U.D.O. celebrate 40 years as a band, and Voodoo Ranger marks the release of the German heavy metal institution’s 20th studio album. This very special record release will be celebrated on January 8, 2027 via powerhouse label Reigning Phoenix Music. Today, U.D.O. open... Continue Reading →
Devin Townsend is in town. The first of his three German shows takes place tonight at Hamburg’s Markthalle, and two words in the tour announcement immediately stand out: solo and seated. Tonight’s performance is part of the Metamorphosis tour, and anyone expecting the full Devin Townsend experience—with a band, massive production, and all the bells and whistles—will quickly realize that... Continue Reading →
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 →
For decades, Sweden's capital has been a breeding ground for outstanding metal bands, and that tradition clearly continues with a new generation. One of the most exciting young acts to emerge from Stockholm is Bloodstain. Formed in 2023, the four-piece independently released their first EP, I Am Death, which quickly attracted the attention of Threeman Recordings.... Continue Reading →
