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Skindred, the Welsh legends, are in Manchester on their short UK tour. Skindred for me is a band that should’ve been massively popular way earlier on, before the days of TikTok. I’ve seen these guys before at Download Festival with my shirt in hand whipping […]
Gig reviewsWith a discography of 10 studio albums and more than a decade of being revered as a global blues icon, DAN PATLANSKY has solidified his status as one of the most exceptional blues-based storytellers of his generation, earning legendary recognition worldwide. In 2024, Dan has […]
News“You can’t come in, doors are at 7.30”, says the disinterested security goon, “…says here doors at 7 Fella” I say in reply, showing him the blurb “….it changed today” says he….I try a different tack, “…where do I collect my media pass please?”, a […]
Gig reviews**HAPPY RELEASE DAY** THE WORD ALIVE – Hard Reset Happy release day to THE WORD ALIVE and their brand new album, Hard Reset, out now via Thriller Records. Listen to focus track single ‘One of Us (Ft. Bad Omens)’ here. Buy | Spotify | iTunes […]
NewsOn the 3rd of April, as part of the Europan tour, Finnish band Finntroll played live at The Underworld, after nearly a decade, supported by their far Nordic friends Skálmöld (joining from Iceland). While both bands fall into the metal category, Finntroll has deeper routes […]
Gig reviewsManchester’s own Hot Milk have returned to the scene after an epic festival run with a brand new album A Call To The Void. This will be the band’s first studio album after an amazing run with some incredible EPs. This album comes just before […]
Album reviewsCheck out ‘Nafanua‘: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2deBF5O49C0 Hailing from the vibrant region of South Auckland, New Zealand, Shepherds Reign embodies the essence of their Polynesian heritage through their music. Led by the dynamic Filiva’a James on vocals and keytar, the band consists of Gideon Voon on guitar, Oliver Leupolu on guitar and production, Shaymen Rameka on drums, and Joseph Oti-George on […]
NewsFollows Singles ‘Psychopath’ And ‘A Feeling’ + Show at London’s Lafayette On 8th November, On Sale Now. Another Sky’s return earlier this year heralded an exhilarating step forward for the South London quartet. After a three-year absence from the spotlight, the band’s long-awaited single “Psychopath” […]
NewsRelease: Damnation Plan – The New HorizonFormat: CD/DigitalRelease Date: September 8th 2023Record label: Inverse RecordsGenre: Progressive MetalCountry: Finland The Finnish progressive metal act Damnation Plan can be characterized as a modern chameleon of metal: combining both harsh and clean vocals in their trademark genre crossing heavily rhythmic and emotional metal. On the […]
NewsRELEASE NEW SUPER-CHARGED SINGLE AND VIDEO FOR “HYPER TROPHY” WATCH – HERE NEW ALBUM “CALLING THE DOGS” OUT 6TH OCTOBER 2023 VIA RUN FOR COVER RECORDS – PRE-SAVE HERE Renowned alternative rock band Citizen releases new anthemic track “Hyper Trophy,” perfect for fast drives with windows down. “Hyper Trophy” is the second offering […]
NewsBAND ANNOUNCE A RUN OF ACOUSTIC SHOWS PLUS UK HEADLINE DATES. HOT MILK have announced a run of intimate acoustic performances to celebrate the release of their debut album A CALL TO THE VOID, out 25th August 2023 on Music For Nations. The band are also embarking on a headline […]
NewsWORMHOLE warp brutal riffs and screeching dissonance into a signature tech-slam combo. Today, the Baltimore band are premiering a heroic new single with Slam Worldwide. Watch the monstrous visualizer for “Spine Shatter High-Velocity Impact” HERE. WORMHOLE comments: “This song has our hero struggling as they […]
NewsStream/buy here: https://link.fixtmusic.com/OUTBREAK “Prepare to be transported to the dystopian future filled with neon lights, robotic rebellion, and gritty streets blend into a sonic soundscape across these four skillfully crafted tracks,” says Extra Terra. Fusing elements of Dance, Mid-Tempo, Electro, Industrial, Metal, Electronic, Indie Pop, and Synthwave […]
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