My World of Music – est. 2013
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 →
It’s already been a while since Dutch metal force For I Am King launched with “Crown” a new album. It was in 2023 when the third longplayer hit the shelves and it will be in 2025 when the band will come to Germany for three shows. Hannover, Dresden and Hamburg are in the travel plan... Continue Reading →
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 →
Alongside Helsinki, Jyväskylä is one of the Finnish metropolises when it comes to rock and metal. Leverage is a band from here that follows a more traditional direction, unlike bands like Swallow the Sun, who follow the darker aspects of metal. Founded in 2002, the band has put out five albums, with "Above the Beyond"... Continue Reading →
I first noticed Malevolence back in 2023. This was when the band opened for Heaven Shall Burn. One year later, they went on tour with While She Sleeps and 2025 is the year their new studio album will be released. Malevolence formed in 2010 in Sheffield, England, and unleashed their debut album, "Reign of Suffering",... Continue Reading →
Hailing from San Francisco, California, Fallujah are one of the spearhead progressive death metal bands. After launching their debut album, “The Harvest Wombs”, in 2011, the band is now showcasing their sixth musical approach with “Xenotaph”. The four-piece has undergone another period of lineup changes, with Scott Carstairs being the constant factor. Bassist Evan Brewer... Continue Reading →
It's been a while since new material from Polish metal forerunners Vader delighted fans. In 2020, Vader released "Solitude in Madness," and after a couple of live albums, the band returns with an EP called "Humanihility." Vader is launching new songs, and Mauser is returning to the band. The new EP features three songs and... Continue Reading →
Airbourne have just released their first single in six years last Friday with the smash hit “Gutsy” and played two brilliant shows at Rock am Ring and Rock im Park when there's more news from the Australian rockers: Airbourne will be returning to German stages in spring 2026 - with full force and plenty of... Continue Reading →
The UK rock band Inglorious formed in 2015 and has been busy ever since. After dropping their self-titled debut album in 2016, they released a few more, and "V" is, not surprising, their fifth studio album, not counting the release of a longplayer with cover versions of popular songs, "Heroine." Now, let's focus on "V,"... Continue Reading →
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 →
Metallica have l the re-release of their five-times platinum sixth studio album “Load”, which will be released on June 13 via the band's own Blackened Recordings label. Remastered by Reuben Cohen at Lurssen Mastering under the supervision of Greg Fidelman, the “Load Remastered Limited Edition Deluxe Box Set” is now available and full details of... Continue Reading →
Hailing from Paderborn, Germany, Nightbearer is one of the country's rising death metal bands. Founded in 2017, the band released an EP called "Stories from Beyond" in 2018, followed by the debut album "Tales of Sorcery and Death" the next year. With "Defiance", the five-piece band unveils their latest effort, marking a significant step in... Continue Reading →
Two years after launching their debut album, the Norwegian prog rock band Avkrvst is releasing their second album. "Waving at the Sky" is a continuation of the band's journey through the world of layered music with its twists and turns. The band emerged from seemingly nowhere and delivered a remarkable debut. With "Waving at the... Continue Reading →
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 →
Are you looking for trouble? Usually, certainly not, but you might make an exception in this case. "Lookin' for Trouble" is the title of the new album by The Dead Daisies, which features ten blistering rock songs. As we have come to expect from the band, each album is a treat for blues and rock... Continue Reading →
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