My World of Music – est. 2013
For 28 years now, German folk metal band Schandmaul have been bringing the magic of the Middle Ages together with the sound of the present. While their early days with Wahre Helden were still a relatively modest affair, the band steadily grew over the years. Several of their eleven albums have made it into the Top 10... Continue Reading →
The battle-hardened Gloryhammer expand their complex universe with a new single. “Warriors of Auchtermuchty” is set in the hometown of the main antagonist, Zargothrax, and focuses on the region’s eponymous warriors, who swear allegiance to the emperor. Driven by choirs and rousing melodies, Gloryhammer make the story even more thrilling and enhance this epic power... Continue Reading →
One of the bands that has made an impressive rise over the past few years is Villagers Of Ioannina City. It was back in 2019 that I first heard about the Greek band. Their Age of Aquarius album had just been released, and what came through the speakers was an intriguing mix of rock and metal with... Continue Reading →
Accept are without question among the pioneers of German heavy metal. Founded in 1971, the band has become a part of metal history. Starting with their self-titled debut and the follow-up I’m a Rebel, Accept gradually made their way into the hearts of the emerging heavy metal movement. Once the band found a lineup that... Continue Reading →
Bergen, Norway, is known for the colorful wooden houses along its harbor, seemingly endless rain, great rock music and plenty of crushing metal. When it comes to music, Bergen certainly has nothing to prove to the Norwegian capital, Oslo. One band that has made its mark on the city’s musical landscape is Audrey Horne. Toschie,... Continue Reading →
Time flies. It’s hard to believe that 36 years have already passed since Kamelot released their debut album. The veterans of symphonic metal got started at a time when grunge and nu metal were making their way into the charts. That didn’t stop Thomas Youngblood from going against the trends and starting a band with... Continue Reading →
Flotsam and Jetsam are one of those bands that delivered an exceptional debut, raised the bar with their second album, and, despite a few ups and downs along the way, never really disappoint. Doomsday for the Deceiver was their milestone debut, and with No Place for Disgrace followed a second record that took the band’s... Continue Reading →
Greek heavy rock torchbearers Villagers Of Ioannina City have unveiled an official music video for their monumental new single, “Venceremos”, the powerful title track of their forthcoming studio album, set for release on September 18, 2026 via Napalm Records. Standing at the emotional core of the record, “Venceremos” surges forward with dynamic shifts, crystal-clear vocal delivery and a commanding crescendo that masterfully... Continue Reading →
Far From God is the title of Moonspell's fourteenth studio album. Five years after the release of Hermitage, the Portuguese gothic metal pioneers return with a new collection of songs that continues their journey through the darker corners of heavy music. The new album remains firmly rooted in the band's trademark sound while leaning toward an even... Continue Reading →
Sevendust recently joined Alter Bridge on their European tour, which saw the band return to Germany for the first time in over 15 years, and fans of powerful alternative rock/metal can now look forward to a new album from the Atlanta-based band. Titled "One", Sevendust's 15th studio album features ten new songs. One amazing thing... Continue Reading →
Sevendust, the GRAMMY® Award-nominated US metal icons known as one of the most powerful live bands in modern metal, are returning to Europe and the United Kingdom! Following the release of their 15th studio album, "One", set to drop on May 1, 2026, via Napalm Records, the quintet is announcing their headlining tour for November... Continue Reading →
GRAMMY® Award-nominated U.S. metal icons Sevendust are releasing another preview of their 15th studio album, “One,” with the powerful new single “Threshold.” The album is set to be released on May 1, 2026, via Napalm Records. The band, consisting of Lajon Witherspoon (vocals), Clint Lowery (guitar), John Connolly (guitar), Vince Hornsby (bass), and Morgan Rose... Continue Reading →
Portuguese Gothic Metal pioneers Moonspell have released a music video for the first single and title track of their upcoming studio album “Far From God,” offering a first glimpse into what promises to be one of the band’s most defining offerings to date. “Far From God” will be released on July 3, 2026 via Napalm... Continue Reading →
While GRAMMY®-nominated metal icons Sevendust are currently touring Europe as support for Alter Bridge, the band has announced their 15th studio album: “One”, the eagerly awaited new work from Lajon Witherspoon (vocals), Clint Lowery (guitar), John Connolly (guitar), Vince Hornsby (bass), and Morgan Rose (drums), will be released on May 1 via Napalm Records. With... Continue Reading →
Alter Bridge has typically released their new album in October, following a pattern of about three years. While the latter is still ongoing, the new album is ready to be shipped to the record stores in January. The band's eighth album features twelve songs that embody the core principles of the Alter Bridge sound. Entitled... Continue Reading →
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