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Bittersweet, the brand new Cassidy Paris CD came through my letter box on Tuesday. Nothing ever happens on a Tuesday, so it was somewhat of a surprise. The press release reads like a hostage note from someone who genuinely has Stockholm syndrome: "Stepping confidently into her own identity as an artist." That phrase. That's the one that has you reaching for a shot before hitting the play button, because you know exactly what's going to follow: another beautifully executed mu

Release: 7 November 2025 - Self Release I want to be excited about Luna Marble. I do, truly. They're a Manchester rock band who worked for five years between lockdowns, lineup changes, and the constant 2020s touring band farce of existing forever, to be left with a self-titled debut that's like your dad's record collection got tired, woke up, and created a Tinder profile. "Vintage grunge meets extraterrestrial sound design." This album is like a séance that involuntarily bro

The electrifying Saxon concert at 3Olympia in Dublin was a testament to the band's enduring power, delivering a blistering set that ignited fans from all over the world. The venue was packed out in honour of these legendary rock gods, who showcased a performance rich with classic heavy metal might. Vocalist Biff Byford's rich, commanding vocals soared through the hall, a captivating anchor to the magnificent and intricate guitar work of Doug Scarratt and Brian Tatler, whose r

On November 22nd, Manchester's Bred Shed transformed into a festive hub for Firevolt's annual Christmas Bash, drawing a lively crowd of like-minded music enthusiasts. The backstreet venue was adorned with inflatable Santas and light-up snowflakes, setting a spirited tone for the evening. Attendees enjoyed superb sets from bands Thieves of Liberty, The Karma Effect, and Scarlet Rebels, interspersed with entertaining party games led by hosts Bev and Strett, including hands-free

Modern metalcore group THE NARRATOR have announced a European headline tour for 2026. Tickets will go on sale on Monday Oct 13th at 3PM BST. Here are all confirmed dates: THE NARRATOREUROPEAN HEADLINE TOUR 2026 30.09.2026 CH Aarau, Kiff Aarau 01.10.2026 AT Wien, Flex Café 03.10.2026 DE München, Backstage Club 04.10.2026 DE Stuttgart, Im Wizemann 06.10.2026 CZ Prag, Rock Cafe 07.10.2026 DE Leipzig, WERK 2 - Kulturfabrik Leipzig e.V. 08.10.2026 DE Berlin, Frannz-Club

Heavy metal legend, acclaimed filmmaker and pop culture icon ROB ZOMBIE returns for his 8th studio album, The Great Satan , out February 27th from Nuclear Blast Records . Following the success of his Top 10 charting record The Lunar Injection Kool Aid Eclipse Conspiracy (2021), Zombie is back, revisiting his early Hellbilly roots for a slaughterhouse of anthemic punk infused heavy rock/metal. Out today is the record’s first single, “ Punks And Demons ,” accompanied by a

Credit: James Tegner PERTURBATOR - the Paris-based composer/producer/multi-instrumentalist James Kent - today released his highly anticipated new album, Age of Aquarius . His debut for renowned metal label Nuclear Blast Records, mastered by Jaime Gomez Arellano (Ghost, Opeth) and featuring songs with Ulver, Alcest, Author & Punisher , and Greta Link , is available to stream & purchase now HERE . PERTURBATOR also shared his sweeping and cinematic latest single ' Lady Moon ,

'MISTAKEN FOR DEAD' MUSIC VIDEO: Arizona death metal squad GATECREEPER has debuted a new music video for their frenzied track ' Mistaken For Dead ,' featured on their latest album, Dark Superstition , available now from Nuclear Blast Records . The video arrives just ahead of GATECREEPER 's UK and European tour with ARCH ENEMY , AMORPHIS and ELUVEITIE that will be followed by a run with THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER in Mexico and South America to cap off the year. Ticket

Bay Area thrash metal icons TESTAMENT return with their fourteenth studio album, Para Bellum, which is out today via Nuclear Blast Records. The album stands as both a battle cry and an observation of humanity's uneasy alliance with its own creations. As technology accelerates and disconnection grows, Para Bellum sees TESTAMENT reflecting the modern chaos through music that’s urgent, sharp, and unflinchingly human. Testament's newest single, ' High Noon ,' is a Wi

Join the Firevolt Team for a Face Melting Xmas Party! Saturday 22nd November 2025 The Bred Shed Manchester The event will open with a...

Sydney alternative metal outfit Reliqa are back with pounding new single, ' Your Touch ', a genre-blending anthem about ambition’s...

American heavy metal icons CORROSION OF CONFORMITY are back with a special rendition of 'Fire And Water' by English rock band,...

22nd Sept 2025 Author - DJ Pixie Fans gathered at Wax and Beans in Bury, eager for an intimate pre-show experience with Newton Faulkner....

Notorious black metal collective WATAIN has issued the following statement: Ladies and gentlemen, followers, allies and supporters, this...

“The U.K. goth metal pioneers fully perfected the sweeping, theatrical sadness they’ve long peddled” Decibel “Through thunderous skies,...

The Inland Empire, a lovely area just east of Los Angeles and Orange Counties in Southern California, known as much for its great weather...

Swedish metal powerhouse THE HALO EFFECT return with their electrifying new single – a blistering take on W.A.S.P.’s 1984 anthem 'I...

Louisville USA natives GATES TO HELL deliver a pure shot of adrenaline with their new digital single, ' Disfigured '. The song is a...

Photo Credit: Fred Kowalo Bay Area thrash metal icons TESTAMENT return this autumn with their fourteenth studio album, Para Bellum, ...

Canadian deathcore pioneers DESPISED ICON return with their seventh full-length album, Shadow Work which will be released on October...