Raymond Heleband is a music critic and photographer with a deep-rooted passion for rock and metal. He writes album reviews and concert reports for The Rock Online, where he combines sharp, honest commentary with a strong visual perspective.
Raymond captures the atmosphere of a performance in his photos and words. His work covers both established acts and emerging talent. Music, photography, and authenticity are key pillars for Raymond.
For years, he has made his mark and built friendships in the music scene as a guitarist and composer.
Highlights he witnessed live include: Gotthard live in 1994 at Via Rock Geraardsbergen, Belgium, and Mötley Crüe live in 2009 at the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas, USA.
Sunday, February 8, it was time once again to visit the poppodium Nieuwe Nor in Heerlen. The ladies of Burning Witches and the gentlemen of Hammer King are currently on tour under the banner of their “Witches and Kings Tour.” On this dreary Sunday, the small hall of Nieuwe Nor is well filled with more…
Solo album #13 for the one and only Michael Monroe. The man who is forever intertwined with the history of his former band Hanoi Rocks. “Outerstellar” is an album brimming with punk-driven sleazy hard rock songs. The man himself is something of a legend in Finland, but let’s be honest, it’s pretty clear by now…
