My World of Music – est. 2013
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 →
What better way to kick off an album called "Roar Like Thunder" than with a roaring thunder? That was exactly the thought that crossed Buckcherry's mind when they were deciding how to start their newest effort. Two years after launching "Vol. 10", the California-based rockers are taking the next step with "Roar Like Thunder". It... Continue Reading →
To celebrate the album's release, the band have released the 3rd single and video from the album for the track "The Remedy," a musical elixir composed of equal parts killer chorus, great groove, and huge hooks with the band strutting a bit of funk along the way. Ray Alder's introspective lyrics explore the intricacies of... Continue Reading →
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 →
Despite his involvement with black metal since 1992, Gaahl (aka Kristian Espedal) is the driving force behind the nascent group known as Gaahl's Wyrd, which is commemorating its tenth anniversary this year. The number of releases, however, is easy to keep track of. A few singles, an EP, and the debut album "GasiR – Ghosts... Continue Reading →
The metal powerhouse and one of Sweden's most successful bands - Sabaton (Joakim Brodén - vocals, Pär Sundström - bass, Chris Rörland - guitar, Thobbe Englund - guitar, Hannes Van Dahl - drums) - are back with their second single “Hordes Of Khan” including an epic video. The track is taken from their upcoming eleventh... Continue Reading →
The mighty Airbourne are back in the game! Today sees the release of “Gutsy”, their first new music in six years, a song bursting with attitude, basically Airbourne on steroids - “fired up & pissed off” and ready to conquer the world… “Get GUTSY, I die hard, you can't stop me once I start…” For... Continue Reading →
Following the announcement of their 15th studio album Borderland, Finnish metal icons Amorphis release the first single from their forthcoming opus today. "Light And Shadow," which can also be interpreted as a metaphor of the album title in the sense of counter-play between two parties close to each other, wins over listeners right away with... Continue Reading →
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 →
Gruesome's connection to the sound of death metal pioneers Death isn’t something new. With a stable lineup since 2014, Gruesome has released two albums related to the first and iconic Death albums. With "Silent Echoes", the band continues to pay tribute to the legacy of Chuck Schuldiner and the sound of Death. This time, Gruesome... Continue Reading →
Mille Petrozza is the guitarist, songwriter and singer of the thrash metal band Kreator, one of the most internationally influential metal bands, for over 40 years. The German band has sold millions of albums in its career since 1982 and most recently reached number 1 and 2 in the German charts with “Gods of Violence”... Continue Reading →
Founded in Stockholm, Sweden in 1991, Katatonia has been one of the most impactful metal bands for over 30 years. Starting as a death metal band, the Swedes' sound changed dramatically to a more progressive metal style that still embraces mighty riffs but also emphasizes layered music that highlights calmer moments. After being part of... Continue Reading →
I have followed Volbeat since their early days. Back in 2003, it was none other than frontman Michael Poulsen who sent me a demo CD called "Beat the Meat." Those days are over, as Volbeat has grown continuously and now ranks among the biggest names in rock and metal. After the first three albums, I... Continue Reading →
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