Hooligan – Criminal Damage (7″ EP Review)

Hooligan a punk/rock ‘n’ roll band formed in Dublin, Ireland in October 2009. Their fourth and latest 7″ EP ‘Criminal Damage’ features guest appearances from Tony Van Frater (Cockney Rejects) on guitar and bass, with Decca Wade and Nicky Buck (original and latter day Angelic Upstarts) splitting drum duties. ‘Criminal …

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Anzi – Black Dog Bias

Anzi Destruction former lead singer of Finnish rock band Stereo Junks! well known for his exciting and energetic live performances, which included fire breathing, launched his solo career in 2011 when he released his début self produced album ‘High Clash Motherfucker’, on which he played nearly every instrument.  As a solo performer the …

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High On Fire – launch new song ‘The Sunless Years’

World-renowned power trio HIGH ON FIRE will release its highly-anticipated new album, Luminiferous, on June 22 via Century Media Records in Europe. Recorded at Salem, Massachusetts’ GodCity Studios with producer Kurt Ballou, the record is the follow-up to the group’s 2012 release, De Vermis Mysteriis, an album hailed as “not …

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Chronocide announce new album

Blackened Grind Crust outfit Chronocide are returning with a new album, ‘Meditations’ is coming out on 14th August via Human Jigsaw Records. Formed in 2008 with the sole intention of creating harsh, abrasive music without category or limitation, the UK based duo spat out an album of non-stop of blast …

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Buckcherry to release 7th studio album, ‘ROCK ‘N’ ROLL,’ On August 21st via F-BOMB RECORDS

June 2, 2015 – Los Angeles, CA – Los Angeles’ notorious, multi-platinum-selling rock band, Buckcherry, will release their 7th studio album, Rock ‘n’ Roll, on August 21st via F-Bomb Records/Caroline. In anticipation for the upcoming record, the band will premiere a new track/video for their first single, “Bring It On Back,”Pre-order Rock ‘n’ Roll now at …

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Riverside announce album and tour

6 UK dates in October will tie in with launch of 6th album Riverside have confirmed six UK dates as part of a European run to support the launch of their sixth album. The follow-up to Shrine Of New Generation Slaves is entitled Love, Fear And The Time Machine, and …

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Jobseekers – Enniskillen, Charlie’s Bar 22/05/2015

This evening, Charlie’s Bar in Enniskillen plays host to a cross border punk and rock assault, the likes that the town has not seen in quite some time, organised by Henchman Promotions, a local promotional company who are contributing to the continued growth of the Enniskillen music scene. Sense Deficiency …

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Erja Lyytinen interview

I spoke to Finnish blues guitarist Erja Lyytinen to talk about her new live album and upcoming tour dates. Your new album “Live in London” is due for release on 8th June.  Why choose London to record it? Well London is the centre of music in Europe isn’t it, and …

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Soulfly to release new album in August

Soulfly will release their tenth studio album, ‘Archangel’, via Nuclear Blast Entertainment on August 14.  It will feature guest performances from Todd Jones of Nails, Matt Young of King Parrot, as well as Richie and Igor Cavalera. “I am so proud to be releasing Soulfly’s tenth album,” commented founder/vocalist/guitarist Max Cavalera. “I …

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Armored Saint – Win Hands Down

It’s good to go back to the old school, to remember your roots. Although I have to admit that this is the first time I’ve ever sat down and listened to Armored Saint. I know, I know… for shame… guilty as charged your honour. On the go since 1982 and …

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BLACKBERRY SMOKE kick off European tour tonight

Atlanta southern rockers BLACKBERRY SMOKE are due to kick off a European tour tonight in Copenhagen, Denmark. The tour features a number of headlining club shows as well as a few festival appearances, including a main stage slot at the UK’s legendary Download festival alongside the likes ofKISS, MÖTLEY CRÜE …

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Lucifer Premiere New Song “Purple Pyramid”

  Berlin-based heavy metal blues rockers, LUCIFER, will release their debut Lucifer I June 16th via Rise Above Records.  Lucifer I can be pre-ordered on iTunes, Amazon and the Rise Above Store.   There has been a ton of anticipation and excitement behind the band featuring Johanna Sadonis that rose from …

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The Vintage Caravan, Arrival

The Vintage Caravan - Arrival artwork

This most rare of things, a rock band from Iceland that have over the years honed their musical talents after one of the longest apprenticeships I’ve ever heard! Allow me to introduce “The Vintage Caravan”. They first started jamming back in 2006, playing at local gigs around Iceland. However, they …

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