Swiss heavy metal act Burning Witches have shared a new track taken from their forthcoming studio album, entitled Inquisition, which is slated for release on August 22, 2025 via Napalm Records! Following the previously released album title track, this second single brings a powerful mix of classic heavy metal riffs and hard rock grooves to... Continue Reading →
Review MOTORJESUS “Streets of Fire”
It took Motorjesus a little longer than expected to get started on their newest album, “Streets of Fire”, which faced a delayed release due to technical production issues. Originally scheduled for release in June, the album is now hitting the shelves in July, and it seems that it was worth the wait. With the tank... Continue Reading →
AMORPHIS release second single – ‘Bones’
Amorphis have released their new single ‘Bones,’ a powerful preview of their upcoming album ‘Borderland’, set for release on September 26, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music. In contrast to the album’s first single, ‘Light and Shadow,’ which showcased a more uplifting tone, ‘Bones’ dives into darker, heavier territory. Emerging from the mythical depths of Finland’s... Continue Reading →
ELLEFSON/SOTO announce “Unbreakable”
GRAMMY® Award winning bassist David Ellefson (Ex-Megadeth) and acclaimed metal vocalist Jeff Scott Soto have once again joined forces and are set to release their highly anticipated second album “Unbreakable” out on August 15, 2025, via Rat Pak Records. The duo Ellefson-Soto is joined by Italian guitarist Andy Martongelli and Paolo Caridi on drums and... Continue Reading →
Review DIAMOND HEAD ‘Live and Electric’
I guess I’m not the only one whose first connection with Diamond Head's music was through Metallica's cover of 'Am I Evil', which directed the spotlight onto the UK metal pioneers. It still took me a while to explore Diamond Head's music further, but I became truly attached to it when they supported Saxon on... Continue Reading →
DIRKSCHNEIDER & THE OLD GANG release emotional new single
After setting the tone with ‘It Takes Two To Tango’, ‘Time To Listen’ and ‘Hellbreaker’, Dirkschneider & The Old Gang (DATOG) unveil their most heartfelt release yet: ‘Strangers In Paradise’. ‘Strangers In Paradise’ is a true goosebump-inducing rock ballad that gets under your skin - an extraordinary song in every respect. Manuela’s soulful voice opens... Continue Reading →
Review WYTCH HAZEL ‘V: Lamentations’
In a way, it feels like Wytch Hazel has been around for ages, and 14 years is a long time. However, it feels like the guys have been in business much longer, which might be based on their music. Wytch Hazel's musical inspiration can be found in the early days of the New Wave of... Continue Reading →
Review CRYSTAL VIPER ‘The Live Quest’
The Polish metal band Crystal Viper formed in 2003 and has released numerous albums since then. The most recent studio release came out in 2024 and was titled 'The Silver Key'. The album was promoted with a tour through Europe, and some of the shows were recorded. These recordings now serve as the foundation for... Continue Reading →
IRON SAVIOR unleash new digital single “Walls Of Fire (2025 Version)”
Iron Savior return with a powerful new take on their classic "Walls Of Fire," delivering the explosive energy of the original with modern production and renewed precision. Rigid riffs, driving rhythms and epic melodies make this re-recording a perfect fit alongside fan favourites like "Heavy Metal Never Dies" and "The Landing," proving once again why... Continue Reading →
GUS G. and RONNIE ROMERO joining forces in brand new video single
Following the previously-released, epic solo track, "Advent", by Gus G., the iconic guitarist and founding Firewind member has teamed up with exceptional singer Ronnie Romero (Rainbow, ex-Michael Schenker Group a.o.) for not just an extensive European tour and festival appearances, but also the brand new video single "My Premonition"! Gus G. comments:"It's been a while... Continue Reading →
Live report HATEBREED, CARCASS & ASH RETURN, Gruenspan, Hamburg – June 18th, 2025
I saw Carcass a few times on my musical calendar during the last few years, but I haven't seen a Hatebreed live show in a long time. At this juncture, when both musical ensembles are performing a series of collaborative concerts, the timing could not be more opportune to experience this sonic onslaught in its... Continue Reading →
HELLOWEEN drop lead single of the new album
One of the genre-defining metal band from Germany – Helloween – launched the lead single of the upcoming album called “Giants & Monsters”. The album release is scheduled for August 29th, 2025 and will come via Reigning Phoenix Music. “This is Tokyo” is the title of the new track and here where you can watch... Continue Reading →
BURNING WITCHES announce European tour – Support: HAMMER KING
The witches call - and the king follows! In spring 2026, Swiss heavy metal sensation Burning Witches will embark on a major headlining tour through Europe. Under the banner of the Witches & Kings Tour 2026, the band will not only be bringing their new, eagerly awaited record to the stage, but also a very... Continue Reading →
Review SAXON “Eagles Over Hellfest”
The mighty Saxon performed at Hellfest 2024, and their set was recorded. The New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWoBHM) veterans presented a great summary of their impressive back catalog with 14 songs. The UK's pioneering heavy metal band has released several live albums throughout their career, and "Eagles Over Hellfest" is one of them... Continue Reading →
DIRKSCHNEIDER & THE OLD GANG release another blistering metal anthem: “Hellbreaker”
Dirkschneider And The Old Gang have released their third single and video, “Hellbreaker” - a thunderous, full-throttle anthem that delivers another fiery preview of their upcoming full-length album, “Babylon,” due out in October 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music. With "Hellbreaker", the band pulls no punches, catapulting us straight into true heavy metal! Brutal guitar riffs,... Continue Reading →








