My World of Music – est. 2013
"Fires on the Mountainside" is the second album from American metal band Fer De Lance. The band first gained attention in 2022 with the release of their debut album, “The Hyperborean” . In 2025, the band built on the buzz around their debut album and shipped “Fires on the Mountainside” to record stores. The four-piece... Continue Reading →
Ashes Of Ares was founded in Newburgh, New York in 2012 by two well-known musicians. Former Iced Earth singer Matt Barlow and Freddie Vidales (also formerly of Iced Earth) started the band, which released a self-titled debut album in 2013. Following “Wall of Souls” and “Emperors and Fools”, the band launched two more records, and... Continue Reading →
With “Trouble Coming”, released on July 17 via earMUSIC / Verycords, French rock singer and songwriter Laura Cox shows a calmer, more reflective side. Known for her energetic guitar riffs and explosive stage presence, Cox deliberately toned things down here - instead letting atmosphere, restraint and emotional depth do the talking. Carried by a hypnotic,... Continue Reading →
On September 19, 2025, TRON: Ares (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), full of new original music by Nine Inch Nals, will be released via Interscope Records. Composed for the third part of the groundbreaking TRON film franchise, TRON: Ares is one of the most impressive Nine Inch Nails albums ever - a menacingly vibrant work full... Continue Reading →
Founded in 2005, Five Finger Death Punch (FFDP) are celebrating their 20th anniversary this year. With nine studio albums under their belt, the multi-platinum Las Vegas metallers are among the most commercially successful bands of the 2000s. To pay tribute to such a long period of musical success, FFDP has decided to launch a compilation... Continue Reading →
It took Motorjesus a little longer than expected to get started on their newest album, “Streets of Fire”, which faced a delayed release due to technical production issues. Originally scheduled for release in June, the album is now hitting the shelves in July, and it seems that it was worth the wait. With the tank... 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 →
Six-time platinum and eight-time gold award-winning Finnish rock band The Rasmus release their new single 'Love Is A Bitch' today via Better Noise Music and Playground Music. In this sarcastic song about relationships, they skillfully combine catchy modern pop elements with stadium-ready guitar riffs in a subversive way. "This song was always a wildcard," says singer Ylönen. "It... 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 →
"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 →
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 →
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