My World of Music – est. 2013
Dave Hause, a singer and guitarist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is launching a new album called "…and the Mermaid." I haven't had House on my musical radar, although the latest effort is already his seventh solo album. Hause has a rich musical history, with roots in rock, punk, and metal. He later moved towards singer/songwriter songs,... Continue Reading →
Sondaschule was formed in 1999 and has become one of the most influential German ska punk bands. Sondaschule is the brainchild of founders Marc Böhle and Mirko Klautmann (the latter still being on board), and the debut album was the springboard for the guys, as it created some solid attention, which led to "Schön kaputt"... Continue Reading →
Kreator are releasing their new single “Seven Serpents” today, along with a spectacular music video, announcing their new studio album “Krushers Of The World,” which will be released on January 16, 2026, via Nuclear Blast. Starting in March, the thrash metal legends will be on a major European tour, which will take them to Essen,... Continue Reading →
Last week it was Igorrr; this week, Revocation. The flow of releases from technically advanced extreme metal bands shows no sign of stopping. Revocation's latest effort is titled “New Gods, New Masters” and features nine new songs. Driven by Dave Davidson, the new album features complex songs that demand a lot from listeners, while simultaneously... Continue Reading →
The German metal band Sceptor was founded in southwestern Germany in 2009 and released a debut album called "Take Command!" in 2012. Apparently, there wasn’t enough command to maintain the band's career, as it ended in 2014. Five years later, Sceptor reunited and released a second album, “Rise of the Light.” However, with frontman Bob... Continue Reading →
It's time for a horror show tonight! Although Halloween is still a few weeks away, some monsters are arriving in Hamburg tonight. Finnish hard rockers Lordi are starting the second leg of their “2nd Deadication” tour at Grünspan in Hamburg. Joining them on the road and on stage are two German bands: Null Positiv and... Continue Reading →
"Portals" is the sixth album from the Icelandic rock band The Vintage Caravan. The band's name suggests that the trio is into 70s-inspired rock. A certain retro charm resonates with each of the band's records, and the newest effort is no exception. While The Vintage Caravan has classic rock roots, the band also adds a... Continue Reading →
In the early '90s, a Finnish band embarked on a journey through heavy metal, a trip that is still ongoing. We're talking about Amorphis, and the fact that the band has been around for 35 years isn't the only impressive thing about them. Their consistent line-up has allowed them to refine their musical vision and... Continue Reading →
The announcement of a new Paradox album is always an exciting moment, as the band has released several excellent metal records. It all started in 1987 when Paradox debuted with the stunning album "Product of Imagination." At the time, the band was sometimes considered the German equivalent of bands like Metallica, and their momentum continued... Continue Reading →
When it comes to heavy metal from Germany, Rage belongs to the real veterans. What started as Avenger in 1983 turned into Rage in 1986, and it was apparent from the release of their debut that Peavy and his bandmates had the potential for a long-term career. Rage is an extremely productive band, as evidenced... Continue Reading →
Punk has always been associated with a rebellious spirit and a nonconformist attitude. Punk rock has been the musical outlet for this mindset, and the movement has also had a strong political dimension. ZSK carries this mindset into the present, and their newest album, "Feuer & Papier," embodies it. The Berlin-based polit-punks' eighth record features... Continue Reading →
"Hellhammer" is the title of the new album from the Argentinian metal band Feanor. The band formed in 1996 and has released four full-length albums to date. With "Hellhammer, " the Buenos Aires–based metal squad has their next album ready to hit the shelves. Four years after launching Power of the Chosen One, the power... Continue Reading →
The progressive and experimental sound of Igorrr is what the band is known for. It is the brainchild of French multi-instrumentalist Gautier Serre, who founded the group twenty years ago. Four albums have already been released, and the newest, “Amen, ” is now available. This new album marks a shift in focus from a one-man... Continue Reading →
Royal Republic are back with the third single from their Blastbeaters series: “Stayin' Alive,” a rock version of the legendary disco hit by the Bee Gees. After “Venus” (Shocking Blue) and “I'm So Excited” (The Pointer Sisters), the four Swedes now tackle the ultimate survival anthem – but without falsetto, instead with lots of guitar... Continue Reading →
White Lion was a mega-selling band in the '80s, and songs like "Fight to Survive" and "Pride" are hard rock classics. Who could forget the 1989 release, “Big Game”?! The combination of guitarist and singer was often a band's most important element. In this case, it was the six-string master, Vito Bratta, and the Danish... Continue Reading →
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