My World of Music – est. 2013
The Eternal might not be very well known, but it's a band worth paying attention to. The band originated in Melbourne, Australia. Founded in 2004, the outfit has been around for more than two decades and has released seven albums, the latest of which is the 2024 release, “Skinwalker". “Skinwalker” opened the door for The... Continue Reading →
Quantity and quality — both are present on “Tempelschlaf", the new album from The Ruins Of Beverast. “Tempelschlaf” is the seventh album from Alexander von Meilenwald, the mastermind behind The Ruins Of Beverast. Nearly five years after releasing “The Thule Grimoires,” Meilenwald presents seven new songs that continue the journey through dark sounds and sonic... Continue Reading →
The American rock band Survivor had its breakthrough with its third album, “Eye of the Tiger.” The band's rise to fame in the early '80s was fueled by the popularity of the pounding title track from the Rocky III movie. It was the peak for a band that also had to go through some struggles... Continue Reading →
The Oakland-based band Lionheart has an interesting approach to album titles. The Californian hardcore band transformed the “Welcome to the West Coast” EP into a trilogy, and another album that defines the sound of Lionheart is “Valley of Death.” We can also expect a next chapter here. Lionheart has finished work on “Valley of Death... Continue Reading →
The Big One! The iconic ZZ Top will be returning to Germany after two years! The “Little Ol' Band from Texas” is one of the most famous and legendary rock bands of all time. With their unmistakable blend of blues, boogie, and rock, ZZ Top thrills fans around the world. Now, the trio of Billy... Continue Reading →
Scandinavian rock legends Gluecifer are on tour with their new album, “Same Drug, New High.” They will perform six exclusive shows in Germany in February and March of 2026, in Cologne, Frankfurt, Karlsruhe, Munich, Hamburg, and Berlin. “Rock ‘n’ roll never died, it just passed out in the corner” (Rick Sims, The Didjits) — rarely... Continue Reading →
It's impressive that the German fun metal band J.B.O. has been around since 1989. It's also a fact that their albums regularly enter the German charts, and that's not something that can be denied. So, there must be a very solid and established fanbase while J.B.O. belong to the bands you either love or ignore,... Continue Reading →
More than a couple of years ago, the Swedish metal band Bullet released their latest studio album. In 2018, the Växjö-based band turned "Dust into Gold," and there was basically radio silence afterwards. Although Växjö isn't part of a Swedish metropolis, it boasts a vibrant musical scene. For example, the city is the home of... Continue Reading →
Swiss metalcore group Paleface Swiss is one of the bands that is on an amazing surge. Founded in 2017, the Zurich-based quartet premiered in 2020 with an album called “Chapter 3: The Last Selection.” The band's third release, the 2025 album Cursed, was a push for increased awareness. After touring Europe, North America, and Australia,... Continue Reading →
Graz, Austria, is a vibrant city, but it has a dark side, too. It is the hometown of L.G., who started Ellende, a one-man project, in 2011. It was the self-titled longplayer that paved the way for Ellende, serving as a springboard for the band to sign a deal with AOP Records, together with “Todbringer”.... Continue Reading →
Wildhunt is a band coming from Austria. The band was founded in 2011 and released their debut album, entitled "Descending," in 2016. Since then, they have not released any new music, except for a single and a split release. Ten years after debuting, Wildhunt is returning with their second album. “Aletheia” will hit the shelves... Continue Reading →
You need neither encyclopedia nor satnav to enjoy the music of Bochum-based guitarist, composer and band mastermind Axel Rudi Pell. Because what applies to most successful musicians also goes for Pell: His songs are marked by his typical, unmistakable signature, a hybrid of powerful guitar riffs and catchy melodies, presented by a brilliant band consisting... Continue Reading →
A punk rock package is currently rolling through Germany. Ska punk veterans Sondaschule are touring with the Swabian punk band Itchy. Both bands will perform tonight at the Alsterdorfer Sporthalle in Hamburg, ensuring that everyone will momentarily forget about the Christmas buzz. Itchy kick off this evening of high-octane punk rock. The trio hit the... Continue Reading →
Scottish singer-songwriter Amy Macdonald will tour with her new album, "Is This What You've Been Waiting For?", in February. The tour is almost completely sold out. These six concerts in Germany will be followed by more dates in August 2026 and two additional shows have now been confirmed in Landshut and Zwickau. 08.02.2026 München -... Continue Reading →
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