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Vomitory are one of the enduring pillars of Scandinavian death metal. Formed in 1989, the band released their ferocious debut album, “Raped in Their Own Blood”, in 1996. After two ground-breaking releases, they signed with Metal Blade Records, a significant step forward in their career, before ultimately disbanding in 2013.In 2018, founding members Urban and... Continue Reading →
New York death metal institution Immolation return with their new album, “Descent”, the band’s 12^(th) studio release and the follow-up to 2022’s “Act of God”. As with their previous work, Immolation deliver a relentlessly brutal record, which is immediately evident in the blistering opener, “These Vengeful Winds”. This track makes it clear that Immolation's intensity... Continue Reading →
With the “Love Will Bring You Home” Tour 2026, Kiefer Sutherland announces his return to European stages this coming spring. After a lengthy hiatus from touring due to extensive film projects, the internationally acclaimed actor and musician is set to perform live again—with a series of select headline shows in Germany. The tour will take... Continue Reading →
Metal Church are among the greats of heavy metal, with their early albums being true classics of powerful US metal. Following the release of “Congregation of Annihilation”, the future of this iconic band appeared uncertain. However, bandleader Kurdt Vanderhoof managed to breathe new life into the band. A big part of this revival comes down... Continue Reading →
If you glance at the cover artwork of “Hymns From the Hills,” you might expect a dungeon-and-dragons-inspired metal album, but that assumption would be misleading. Poison Ruïn, a punk rock band from Philadelphia, deliver something entirely different with their third full-length release. While the artwork may not reflect the album’s sound, it plays an essential... Continue Reading →
Munich’s Keep It Low Festival is back in full force for 2026, and the line-up keeps getting heavier. Set for October 9th and 10th at Backstage Munich, Germany, the festival once again brings together a stacked bill of fuzz, doom and psychedelic rock, built for loud amps and long nights! New additions include Norway’s breakout... Continue Reading →
German rock ‘n’ roll powerhouse Hardbone is back! Almost exactly six years after their last release, the band returns with their brand-new single “Four To The Floor,” offering a first taste of their upcoming studio album, set to be released in September via Massacre Records. Driven by raw energy and an uncompromising attitude, “Four To... Continue Reading →
Sweden’s leading recycling initiative Pantamera proudly announces Finnish hard rock legends Lordi as the official spokesband for its 2026 national recycling campaign. Launching on April 2, 2026, the campaign arrives alongside a brand-new LordI single and video titled “Pantamera (PAN-TAH-MEH-RAH!)”. Famous for their monster personas, theatrical stagecraft, and Eurovision-winning legacy, Lordi now turn their attention... Continue Reading →
Michael Sweet is best known as the frontman and singer of Stryper. With “The Master Plan”, Sweet launches a new solo album that is not rooted in metal. Instead, “The Master Plan” is a rock album that mainly features acoustic moments. It is a spiritual and personal album that Sweet has wanted to make for... Continue Reading →
The first time I heard - and saw - Grade 2 was when the band toured with the mighty Social Distortion. That was back in 2022, and the trio's performance at Barclays Arena was impressive, as they unleashed a tremendous amount of energy. Four years later, the Isle of Wight band returns with "Talk About... Continue Reading →
Iron Savior revisits the '80s, but not when it comes to rock and metal. Piet Sielck and his bandmates have interpreted some of the most successful pop songs from a very colourful era. Prior to the album launch, some of the single releases showed that the endeavour is actually quite successful. The idea for the... Continue Reading →
Midnatt hail from Sweden, though the exact date of the band’s formation hasn’t been widely documented. What we do know is that their first EP arrived in 2022—and now, in a milestone moment for the Värmland-based quartet, they unveil their debut full-length album, “Skräckfylld Förtjusning” (“Terrifying Enchantment”). As the title anticipated, the album is performed... Continue Reading →
Bush are returning to Germany! In addition to performances at Rock Am Ring and Rock Im Park, the British rock icons led by singer Gavin Rossdale will play four newly announced headline concerts across the country in June. Ticket presales begin on April 2. June 5, 2026 – Nürburg, Rock Am RingJune 6, 2026 –... Continue Reading →
Norwegian progressive rock outfit Green Carnation launched their ambitious trilogy “A Dark Poem” in 2025 with the release of its first chapter. Following “A Dark Poem Part I: The Shores of Melancholia,” the band now unveils the second installment of this journey, set to arrive this March. Comprised of six tracks, “A Dark Poem Part... Continue Reading →
First and foremost, words are a fundamentally rational means of expression. On their own, they rarely evoke deep emotions or feelings. Their true power unfolds when they are combined and even more so through articulation. It is the voice, the melody, and the dynamics of delivery that ultimately create emotional impact. With this in mind,... Continue Reading →
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