PlanetMosh Keeping it Metal
Planet Mosh review of Eye Licker kicking some serious backsides at Rhyl North Bar on 14/11/19.
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InTechnicolour sign with Big Scary Monsters and release video
InTechnicolour sign to Big Scary Monsters & release video for “Under The Sun” “A sound that bounces around a ton of contrasting styles. The heavy, meandering grooves they roll out are the Yin to their alter-mathy-ego Yang” – Metal Hammer “Epic stoner-rock” – Stereoboard “Magnificent” – Upset “Under The Sun” …
Read More »Italy’s OVERLAPS Sign With TIME TO KILL RECORDS
Italian Alternative/Nu Rock band, OVERLAPS, have signed with TIME TO KILL RECORDS, the label debut album is planned for early 2020. The first single and music video will be released on December 13th, 2019. OVERLAPS started in 2017 with the release of 3 singles “Countdown“, “Dreams For Sale” and “On Monday“, produced by Fabio Trentini (Guano Apes, Donots, H …
Read More »Cro-Mags – From The Grave
I’ve not listened to cro Mags for a long time, I bought “Best Wishes” back in the day. With it’s cool looking cover art and the bands intense logo I thought these guys were the epitome of hardcore coolness. That album inspired me to check out other bands that were …
Read More »OZZY OSBOURNE To Be Joined By Marilyn Manson For Rescheduled North American Dates
OZZY OSBOURNE TO BE JOINED BY MARILYN MANSON FOR RESCHEDULED 2020 NORTH AMERICAN DATES When OZZY OSBOURNE relaunches his “NO MORE TOURS 2” in 2020, he’ll be joined by special guest Marilyn Manson for the North American shows. These dates are OZZY‘s first shows since he announced earlier this year that all his 2019 performances would be postponed allowing him to heal …
Read More »KISS – End Of The Road Tour – 2020 European & South African Dates Added
END OF THE ROAD WORLD TOUR KISS ADD MORE EUROPEAN & SOUTH AFRICAN TOUR DATES FOR 2020 After an epic and well documented 45-year career that launched an era of rock n roll legends, KISS launched their final ever tour in 2019. 2019 saw sold out KISS shows across the …
Read More »Dirty Rats: Release first single/music video The Juice from upcoming album
Dirty Rats: Release first single/music video The Juice from upcoming album Riding the wave of their worldwide critically acclaimed first full-length album, Rock n Roll, the Dirty Rats are set to release their brand new album End in Tears on the 13th of December. The first single from the album …
Read More »Earthbound – Interview
Brit melodic death metallers EARTHBOUND have just released their stunning sophomore EP, Desolate, to much acclaim. We asked the UK riff merchants about their background and more…… What is the full band line-up, who sings and who plays which instrument? Vocals: Tom Watson Guitar and Backing Vocals: Louie Penfold …
Read More »Tokyo Taboo – Interview
Brit rebel rockers TOKYO TABOO hurl out spectacular, character driven, and often shocking vibrant live performances. The band have been likened to Deap Vally, Halestorm, and Juliette & The Licks, TOKYO TABOO have now released their new single, Whiskey – https://youtu.be/CT1MRUNhz3s , which is taken from their much-anticipated upcoming new …
Read More »Orange Amplification Launches First Online Rock Guitar Courses
Orange Amplification Launches First Online Rock Guitar Courses Accredited by UK Government Education Authority OFQUAL Orange Amplification is proud to launch its Rock Guitar Courses which enables students to take the first accredited online guitar exams in the world to grade 8. The courses are split into three stages, Foundation, Intermediate and Advanced which …
Read More »The Planet Rock All Stars Charity Single Features Alice Cooper, Joe Elliott, Lzzy Hale & more
DJ Wyatt Wendels has joined forces with rock royalty for The Planet Rock All Stars single ‘You’re The Voice’ to raise money for mental health charity Mind. The “rocked up” version of John Farnham’s 1986 global smash hit is the brainchild of Wyatt Wendels with Toby Jepson, of Wayward Sons …
Read More »Salem UK – Win Lose Or Draw
NWOBHM stalwarts Salem UK return to the studio to hedge their bets with their latest studio album Win Lose Or Draw. Released via Dissonance Productions, their brand of hard rock is of a very high standard as opening track ‘The Wraith’ crackles with energy throughout. Bullying riffs are the …
Read More »Alan Robert Interview – Manchester 26/10/19
At the end of last month I had the ultimate pleasure of chatting to Life Of Agony bassist Alan Robert prior to the band’s gig at Manchester Academy. We touched on various topics. Whilst enjoying an IPA, here’s (in a snap shot) what he had to say. The whole interview, …
Read More »Dio announces ‘The Studio Album Collection’ out February 21st
DIO THE STUDIO ALBUM COLLECTION: 1996 – 2004 OUT FEBRUARY 21ST, 2020 RARE LIVE TRACKS AVAILABLE NOW DELUXE NEWLY REMASTERED EDITIONS OF DIO’S 4 STUDIO ALBUMS FROM 1996-2004 LIMITED EDITION 1ST RUN OF VINYL FEATURES LENTICULAR LP-SIZED ALBUM ART PRINT 2CD AND STREAMING/DIGITAL VERSIONS FEATURE RARE AND UNRELEASED BONUS TRACKS BMG …
Read More »Angel Witch – Angel Of Light
Since their formation in 1976, Angel Witch albums are as rare as Halleys Comet as latest release Angel Of Light is their fourth studio since their self titled 1980 debut but the wait is definitely worth it! Released via Metal Blade Records the eight tracks here are all killer, no …
Read More »The Last Internationale – New Video “Soul Of Fire”
The Last Internationale Announce February / March 2020 Headline European Tour Watch New Video: “Soul On Fire” YouTube Premiere – https://youtu.be/W-85fNpmUkM New Album: “Soul On Fire” Out Now To coincide with the release of their critically acclaimed new studio album “Soul On Fire”, The Last Internationale are thrilled to launch a …
Read More »Greta Van Fleet – Liverpool Guild of Students – 9th November 2019
Now I know what some of you are going to say, but before you start. Yes they do remind me of a certain rock group of the 70’s. The thing is I don’t care. I think, along with a lot of other people that Greta Van Fleet are amazing. Back …
Read More »Slayer – The Repentless Killogy
I’ve been a fan of Slayer way back since 1983 after buying their debut album Show No Mercy. 1985 saw Hell Awaits with the band playing a darn sight faster but the major game changer was Reign In Blood in 1986. For a measly £5.50 I got to see them …
Read More »King Diamond Releases New Single, “Masquerade of Madness”
King Diamond releases new single, “Masquerade of Madness”; kicks off North American tour with Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats, Idle Hands As previously announced, King Diamond has revealed the title and theme for the first studio album in 12 years: The Institute! For a preview of this upcoming record, the new single, “Masquerade …
Read More »AMON AMARTH announce official tattoo pop-up studio at UK shows
AMON AMARTH ANNOUNCE OFFICIAL TATTOO POP-UP STUDIO FOR UK SHOWS HEADLINE DATES WITH ARCH ENEMY & HYPOCRISY KICK OFF NOVEMBER 28 Heavy metal Vikings AMON AMARTH have shared a message with fans online, inviting them to visit an official tattoo pop-up studio before each UK headline show, to get inked with a …
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