Older rock fans (myself included) would remember Phil Campbell from heavy metal band Persian Risk but most know him as lead guitarist from Motorhead whom he played with from 1984 until 2015 when band founder Lemmy Kilmister sadly passed away. It did not take Phil long to get back onto …
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It’s funny how certain events and moments that happen in life can be the difference between hearing a great band, and never hearing them at all. A friend of mine posted a video on Facebook of a track called ‘Filth ‘ by Manchester based Eye Licker at a recent gig …
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So a week after we said farewell to a band I really thought would make it, there are still a lot of mixed emotions flying around my head from their two hour gig at Rebellion in Manchester. From seeing them first at the SOS Festival in 2014 they have come …
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The Wildhearts released their new mini-album Diagnosis on 4th October 2019. Featuring five brand new songs and one song you may be familiar with, Diagnosis off their acclaimed album Renaissance Men. The Wildhearts feature the iconic line-up of Ginger, CJ, Danny McCormack and Ritch Battersby who are proud to reveal …
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For the uninitiated Babymetal takes a bit of explaining. There are things in this world that go together naturally like Strawberries and Cream. There are also combinations that should never be allowed like custard and fishfingers. However sometimes there is a fusion which, whilst it shouldn’t work, does. Babymetal may …
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Well, well, well. The wait is almost over. It feels like an eternity since Life Of Agony announced ‘The Sound Of Scars ‘ as their next album. But here it is, finally, in all it’s glory, and glorious it is. There’s no hiding from the fact that I’ve always been …
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HRH Punk II, Anarchy in Sheffield 2020 just went live with the first 18 bands and a 30 quid killer deal! This is just the first bang – there are plenty more bands to come very shortly! HRH PUNK I sold out in record time and looks to be an …
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‘Common Dreads’ was the bands hugely anticipated second album that cemented them as one of the most innovative and exciting bands of the late 2000s. This 10th anniversary limited edition version consists of a green glow in the dark with red splatter vinyl which matches the cover, a bonus 7” …
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Introducing you to Motor City Detroit rock band The Lows.They are an exciting new rock band who are set out to bring thoughtful, heartfelt rock and roll back to the mainstream. Watch their new video for ‘Love Xtinction ‘ on the video link above.
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The start of the album was a little surprising as it was the first time I had listened to Laurence Jones, although he has been on the scene for some years now. I had expected to hear a “blues”- rock band right from the off, but “Everything Is Gonna Be …
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THE 69 EYES | JYRKI FEATURED ON THE VEGAN BLACK METAL CHEF SHOW On September 13th, THE 69 EYES released their 30-year-anniversary album ‘West End‘ and just recently announced new US tour dates (See below). After hitting number 1 of the Finnish album charts, the band now presents something amazingly different. While recently visiting the US, …
Read More »Brit riff beasts WOLVES DON’T SLEEP have just revealed a killer metalled-up version of Panic! At The Disco’s track, Don’t Threaten Me With A Good Time, out now via all stores, and here – https://youtu.be/fmQMc_hiSJA . We grilled the guys with this A to Z quiz: A song that …
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BLACK STAR RIDERS/ THIN LIZZY’S RICKY WARWICK ANNOUNCES AUCTION TO SUPPORT CANCER FUND FOR CHILDREN TO START ON 1STOCTOBER 2019 Guitarist and front-man of iconic rock bands Black Star Riders and Thin Lizzy is set to auction his denim cut off jacket to the highest bidder to support the excellent …
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This was my first time at Power metal quest fest. The first year was at the Roadhouse venue which just isnt practical for people using public transport, the second year clashed with another gig, but finally I made it to one. Now being held at the Asylum venue it’s an …
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When Flying Colors formed seven years ago they were one of many supergroups, but they’re one of the very few that has lasted more than one album or a few short years. The lineup of Neal Morse, Steve Morse, Mike Portnoy, Dave LaRue and Casey McPherson is unchanged and with …
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Beth Hart releases her latest album on 27th September. It’s produced by Rob Cavallo (Green day, My Chemical romance, Goo goo dolls etc) and her fans will no doubt have a pretty good idea what to expect – top quality blues from a woman with arguably the best blues voice …
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Tonight the Craufurd arms have Mr Big guitarist, Paul Gilbert playing. It’s a big booking for a small venue but then the venue promoter seems to be very good at getting high profile gigs. Happily the booking looks to have paid off as ticket sales were good enough that the …
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BLOODSTOCK HQ is a hive of activity as a slew of bands confirm slots for the 2020 event. 2020 also sees the festival celebrating 20 years of BLOODSTOCK, so expect some special treats to celebrate at Catton Park next August. Without further ado, coming to us with an exclusive UK …
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Therapy? Review At Brudenell Social Club Leeds, 23rd September 2019 Therapy? Are back to play two shows at the Brudenell Social club in Leeds today, with support from Rory Holl for the main evening set, and if you want to party in cities like Magaluf, you can visit the Magaluf …
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Ghost On Mars have just released the lyric video for ‘The Black Rose’, the first single from the debut Ep ‘Lost Signals ‘, digitally published on September 24th 2019. Watch it on the video link above.
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PlanetMosh Keeping it Metal