ALBUM REVIEW: Molchat Doma – Belaya Polosa


Belaya Polosa (Sacred Bones Records) is the fourth full-length release from Belarus’ Molchat Doma. The band consists of vocalist Egor Shkutko, guitarist, synth and drum machine player Roman Komogortsev (who is also the primary songwriter), and bass guitar and synth player Pavel Kozlov.Continue reading


EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE: Gigantum Stream Their New Self-Titled Album in Full 


Los Angeles-based Stoner Rockers Gigantum will release their self-titled debut album tomorrow, September 6th, 2024. The band has teamed up with Ghost Cult to bring the full album stream before the album drops. With a flair for the dramatic, Gigantum has a no-nonsense approach to writing and riffing, yet remains free of pretension that fouls up a lot of modern bands with retro influences. This is only the beginning for this band! Jam out Gigantum to 11 and burn one right now! Continue reading


FESTIVAL REVIEW: Bloodstock Open Air Part 1 – Live at Catton Hall


 

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It”s August and raining, but nobody cares because we’re home again. Yes, for the next few days (and for some early birds, the previous 24hrs), Catton Hall in Derbyshire has become the focal point of the true metal community as fans converge on Bloodstock Open Air for their annual dose of hard drinking and unholy hangovers.Continue reading


ALBUM REVIEW: Blitzkrieg – Blitzkrieg


Blitzkrieg, the on-and-off NWOBHM veterans much loved by Metallica, are back with their new self-titled album (Mighty Music). Much like AC/DC do and Motörhead, did, Blitzkrieg stick to what they know – which is classic metal of a decidedly eighties vintage that fans of Diamond Head, Judas Priest, and Saxon will know and appreciate.Continue reading


The Next Bandcamp Friday is This Week, September 6th


 

The latest Bandcamp Friday is this week, September 6th, 2024! As announced previously Bandcamp Fridays will continue in October, November, and December. The brand was sold by Epic Games to Songtradr last year. Comment on our socials with links to your bands’ Bandcamp page!Continue reading


ALBUM REVIEW: Dale Crover – Glossolalia


Celebrated Drummer Dale Crover has been performing with the Melvins since 1984 when he replaced founding member Mike Dillard, since then he’s had stints with Nirvana and collaborated in projects such as Shrinebuilder, Men of Porn and Conan Neutron & the Secret Friends. Furthermore, he performs with Redd Kross, and has embarked on a solo career, first with the Hard-Rock flavoured Altamont and then the eclectic, experimental compositions under his own name. Continue reading


Trans-Siberian Orchestra Books “The Lost Christmas Eve” 20th Anniversary Tour


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Progressive metal Christmas-themed band Trans-Siberian Orchestra has booked “The Lost Christmas Eve” 20th Anniversary Tour! They will perform 109 performances of their Rock Opera from November through December. Over the course of the tour, the band will perform to their their 20 millionth customer, and so far they have donated $20 million to charity from their annual tours. Trans-Siberian Orchestra donates at least $1 from every ticket sold to charity, and donates to local causes in every city.

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Spanish Metal Band Mägo de Oz Books a “US Feliz No Cumpleaños” Tour


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Mägo de Oz, the Spanish folk metal band known for their unique fusion of heavy metal with Celtic and Spanish folk influences, return to the U.S. with their Feliz No Cumpleaños Tour. With a career spanning over three decades and a devoted international following, Mägo de Oz will bring their signature sound to eight cities this fall. Mägo de Oz “US Feliz No Cumpleaños” Tour General Onsale Begins on Friday, September 6 at 10 am local time at the link below!

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Tool, Sepultura, Fontaines D.C., Alanis Morissette, and More Booked for ­­­Lollapalooza Chile, Lollapalooza Argentina, and Lollapalooza Brasil 2025


­­­Lollapalooza Chile, Lollapalooza Argentina, and Lollapalooza Brasil have revealed the lineups for the 2025 editions, featuring headliners Tool, Sepultura, Fontaines D.C., Alanis Morissette, as well as Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Timberlake, Shawn Mendes, and Rüfüs Du Sol.  The diverse bills also features Benson Boone, Foster the People, Tate McRae, Parcels, Zedd, Charlotte de Witte, Teddy Swims, The Marías, Mon Laferte, and many more. Tickets are on sale now. Continue reading