SECRET RULE – For more unconditional X year
Italy’s. melodic modern metallers celebrate 10 years of activity with the aptly named X via Rockshots Records. This release marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the band
UPCHUCK – That simplistic power of preservation
Atlanta punk up-and-comers Upchuck are set to make waves with their upcoming album I’m Nice Now, out October 3rd via Domino Records. Fusing elements of metal, psychedelic, and hardcore, the record captures the band’s raw energy and fearless creativity.
FRAYLE – Haunting and wondrous lullabies for the world
Cleveland-based duo FRAYLE returns this October with Heretics & Lullabies, their haunting new album released via Napalm Records.
DUMB MOON – Enter this dark and welcoming world
Polish Gothic/art rock band Dumb Moon is back, and they’re bringing an even darker and more emotionally charged sound with their second EP, Szepty Mroku.
DATOG – From Germany to Babylon with triumph
Born from a lockdown charity project, Dirkschneider And The Old Gang (DATOG) now delivers their powerful full-length debut Babylon (out Oct 3rd, 2025), a 12-track hard rock and heavy metal spectacle for fans of the genre.
HALESTORM – Climbing up the way up to the hazardous Everest
Halestorm – Fresh off their latest album Everest, guitarist and singer Lzzy Hale reflects on two decades of fearless reinvention.
LUCIE SUE – The opportunity of breakthrough
In this candid interview, French rising star Lucie Sue confesses everything. From launching a successful crowdfunding campaign from her second LP Battle Station to performing at Hellfest, Lucie Sue speaks openly about the financial pressures of independent music.
LUCIE SUE – Devoted and spotlight to honesty in Battlestation
French artist Lucie Sue’s debut UK album Battlestation (her second overall) features a fusion of anthemic rockers, gritty punk moments, dark heavy guitar riffs and explosive energy.
SIENA ROOT – Welcome to the surprising analogic world
In this special interview Swedish singer Zubaida of Siena Root discusses the band’s new live album Made in Kuba.
BLACK SATELLITE – Are you ready for the latest aftermath?
Hailing from NYC, Industrial/Alternative Metal Band Black Satellite, led by indomitable frontwoman Larissa Vale, is creating waves in the rock scene with a sound that’s dark, edgy, and distinctly their own.
ARJEN ANTHONY LUCASSEN – Are you ready for a revolutionary apocalypse?
Are you still reeling from the Ayreon concerts? Are you suffering from post-Tilburg blues? No worries—here’s the perfect remedy: a brand-new interview with Ayreon mastermind Arjen Anthony Lucassen.
MARCELA BOVIO – Unveiling wonderful harmonies now
Marcela Bovio has always embraced change, both as a solo artist and through her many collaborations. With her upcoming release Harmonies Unveiled, the Mexican-born, Netherlands-based singer reimagines highlights from her vast repertoire in harmony with a group of gifted vocalists.
HEATHER FINDLAY – Discovering new remarkable paths
Heather Findlay returns with Wildflower, her most personal and introspective album to date. Released through her own imprint, Black Sand Records, the record marks her first fully self-produced work—an acoustic journey shaped by deep reflection, spirituality, and resilience.
ELEINE – Together we are better
While Swedish symphonic metal masters ELEINE are embarked on a massive European tour as special guests to their label mates PRIMAL FEAR. Their brand-new EP “We Stand United” is OUT NOW on Reigning Phoenix Music – a gift to their legions of fans!
FAUN – Discover the powerful magic of Hex
With HEX, the renowned pagan folk ensemble FAUN seek to break the cliché of female magic across different cultures, reframing the figure of the witch through sound and story.
FAUN – Welcome to this fascinating underworld
Now on their twelfth full-length album “Hex”, (out on 5th September via Pagan Folk Records/Believe), the Germanic tribe Faun has created an album entirely dedicated to witches, understood as the…
POOR CREATURE – Unique melodies from Ireland
On the occasion of their performance at Birmingham’s Supersonic Festival and prior to their performance, we talked with Poor Creature—the collaboration between Landless’ Ruth Clinton and Lankum’s Cormac MacDiarmada and John Dermody following their release of their debut album All Smiles Tonight (July 11th, River Lea Records).
DIE SPITZ – Epic and outstanding high octane punk
Austin, TX mayhem-inciting all-girl four-piece Die Spitz are set to unleash their debut Something to Consume — out Sept 12 via Third Man Records. Read our review here.
Our reviewer hails it “𝙖 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙤𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙣 𝙨𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙩𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙞𝙩𝙨 𝙧𝙖𝙬 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙪𝙣𝙖𝙥𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙘 𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮”
BURNING WITCHES – Welcome to its fearless inquisition
Swiss heavy metal warriors Burning Witches are back with their ferocious new album Inquisition, released via Napalm Records in celebration of the band’s 10th year anniversary. In this special interview with bassist Jay Grob, we dive into the making of Inquisition and what fans can expect from this next era of Burning Witches.
WOLF ALICE – Easily at the peak of their powers
“The Clearing,” the fourth full-length album by London band Wolf Alice, is one of the most anticipated albums of 2025. Read more on our review about it.