South Of Salem – Death Of The Party: Album Review
South Of Salem attack their sophomore album with blades sharpened and go for the jugular.
Darkest Era w/ Gospelheim and Reliquia – Satan’s Hollow, Manchester: Live Review
Darkest Era squeeze in a couple of UK dates in support of 2022’s Wither On The Vine.
At The Barrier – Best Of 2023: Opinion
Picking albums to sum up a great year in music gets harder and harder. 2023 has again seen some incredible releases.
Green Lung w/ Boss Keloid – Manchester Gorilla: Live Review
Green Lung are in celebratory mood as they take This Heathen Land on the road with Boss Keloid in tow for a handful of dates.
Harakiri For The Sky w/ Ellende and Fen – Manchester Rebellion: Live Review
Austrian post metal masters, Harakiri For The Sky, land in Manchester with fellow Austrians Ellende and the black metal veterans, Fen.
Fear Factory w/ Butcher Babies / Ignea / Ghosts of Atlantis – The Electric Ballroom: Live Review
Fear Factory return to London. Four very different bands, bringing a variety of styles on one awesome night of metal!
South Of Salem w/ She Burns Red – Manchester Rebellion: Live Review
South Of Salem reach the closing dates of their Samhain Supernova tour and deliver in imperious fashion on an unforgettable night in Manchester.
Kristian Niemann of Sorcerer: Interview
Sorcerer have just released their splendid new album, Reign Of The Reaper. We caught up with band guitarist, Kristian Niemann to talk about the new album.
God Is An Astronaut w/ Jo Quail – Belgrave Music Hall, Leeds: Live Review
God Is An Astronaut and Jo Quail wow us and transport us to higher plains with their transcendental sounds.
Sorcerer – Reign Of The Reaper: Album Review
Sorcerer make their comeback with Reign Of The Reaper. Can the Swedish metal troupe forge more musical gold?
TAILGUNNER w/ Slander, Beyond Salvation and Jayler
Tailgunner hit Manchester in support of their debut LP on their Guns For Hire tour. It is clear to see why this band are making waves.
Cult Of Luna w/ GGGOLDDD & Slow Crush – Manchester Ritz: Live Review
Cult Of Luna bring a storm of noise alongside the exuberant GGGOLDDD and the dreamy Slow Crush. A night to remember in Manchester.
Damnation Festival 2023 – Bands Not To Miss: Opinion
Damnation Festival 2024 is fast approaching. This is great news for fans of the more extreme side of metal as Damnation always delivers a great line up.
KK’s Priest – The Sinner Rides Again: Album Review
KK Downing (and ‘Ripper’ Owens) do Priest in their own special way – ‘proper’ Metal!
Stitched Up Heart – To The Wolves: Album Review
Stitched Up Heart deliver their third full length offering with To The Wolves; released September 1st via Century Media.