My World of Music – est. 2013
US metal legends Metal Church are back with a newly formed lineup and an energetic new single that embodies the sound that has defined the band for four decades. The new lineup brings together founding member Kurdt Vanderhoof and longtime guitarist Rick Van Zandt with bass icon David Ellefson, exceptional drummer Ken Mary, and powerful... Continue Reading →
“Ensomme Jul” (Lonely Christmas) shines a light on the darker sides of the holiday season — loneliness, longing, and broken family relations. Many people have no one to celebrate with and spend the biggest holidays alone, in a time when happiness and togetherness are almost expected of everyone. This song is for all of them... Continue Reading →
Today, Jethro Tull launch a new remastered reissue of “Aqualung Live. Originally released in 2005, “Aqualung Live” documents a live studio performance of their classic “Aqualung” album in full, played by the line-up of Ian Anderson, Martin Barre, Doane Perry, Andrew Giddings & Jonathan Noyce. Recorded in 2004 as part of Sirius XM’s “Then Again... Continue Reading →
Melodic rock veterans Treat, from Sweden, are back with a new album, called "The Wild Card." After successfully riding the melodic rock wave in the '80s with albums like "Dreamhunter," the band disbanded in 1993. Thirteen years later, the guys found common ground again, leading to a reunion in 2006 and a surprisingly good new... Continue Reading →
Danko Jones made their debut in 2002 with the album “Born a Lion” and it was clear from that moment on that we were listening to a musician who embodies the spirit of rock. The Canadian singer and guitarist found a long-term collaborator in John Calabrese, and with Rich Knox on drums since 2011, the... Continue Reading →
Spock’s Beard launched “Noise Floor” in 2018, their latest studio album, and it took seven long years before the band returned with “The Archaeoptimist”. The band features three longtime members — Alan Morse, Dave Meros and Ryo Okumoto — who form the core of Spock’s Beard together with Ted Leonard, who joined in 2011. The... Continue Reading →
It’s mid-November. The darker season of the year is in full swing, and Christmas is just around the corner. The time is right for Tarja to continue her Christmas-themed musical journey with an album called “Score for a Dark Christmas.” The album will be released on December 5, 2025, via earMUSIC and it connects to... Continue Reading →
Two years after launching “Tether”, Of Mice And Men have delivered their latest studio effort, “Another Miracle”, which is the band’s first record to be released via Century Media. The first song the band launched was the title track. A massive metalcore smasher, built on a throbbing beat and huge riffs, as well as Aaron... Continue Reading →
Founded in 1987, Mezzrow premiered in 1990 with “Then Came the Killing” and are set to release their third album in 2025. The Swedish thrash metal band had a rather short first era, ending in 1993 and almost three decades later, the band returned with their sophomore album, “Summon Thy Demons”, in 2023. The second... Continue Reading →
Tonight, I’m exploring a new venue. The Georg Elser Halle in Hamburg opened earlier this year, and this is my first visit to the venue. Part of the historic Flakbunker building, which has become a popular destination thanks to its additional levels, roof garden and hotel, the Georg Elser Halle is located there too, named... Continue Reading →
"No Life ‘Til Leather: A Tribute to Metallica’s Kill ‘Em All" is a stunning tribute album that makes perfect sense. Firstly, Metallica’s debut album revolutionised heavy metal with its raw, electrifying energy. The metal pioneers spearheaded the Bay Area thrash metal scene and influenced numerous bands. As well as the importance of the album itself,... Continue Reading →
When it comes to progressive metal, Dream Theater is one of the most impressive bands. They are icons of the genre, having been around for a while under the name Majesty in the second half of the '80s, which put them on the metalheads' radar. Their big breakthrough came with the debut album “When Dream... Continue Reading →
The countdown to the release of Megadeth’s final studio album continues with “I Don’t Care” their latest single and video out today (November 14). The uncompromising metal titans teamed with director Keith J Leman for the video which mashes scenes of skate culture with dynamic band performance footage. Megadeth leader Dave Mustaine says about the... Continue Reading →
Music is at its best when it’s authentic, which it is when the artists enjoy their work and are guided by an inner passion. This freedom is often present at the beginning of a career, but also when an artist or band no longer has anything to prove. Rock veterans Cheap Trick belong to the... Continue Reading →
German punk rock band Sondaschule will be on the road in December 2025 with one show, the guys will play at Alsterdorfer Sporthalle on December 19, 2025. Here are all tour dates: 19.11.2025 Zürich, Dynamo21.11.2025 Wien, Arena28.11.2025 Berlin, Columbiahalle29.11.2025 Hannover, Swiss Life Hall11.12.2025 Stuttgart, Im Wizemann12.12.2025 Wiesbaden, Schlachthof (sold out)13.12.2025 Düsseldorf, Mitsubishi-Electric-Halle19.12.2025 Hamburg, Sporthalle20.12.2025 Leipzig,... Continue Reading →
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