Lord Volture/Rock´n´Growl Dutch US power metal affictionados LORD VOLTURE set out to play as if they were not from Holland. Second album from LORD VOLTURE aims at repeating or beating the many fine reviews of their prima opus “Beast of Thunder” (2010). The band consists of vocalist David Marcelis, guitarists Paul Marcelis and Leon Hermans,…
Battle Beast are a Finnish band who released their debut album, Steel in April 2011 through Hype Records. Sadly the album was only released in Finland, but the band have now signed a deal for Nuclear Blast to release the album throughout the rest of the world. Battle Beast have supported Blaze Bayley in Finland…
Dick Venom & The Terrortones are a Psychobilly band from Nottinghamshire. In case you haven’t come across Psychobilly before, it’s best described as a blend of Rockabilly and Punk rock. ”Rockin Rollin Vampire Man” is the new single from the band. Technically according to the press release its a Double A side – ”Rockin Rollin…
”Jerusalem” is the latest release from Swedish metallers, Astral Doors. Formed in 2002 the band have released six albums plus an EP and a ”best of” compilation, and have toured extensively in Sweden and Europe (although its five years since they last visited the UK). Lyrically the album is a strange mix, with most songs…
”Invisible empire” is the second album from US rockers Riotgod. Riotgod was formed by Monster Magnet members Bob Pantella and Jim Baglino who then recruited Garret Sweeney and Mark Sunshine. The music is described variously as stoner rock, hard rock or stoner metal. Having listened to the album a good few times I’d describe it…
Mark Spiro is an American singer-songwriter with an impressive track record – 45 gold and platinum records, and six solo albums. He’s written songs for a number of films and TV series – most notably the song ”Mighty Wings” which was performed by Cheap Trick for the film Top Gun. He’s written songs that have…
”Get fit, in association with London 2012” is a compilation album designed for use with a workout. I’ve come across hundreds of compilation albums before, but this is a new idea for me – an album designed to tie in with your workout. The idea is that the tracks, played in the correct order rather…
Dangerous Dog Records/Border Scottish band STRANGEWAYS formed in the early eighties and did three albums in six years that made them hot; the self titled, “Native Sons” and “Walk in the Fire”. The band name might have been aptly since they seem to have been ripped off my managers and record companies alike, but still…
Massacre/Sound Pollution German old school giants VENDETTA returns with their fourth album in 24 years. More cult than VENDETTA sounds impossible! Starting out in 1984 only Klaus “Heiner” Ullrich on bass remains, lead vocalist Mario Vogel came aboard in 2002, guitarist Frank Schölch in 2007, and drummer Thomas “Lubber” Krämer in 2002. An almost totally…
Nuclear Blast/Warner NIGHTWISH, the band on most peoples lips, are back with Anette Olzon (ex. ALYSON AVENUE) at the mike again. Many grieved Tarja´s departure in 2005, I did not. The operatic style on previous albums is not metal to me. But I guess 8 released studio albums and swell record sales says I´m missing…
Lion/Warner UK progressive act AWAKE returns four years after their label debut, with some adjustments done. Former guitarist Richar Hall has left, replaced by remaining guitarist Andy Coles brother Steven. A female backing vocalist in the shape of Jennifer Hardy has been brought in too. The line up is completed by vocalist Simon Shedwell, bass…
Cyclone Empire/Sound Pollution Brazil may not be famed for its doom bands, but MYTHOLOGICAL COLD TOWERS aims to change that apparently. They have not chosen a public friendly approach, more of a tricky cult, epic and desolate way. This is their fourth album, and if the info sheet has any truth in it, be prepared…