The Metal Queen “Doro” Joins Forces with the Champions of German Folk Metal, Feuerschwanz
The night of July 8, 2025, will be remembered by metal fans everywhere: Doro Pesch, the undisputed Metal Queen, and the German troupe Feuerschwanz unleashed “Valhalla”, a clash of titans featured on Knightclub, the album the band released on August 22, 2025, via Napalm Records and now streaming worldwide and available in physical editions.
Regina – “Liminal Space” (Album Review)
Regina, a female-fronted alternative metal band from Uruguay, delivers their debut album Liminal Space, featuring heavy riffs, dynamic vocals, and atmospheric passages. Fans of bands like Deftones, Rage Against the Machine, Skunk Anansie, and Guano Apes will find their mix of raw energy, feminist themes, and bold experimentation compelling.
Interview with Ira Kero (Awake Consciousness)
I had the chance to interview Ira Kero, vocalist of the Spanish metalcore band Awake Consciousness. After releasing their debut album in 2022, the band has just wrapped up a European tour. In this interview, Ira shares insights about the tour, her musical inspirations and passions, and gives us a glimpse into Awake Consciousness’s upcoming releases.
‘”The biggest satisfaction is writing music and performing it…” | Interview with Claudia Beltrame
Watch this video interview with Claudia Beltrame as she shares her journey from classical music to metal, her approach to songwriting and composition, and the challenges of balancing different projects. She talks about her influences, performing across Europe and Asia, and her perspective as a woman in a male-dominated genre.
Raw Cuts: New releases by ODC, Beyond the Black, Spells Unbroken (featuring Ofilia), and Dominant Chain
New releases in symphonic and alternative metal: ODC debuts their fourth single *Twisted Love* with a music video ahead of their upcoming debut album; Beyond the Black share *The Art of Being Alone*, featuring Chris Harms of Lord of the Lost, as the third single from *Break the Silence*; Spells Unbroken release *New Order’s Dawn* with the haunting vocals of Ofilia; and Dominant Chain finally delivers their long-awaited debut EP *Wasteland Requiem*, exploring dystopian and post-apocalyptic themes.
NEWS: The Callous Daoboys will perform at Tuska Festival 2026
Here we go – the Tuska Festival, to be held in Suvilahti, Helsinki, on June 26–28, 2026, has announced the first performers for next summer. Two headliners will be announced right away: Bring Me The Horizon from Sheffield, England, rightfully claims one of...
Stormbreaker – “Enlighting” (Album Review)
For fans of Amaranthe, Beast In Black, and Temperance, melodic metal act Stormbreaker delivers their powerful debut album Enlighting, blending fast riffs, cinematic soundscapes, and dual male-female vocals into an energetic and memorable listening experience.
Playlist: The Best from Nita Strauss
Discover the career of guitar virtuoso Nita Strauss, from her work with Alice Cooper to her solo albums and collaborations. Explore a fan-curated playlist of her most iconic songs.
Raw Cuts: New releases from April Art & League of Distortion, Morphide, Regina, and Beast Eagle
New releases in rock and metal: Morphide debuts their single and video *“Denial”*, described as “the start of a very personal journey”; April Art & League Of Distortion team up for the explosive single *“Double Trouble”*; BEAST EAGLE unleash their dark new single *“Send Me Down”* ahead of the EP *Sorceress*; and Regina releases their debut album *Liminal Space*, exploring transformation, growth, and persistence.
Raw Cuts: New releases by Cassidy Paris, Glasgow Kiss, Kalamily Kills, and This I Owe
Discover the latest in rock and metal: Cassidy Paris announces her 80s-inspired sophomore album BITTERSWEET with new single Getting Better, Glasgow Kiss unleash their fierce single and video Those Wasted Years ahead of their album Down In Flames, alternative metal newcomers THIS I OWE drop the lyric video for Sharks from Alchemists, and SYRYN cast a spell with their powerful new single Hexed.
