Downset belong to the pioneers of a rap/hardcore blend that gained momentum in the ‘90s. Their first two longplayers are stellar releases with songs like ‘Anger’, being a real hymn, penned by the band. After having signed with Nuclear Blast, Downset announce a new album. ‘Maintain’ is their first album in eight years and ‘The... Continue Reading →
AFTER FOREVER celebrate anniversary of their self-titled 2007 release
After Forever was the springboard for a few musician towards a future career in rock and metal. Mark Jansen (Epica) was a band member as well as singer Floor Jansen, who later joined Nightwish and is currently part of the German TV-show ‘Sing mein Song’ (‘Sing My Song’). 15 years ago, After Forever unleashed a... Continue Reading →
Review WATAIN ‘The Agony and Ecstasy of Watain’
Heavy metal stands, amongst other things, for a rebellious spirit and provocation. A band that lives up to these attributes in excellent fashion is Watain. The Swedish black metal powerhouse has started their diabolic journey in 1997 in the greater Stockholm area and has a fanbase all around the globe. As often, the third album... Continue Reading →
MACHINE HEAD announce new album and launch a first song
Westcoast metal veterans Machine Head announced their next musical strike. The upcoming album is entitled ‘ØF KINGDØM AND CRØWN‘ and will be released on August 26th, 2022 via Nuclear Blast. The record is a 13 track concept album with the following tracklist: 1. SLAUGHTER THE MARTYR2. CHØKE ØN THE ASHES ØF YØUR HATE3. BECØME THE FIRESTØRM4. ØVERDØSE5. MY HANDS ARE... Continue Reading →
MUNICIPAL WASTE announce a new album
Thrash metal squad Municipal Waste announce a new album: 'Electrified Brain' is the title of their newest effort, an album that will be released on July 1st, 2022. “We’re not writing any love ballads to sell records,” affirms vocalist Tony Foresta. “We’re just doing what we’ve always done since the band started—and that’s try to write... Continue Reading →
LAMB OF GOD covers ‘Wake Up Dead’
‘Wake Up Dead’ is a classic from Megadeth’s legendary ‘Peace Sells … But Who’s Buying’ album. Now, Lamb Of God covered the song, together with Dave Mustaine and the members of Megadeth. And here is the link to the classic: https://youtu.be/GkoYsXDvL8s Photo: Travis Shinn
Review THE HELLACOPTERS ‘Eyes of Oblivion’
The Hives, Backyard Babies and The Hellacopters, these bands are veterans when it comes to hard rocking music hailing from Sweden. Each of these groups had and has an influence on the sound of Swedish rock music, being an inspirational source for many young bands. The Hellacopters had their heydays in the second half of... Continue Reading →
BLIES PILLS announce summer tour dates
Some tour/concerts might be cancelled or postponed due to the current pandemic. For latest information, please check the websites of venues, bands and promoters.
THE HELLACOPTERS launch ‘So Sorry I Could Die’
The Hellacopters launched a new song, taken from the upcoming album ‘Eyes of Oblivion’. The slowly pounding ‘So Sorry I Could Die’ is an excellent example of blending the spirit of rock with emotional impactful sounds. Not to forget the piano that plays an important role in this bluesy ballad. ‘Eyes of Oblivion’ will be... Continue Reading →
EXODUS announce ‘Persona Non Grata’ European Tour 2022
Thrash metal icons Exodus announced European tour dates for summer 2022.









