Change is good according to vocalist and main songwriter Tony Kakko of Finnish power metal act Sonata Arctica – and who am I to disagree? Sure many miss the early days of the band when they were off Read more […]
Legacy starts based on setting proper standards early on and then building upon them. In the case of Sweden progressive metal act Evergrey, they made an indelible impression right out of the gate in 1998 Read more […]
Unless you live under a rock or sans internet access, most of the metal world knows of at least one (or more) members from Charred Walls of the Damned. Vocalist Tim Owens took over for Rob Halford in Judas Read more […]
“I don’t mind what people categorize us as, really. It’s true there are a lot of different elements going on which is why we’ve been called so many different things over the years. We just call it ‘heavy Read more […]
While most of the world reveres the Bay Area for its thrash development that will go down in the annals of metal history, lurking around all that time would be a power metal band that happened to play Read more […]
Savatage, Crimson Glory, and Iced Earth are three bands who started in Florida. A state more well known for its death metal output during its incarnation, there’s always been an underlying traditional/power Read more […]
Another month down the tubes, so to speak. Time once again, going into that slope of less daylight per day, prepping us for some added time to sit inside. Or hit every possible concert in the vicinity, Read more […]
Doom metal and stoner rock seem to go hand in hand with the New England scene. There’s something about the blue-collar ethics and four distinct seasons that produce brilliant bands through the years, Read more […]
In the metal realm, we try our best to make everything a “supergroup.” For some reason, it seems to make the idea of an album just a little more impressive. But the term has been so overused that Read more […]
Tying one’s lyrical approach to a geographical locale is nothing new in metal. We’ve been seeing it for years from our friendly neighbors in Scandinavia. It speaks to cultural pride, provincial richness, Read more […]
Witnessing a show from East Longmeadow, Massachusetts power metal band Thunderforge is a sight rarely seeing on a local, underground level. Beyond the stellar songwriting skills on display, the energy Read more […]
Allegaeon’s third album, Elements of the Infinite, finally seemed to bring them a bit more well deserved recognition in the metal community. For good reason – it was a sonic step-up and showcased Read more […]
One of the few legitimate metal websites to buck the standard approach of reviews ad naseum, Heavy Music Artwork has become a hotspot for the many cover artists to show their wares, not to mention a regular Read more […]
Being a part of the death metal scene for quite some time, between Arkaik and Deeds of Flesh, most know of Craig Peters for a certain level of extremity in his music. So when the time came to work on Read more […]
The age of the Internet is both a blessing and a curse for aspiring musicians and bands. On the one hand, there is unprecedented access to getting your music out there and spreading the word about your Read more […]
What introduction really needs to be written regarding the accolades and accomplishments of Sweden’s Sabaton? Rising up in a period where album sales have faltered, the band actually has seen significant Read more […]
Formation: 2015 Location: Newington, Connecticut Style: Melodic, symphonic death metal with a decidedly European slant. Personnel: Jessica Rose (vocals); Sean ‘Orc’ Adams (keyboards, vocals); Dylan Read more […]
So the saying goes, there’s always the calm before the storm. In the case of Solution .45, there was plenty of calm in the five years between their debut, For Aeons Past, and the release of Nightmares Read more […]
Having achieved the rather commendable goal of 20-plus years as a band, Denmark’s Iron Fire apparently aren’t too keen on resting on their laurels. While a good chunk of the band’s previous output Read more […]
Looking towards the fall at this point, the thoughts of back-to-school and busy days gleam ahead. But Bandcamp never stops being busy, seemingly even busier than ever as of late. Lots of gems to be found, Read more […]
The business model in metal these days to have any sort of living is: tour, tour, and tour until you can’t play anymore shows – go back in the studio to record a new album – and get back out on the Read more […]
Formation: 2013 Location: Tilburg, the Netherlands Style: Heroic Power Metal to the max. Personnel: Samuel de Vries (vocals); Maarten Mies (guitar); Timon Groenendijk (lead guitar); Jorg Roovers (bass); Read more […]
It’s not often that a band will grab you by the throat from out of the middle of nowhere, but that’s exactly what Jinjer did with their latest album, and first for Napalm Records, entitled King of Read more […]
Starting as a project only to develop into a full-fledged band, chances are if you follow the gothic rock or symphonic metal scenes, the Dutch sextet Delain has crossed your headspace or aural activities Read more […]
Formation: 2014 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Style: Face melting melodic progressive metal. Personnel: John Yelland (vocals); Robby Pinelle (guitars); Mike Murphy (guitars); Spencer Winward (bass); Read more […]
A case of working one’s way up the heavy metal ladder due to work ethic and musicianship, it seems that with each passing year, Revocation is earning more and more of their deserved spotlight. Playing Read more […]
To be a Norwegian black metal supergroup or not to be a Norwegian black metal supergroup…that is the question with Sarke. Fronted by the indomitable Nocturno Culto of Darkthrone fame, and flanked by Read more […]
To say that the last few years have been taxing on Deadlock would be an understatement. First, one of their founding members, drummer Tobias Graf died of cancer. Then they lost vocalist Sabine Scherer, Read more […]
As the summer continues its assault on air conditioners and the complexion of beach-goers across the globe, the influx of albums to check out and consume has yet to let up as well. With the daunting but Read more […]
Longstanding melodic death act Subliminal Fear may take time between their releases, but you know that you are going to get some quality material in the end. Escape from Leviathan is their most recent Read more […]
