BALANCE OF POWER are back with new band members and a brand-new album! Founding members Tony Ritchie (bass) and Lionel Hicks (drums) are joined the band’s new lead vocalist Hazel Jade as well as guitarists Chris Young and Adam Wardle, who have since taken over the reins from guitarists Chris Masimore and Stoney Wagner, with…
Een nieuwe naam aan het Nederlandse rockfront. Oude bekenden, nieuwe songs, een nieuw album, een nieuw avontuur… de afgelopen tien jaar stonden in het teken van 4 volledige albums op rij, tal van optredens (zie selectie onderaan), lovende kritieken in de (inter-)nationale pers en dat allemaal onder de naam BYT (aka BloYaTop). De switch naar…
In contrast to the two previous albums that were more on the heavy side, “Daydream Illusion” is a bit more melancholic and magical, which is also reflected in the vocals that are less aggressive and cleaner on this album. Special attention was paid to catchy melodies and lyrics, and for the first time a ballad…
“Asylum” is the next evolutionary step for ATROPHY. Keeping the speed of “Socialized Hate” and the grooves of “Violent By Nature”, the album adds a big dose of heaviness to the mix resulting in a satisfying aural kick to the face. The lyrical focus is still focused on societal ills, from the insurrection to the…
The Quill, the iconic Swedish hard rock band, unveils their musical prowess in their highly anticipated 11th album, “Wheel of Illusion.” With a storied history dating back to the early ’90s, The Quill has consistently pushed boundaries, blending powerful riffs and soulful melodies. Roger – „Making new music is always hard work – but by…
Four years after bringing “The Last Viking” to Valhalla with their previous opus, Leaves’ Eyes resurrect with “Myths Of Fate” to celebrate their 20th year of existence. With their ninth studio album, the Germany-based artists consolidate their leading position in the symphonic metal universe. Powerful, epic and impressive – Leaves’ Eyes once again merge traditional…
Never underestimate the dedication of the diehard. Formed in 2007 in Bavaria, Germany, DUST BOLT have been resolute and ruthless in their pursuit of metal glory over the last 16 years. Childhood friends with a collective passion for metal in all its various forms, the quartet led by vocalist/frontman Lenny Bruce have established themselves as…
ALTERIUM is the new Italian power metal quintet led by Nicoletta Rosellini (ex. Kalidia, Walk in Darkness). The band, born in late 2022, consists of Nicoletta, and former bandmates Paolo Campitelli (guitars) and Dario Gozzi (drums) from Kalidia, soon joined by two exceptional members and talented musicians: Alessandro Mammola (guitars, also in Draconicon) and Luca…
“Interbellum” is a storm with whom CATHUBODUA will enrapture fans of symphonic metal from all over the world. The album tells the tale of the creation and destruction of a war goddess – from high hopes, power, and dreams, to love lost and how to deal with an eternal burning guilt. These intense emotions are…
VLAD IN TEARS present another dark rock/alternative masterpiece. After the release of “Porpora” in 2022, VLAD IN TEARS created a more emotional bond with most of their fans than ever before, and they wrote to the band about their feelings, their personal struggles and arguments. This album is dedicated to all those who are still…
