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ALBUM REVIEW: Amberian Dawn – Temptation’s Gates

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Replacing an established singer is always a challenge. Some go too far off track while others opt to play safe, occasionally even trying to mimic their predecessor. Thankfully, there are no such issues with Finnish symphonic metal act Amberian Dawn as Swedish/English vocalist Nicole Willerton stamps her authority on the band’s ninth album, Temptation’s Gates (Napalm Records), adding her own distinctive style but without falling into any hidden traps. It does help that previous singer Capri (aka Päivi Virkkunen) wasn’t the band’s first vocalist herself, but fourteen years is still a lengthy period of time to enjoy the adoration of loyal fans. Continue reading →


ALBUM REVIEW: Lord of the Lost – OPVS NOIR Vol. 1

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Lord of the Lost is back with OPVS NOIR Vol. 1 (Napalm Records)  which is a grandiose take on Metal that feels like it’s gotten bigger this time around. Midway into the opening track, you can hear how they ae moving up the bill on European festivals with this album. This album comes on the heels of opening slots for Iron Maiden, which forced them to step up their game. They have not dumbed things down for an American audience, so you are either into this or you are not. Yes, the harsher vocals might appeal a little more to Western audiences, but they’re only one aspect. 

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Download Festival 2025 Kicks-Off in 100 Days ft. Green Day, Sleep Token, Korn, Weezer, Sex Pistols ft. Frank Carter, Jimmy Eat World, Bullet For My Valentine, Within Temptation, Eagles Of Death Metal, and More

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Download Festival, the greatest rock and metal festival of all time, is now only 100 days away. With the countdown now truly on, celebrate this year’s festival with our round-up of Download By Numbers. This year’s festival will occur on 13-15 June 2025 at the spiritual home of rock in Donington Park, Leicestershire. Tickets are available now at the links below! Continue reading →