My World of Music – est. 2013
The sun is blazing outside, temperatures are pushing close to 40 degrees Celsius, and the smartest move is to close the blinds and keep the heat at bay. In the resulting darkness, however, another kind of chill awaits - Warning and their latest album, Rituals of Shame. The record marks the third full-length release in the... Continue Reading →
Boston-based Junius have long been a respected name in the post-metal scene. Formed in 2003, the band released their debut album, The Martyrdom of a Catastrophist, in 2009 and quickly established a reputation for crafting atmospheric and emotionally charged music. Following the release of Eternal Rituals for the Accretion of Light in 2017, fans had to wait almost... Continue Reading →
Today, we're taking a closer look at Milli Pilli, Muffi Puffi, Riffi Raffi, Komppi Momppi, and Mr. Heavysaurus. Together, these larger-than-life dinosaur and dragon characters make up Heavysaurus, a band with a simple but ambitious mission: introducing the next generation to the world of heavy metal. The story of Heavysaurus began in 2009 when Thunderstone... Continue Reading →
Masterplan was originally the brainchild of guitarist Roland Grapow and drummer Uli Kusch. What began as a side project alongside their work with Helloween soon became their main focus after the two musicians parted ways with the legendary German power metal band. The band's debut album arrived in 2003, launching a successful career that produced... Continue Reading →
In the mid- to late 1980s, Whitesnake exploded from a popular British hard rock band into a worldwide phenomenon, becoming one of the decade's most successful rock acts. This fall, Craft Recordings revisits that landmark period with vinyl reissues of Slide It In (1984), Whitesnake (1987)1, and Slip of the Tongue (1989). Powered by hits including “Here I Go Again,” “Is... Continue Reading →
Some North American readers of MHMB who were already into rock music during the 1990s may remember Germany’s Fury In The Slaughterhouse. The band enjoyed a measure of international success with songs such as “Radio Orchid” and the acclaimed Mono album. Beyond their achievements in the United States and the UK, the Hannover-based outfit has long been... Continue Reading →
Introducing Deep Purple is like carrying coals to Newcastle. Few bands have left such an indelible mark on rock music as the legendary outfit from London, England. With timeless classics such as “Smoke on the Water” firmly embedded in rock history, Deep Purple have earned their place among the genre’s true giants. Nearly six decades... Continue Reading →
It was two years ago that I first heard of Dead Pioneers, almost by accident. Gregg Deal and his bandmates had just released their self-titled debut album, and what came through the speakers was a rebellious fusion of punk rock, spoken word, and raw attitude. At the time, the band was still relatively unknown, but... Continue Reading →
The acclaimed rock band John Diva & The Rockets Of Love released their new single “S.M.I.L.E.” today, along with an official visualizer—a preview of their upcoming album Your Favorite Drug, which will be released on October 16, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/EdIT6NawzhI?si=ARdBi6hDqEZx5AbJ The band comments: “Summer starts now—and John Diva calls for ‘Good... Continue Reading →
This year, Zebrahead is celebrating its impressive 30th anniversary. Just in time for the occasion, the California punk institution is returning in November and December for a major tour through Germany. Even after three decades, the world is still listening to them just as eagerly as ever. Under the banner “DRUNK AND SH*TTY IN EVERY... Continue Reading →
Deep Purple are releasing their new single, “Guilt Trippin’,” today—just a few days before the worldwide release of their new studio album, SPLAT!, on July 3. What begins with a deceptively gentle piano intro develops into one of the most unpredictable and rousing moments on SPLAT!—and one of Ian Gillan’s most impressive vocal performances on the album. Behind... Continue Reading →
With “Fresse Auf!”, Alarmsignal delivers a furious and defiant track that doesn’t beat around the bush. Driven by direct language and an uncompromising attitude, the track takes aim at indifference, injustice, and right-wing populism. Steff explains: “To leave enough room for our own interpretation, we like to sing between the lines sometimes. But there are days... Continue Reading →
In tribute to Chris Cornell, King Ultramega presents a high octane interpretation of Soundgarden's "Loud Love" joined by Lzzy Hale (Halestorm) leading on vocals, Alex Skolnick (Testament / Metal Allegiance) on guitars and drum performance by Dave Krusen (Pearl Jam). King Ultramega are raising funds and awareness for MusiCares, the Recording Academy’s nonprofit that provides... Continue Reading →
The Pretty Reckless are back with a brand-new album. Titled “Dear God”, the band's latest studio effort features 14 tracks and further cements their place among the leading names in modern hard rock. Founded in 2009 by singer Taylor Momsen, The Pretty Reckless quickly established a distinctive identity built on powerful songwriting, dark atmospheres, and... Continue Reading →
One thing is clear: L.A. Guns, whose legend began over four decades ago on the Sunset Strip, are among the most influential bands in the realm of glam, hard rock, and hairspray. Countless bands have modeled their sound and stage presence after them; to this day, they remain one of the central bands of a... Continue Reading →
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