With 4 months still to go before you can shout Bloodstock is next week, festival HQ has got all the details of some raucous nights out to help you pass the time and get a sneak peek at some of the freshest talent to perform at Bloodstock this August, in rock clubs around the country and at the Metal 2 The Masses tour dates which kick off imminently! Plus, even if you can’t make any of those events, read on for the low down on 8 hellacious acts who’ve already seen off all the challengers to claim spots on the Timothy Taylor New Blood stage, so you can discover your new favourite band right now.Continue reading
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Lord Of The Lost Enter a New Phase with Their “OPVS Noir” Album Trilogy
Having recently closed the Blood & Glitter era of their career, Lord Of The Lost are opening a new chapter with OPVS Noir. This new period will work across a trilogy of 11 track albums, beginning with the release of OPVS Noir Vol. 1, on August 8, 2025 via Napalm Records. They promise an “uncompromising return to the dark core of the band,” and “a confident descent into previously untouched emotional depths.” Keep reading below to find out more.
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ALBUM REVIEW: Nachtblut – Todschick
Out via Napalm Records which initially specializes in releasing Folk Metal and Black Metal units (but later expands in terms of genre diversity), Germany’s very own Nachtblut drop their seventh studio album entitled Todschick after previously having achieved a milestone regarding their previous release Vanitas, which peaked at #19 on the German album charts.Continue reading
Lord Of The Lost Book a UK Headline Tour with Support Skarlett Riot and Julien-K
Lord Of The Lost, the genre-fluid sextet from Germany is set to bring their unique blend of dark metal, industrial, pop, and goth influences back to UK stages, promising an unforgettable experience for fans. Known for their electrifying live performances, Lord Of The Lost will showcase tracks from their upcoming album alongside fan favourites and hits from their extensive 15-year-catalog. Support to come from Skarlett Riot and Julien-KContinue reading
Savage Lands to Release Their Debut Album “Army of The Trees”
Non-profit band, Savage Lands – founded by Megadeth drummer Dirk Verbeuren, and musician-turned-activist Sylvain Demercastelare – are releasing their debut album next year. Army of the Trees comes out February 15, 2025, through Season of Mist records, with 100% of the royalties supporting the preservation projects that the non-profit is leading in Costa Rica, Africa and France. The album features contributions from Alissa White-Gluz (Arch Enemy), John Tardy (Obituary), Andreas Kisser (Sepultura), Lord of the Lost, Maria Franz and Kai Uwe Faust (Heilung), Julien Truchan (Benighted), members of Black Bomb A and others. Keep reading to find out more.
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NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: New Rock and Metal Releases for 11-8-24
Covering all the important subgenres, it’s New Music Friday: The Rock and Metal Releases for 11-8-24
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PREVIEW: New Music Friday – Rock and Metal Releases for 11-8-24
Covering all the important subgenres, it’s New Music Friday: The Rock and Metal Releases for 11-8-24
Which one of these releases are you most excited about?Continue reading
PREVIEW: New Music Friday – Rock and Metal Releases for 11-8-24
Covering all the important subgenres, it’s New Music Friday: The Rock and Metal Releases for 11-8-24
Which one of these releases are you most excited about?Continue reading
FESTIVAL REVIEW: Riot Fest 2024 Part 2 Live at Douglass Park
The heat raged on, and so did Riot Fest. After night one’s stellar lineup, Riot Fest’s second day continued to showcase the exciting and diverse lineup that the festival had in store. With alternative music icon Beck as Saturday night’s headliner, the day was infused with alternative rock, pop, and everything in between.Continue reading
FESTIVAL REVIEW: Riot Fest 2024 Part 1 Live at Douglas Park
Benjamin Franklin said nothing in this world is certain except for war, death, and taxes. If he were around today, there’s no question he might consider adding Riot Fest to that list of definitive certainties.
Once again, Chicago held its very own Riot Fest – one of music’s most renowned Punk music festivals – in Douglass Park. Despite original plans to move the festival to the suburbs in Bridgeview, a month before the fest was to take place it was announced that Riot Fest would once again be held in Douglass Park as usual.Continue reading