My World of Music – est. 2013
Even after more than twenty years together, rockers Alter Bridge show no signs of fatigue. Celebrated by critics and fans for their catchy riffs, dueling guitar attacks and infectious vocal melodies, the quartet consisting of frontman Myles Kennedy, guitarist Mark Tremonti, bassist Brian Marshall and drummer Scott Phillips are set to continue the trend with... Continue Reading →
Starlit Pyre is a relatively new band. The French five-piece band was founded in 2024 and released their first EP. Titled "Veins of Sulfur", this four-track release sees the band draw inspiration from both Gothenburg. Starlit Pyre are clearly inspired by the melodic death metal that originated in the second largest city in Sweden. Bands... Continue Reading →
So, the DeLorean's right there at the front door, and we hop in to take a trip back in time, you know? We type in June 1972, June 30th to be precise. We step on the gas and, after a short journey, when the door opens, we find ourselves standing in the middle of the... Continue Reading →
Amorphis have released their new single ‘Bones,’ a powerful preview of their upcoming album ‘Borderland’, set for release on September 26, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music. In contrast to the album’s first single, ‘Light and Shadow,’ which showcased a more uplifting tone, ‘Bones’ dives into darker, heavier territory. Emerging from the mythical depths of Finland’s... Continue Reading →
Being able to play the guitar is one thing, but combining that skill with great songwriting ability and a stunning voice is another ball game entirely. One artist who embodies this is Joe Bonamassa. The rock and blues virtuoso doesn’t need much of an introduction, as he has been a renowned musician for many years.... Continue Reading →
Rockharz 2025 is history. While the festival site is slowly being transformed back into an airfield, the anticipation for 2026 is already growing. The huge demand once again exceeded all expectations and underlines the festival's firm place in the European metal scene. Thousands of fans have once again shown what makes the Rockharz community so... Continue Reading →
"Nothing stops them, no matter how much we sometimes want it to. No photo brings them back. We are all just universal seconds. Brief sparks in an eternal tail. How brightly do you flash briefly? Don't touch the clock!" - Rantanplan Rantanplan release another foretaste of their new album “Blast Off NY”, which will be... Continue Reading →
I guess I’m not the only one whose first connection with Diamond Head's music was through Metallica's cover of 'Am I Evil', which directed the spotlight onto the UK metal pioneers. It still took me a while to explore Diamond Head's music further, but I became truly attached to it when they supported Saxon on... Continue Reading →
The Swedish death metal band Entrails will release their eighth album, 'Grip of Ancient Evil', which shows a productive approach for a band founded in 1990 and premiered in 2010. Since then, however, Entrails have continued to follow their creative flow, which is still ongoing, resulting in eleven new songs being added to the tracklist... Continue Reading →
After setting the tone with ‘It Takes Two To Tango’, ‘Time To Listen’ and ‘Hellbreaker’, Dirkschneider & The Old Gang (DATOG) unveil their most heartfelt release yet: ‘Strangers In Paradise’. ‘Strangers In Paradise’ is a true goosebump-inducing rock ballad that gets under your skin - an extraordinary song in every respect. Manuela’s soulful voice opens... Continue Reading →
Just in time before they embark on a tour with Volbeat, Bush have launched a new album. 'I Beat Loneliness' is the title of the British alternative rockers' tenth album. It was back in the '90s that the London-based band released their debut album, 'Sixteen Stone', which was a stunning first success for this young... Continue Reading →
Brunhilde is an unusual name for a rock band, but it may well be the thing that puts the German powerhouse on the map. The band was formed in 2013 by singer Carolin Loy and Kurt Bauereiss. Returning to the band name: Brunhilde is actually a female surname, but this is not why the band... Continue Reading →
Enter Shikari has been on a longer tour called 'A Kiss for the Whole World: UK & EU 2024' in early 2024. The road trip included a show in Hamburg (see live report), as well as a concert at the OVO Arena Wembley in London. London, UK. The latter was recorded and will be released... Continue Reading →
In a way, it feels like Wytch Hazel has been around for ages, and 14 years is a long time. However, it feels like the guys have been in business much longer, which might be based on their music. Wytch Hazel's musical inspiration can be found in the early days of the New Wave of... Continue Reading →
Hailing from Trollhättan, Sweden, Lord Belial is one of the pioneering bands in the Swedish black metal scene. Founded in 1992, the band premiered in 1995, marking the beginning of an on-and-off setup. Lord Belial has disbanded three times, but always found common ground to continue their blackened metal journey. Their latest reunion was in... Continue Reading →
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