My World of Music – est. 2013
The crushing weight of doom, the anarchic spirit of hardcore punk, the sheer force of thrash metal, and the raw aggression of grindcore—all of it can be experienced tonight at Gruenspan in Hamburg. Grindcore pioneers Napalm Death are currently on their “Campaign for Musical Destruction” tour, joined on the road by thrash metal veterans Whiplash,... Continue Reading →
Doom metal band Thronwhammer has announced a new album. Entitled "Slay | Kill | Erase", the band's latest studio album will be launched this year. The band will also embark on a tour in autumn 2026. Here are the dates: 01.10.2026 Berlin – Neue Zukunft02.10.2026 Hamburg – Bambi Galore03.10.2026 Oldenburg – MTS Records04.10.2026 Dresden –... Continue Reading →
Induction is a young and ambitious band whose roots go back to 2014. The band made their debut with a self-titled album in 2019, and two factors have helped them from this early stage. Firstly, Tim Hansen, son of Kai Hansen (Helloween), is in the band. As well as being a talented guitarist, his name... Continue Reading →
In 2021, a band called Fortress emerged in the midst of the pandemic, delivering a remarkable debut album. This album, which is entitled "Don't Spare the Wicked", is full of thunderous heavy metal. The band, headed by guitarist Fili Bibiano, received considerable attention in the metal community. With their second album, “Death Is Your Master”,... Continue Reading →
The thematic theme of Course of Fate's latest studio effort is reflected in the title of their third album, called "Beyond the Eclipse". This time, however, the band did not create a concept album. Nevertheless, a common lyrical approach runs through each of the songs. From start to finish, the album explores the interplay between... Continue Reading →
The artwork is reminiscent of Meliah Rage’s debut album, “Kill to Survive,” and the music of this release is also inspired by late '80s metal. Leatherhead is the band launching “Violent Horror Stories,” their second album after debuting with a self-titled release in 2024. Hailing from Greece, the five-piece band is inspired by the heavy... Continue Reading →
Spain has quite some good metal bands. Hailing from Barcelona, Wicked Leather is one of the bands representing metal from southern Europe. “Season of the Witch” is the title of their debut album, which contains eight songs. The title track introduces the album and immediately establishes the band's traditional heavy metal roots. The song has... Continue Reading →
Death Dealer is a band from California. This line-up came together in 2012 and is pretty much a supergroup. At least the band members have been around in the heavy metal scene for a while. Stu Marshall, Ross the Boss, Sean Peck, Steve Bolognese and Mike LePond are all experts when it comes to heavy... Continue Reading →
While the news of Megadeth's final album was perhaps not entirely unexpected, it was still shocking. Founded in 1983 by Dave Mustaine, the band is one of the pioneers of thrash metal. The band's career is now coming to an end, and they have released 16 albums, including classics like "Peace Sells…But Who's Buying", "Countdown... Continue Reading →
Black Label Society kicks off 2026 with "Engines of Demolition", their first studio album since 2021, out March 27, 2026. BLS’ heavy hitting newest single and video “Name In Blood” is streaming everywhere now and you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/u4C0g5gFr1Y?si=X8ruEZ11WkJMRyNk Zakk began writing "Engines of Demolition" in 2022 during his relentless Pantera Celebration World... Continue Reading →
Trailblazing metal collective Metal Allegiance has returned with their brooding new single, “Black Horizon”. Their first release of original music since 2018, the song features roaring opening riffs from guitarist Alex Skolnick (Testament) and vocalist William Duvall’s (Alice In Chains) ominous howls, painting an apocalyptic scene. Mark Menghi (King Ultramega) on bass and Mike Portnoy... Continue Reading →
Hamburg’s power metal pioneers Iron Savior return with their brand-new single "Relax", a crushing metal reinterpretation of the legendary 80s hit by Frankie Goes to Hollywood.Originally built on provocation and groove, “Relax” is reborn as a driving, riff-heavy anthem that turns restraint into raw energy. "Relax is one of my all time favorite non-metal song," Iron Savior... Continue Reading →
Gloryhammer will hit the road in October and November 2026 for their 5th Album Release Tour, bringing a new record and an updated live show to fans across the globe! This run marks the start of the band’s next phase, with a fresh production and a setlist built to hit as hard as an astral... Continue Reading →
Finland’s fiercest export Lost Society are thrilled to announce their return to the road with a blistering Spring 2026 UK & Europe Tour. Known for their explosive live performances and untamed stage presence, the band will once again unleash their signature intensity on audiences across the continent. Frontman Samy Elbanna comments: "Lost Society will be finally... Continue Reading →
You need neither encyclopedia nor satnav to enjoy the music of Bochum-based guitarist, composer and band mastermind Axel Rudi Pell. Because what applies to most successful musicians also goes for Pell: His songs are marked by his typical, unmistakable signature, a hybrid of powerful guitar riffs and catchy melodies, presented by a brilliant band consisting... Continue Reading →
