WET LEG – Uncommonly daring indie rock
Hailing from the Isle of Wight in England, Wet Leg is a band that began primarily as a duo consisting of Rhian Teasdale (vocals and guitar) and Hester Chambers (backing…
CALVA LOUISE – Be a Refugee of Yourself, Never Compromising
Calva Louise found each other from opposite corners of the world, fusing backgrounds and visions into a singular sonic force.
MOTHS – The truth about the Seven Deadly Sins
Hailing from San Juan, Puerto Rico, MATHS is a Progressive Metal band known for their effortless ability to blend complex elements of Progressive Metal with the heaviness of Stoner and Doom, the intricacy of Math Rock, and the improvisational flair of Jazz. Their upcoming release marks the debut of powerful new vocalist Mariel Viruet, and is heavily inspired by the concept of the Seven Deadly Sins. Set for an independent release on August 1, 2025, this album promises to be a bold and dynamic statement from one of Puerto Rico’s most boundary-pushing metal acts. We spoke together with guitarist Weslie Negrón and singer Mariel Viruet.
CHURCH OF THE SEA – Lavishly revisiting Eva’s myth
Greek doom/darkwave trio Church of the Sea returns with their haunting new album, Eva, released via These Hands Melt. A bold conceptual work, Eva reimagines the biblical story of Eve—not…
AURI – A Fantastic and Beautiful Tapestry of Emotions
With Auri III – Candles & Beginnings, released via Nuclear Blast Records, the trio of Tuomas Holopainen, Troy Donockley, and Johanna Kurkela return with a spellbinding new chapter in their musical journey.
OPIA – Welcome to the eternal door of life
UK gothic doom outfit Opia unveils their haunting debut album, I Welcome Thee, Eternal Sleep, via Hammerheart Records. A masterclass in atmospheric despair and emotional depth, the release captures the melancholic beauty in the acceptance of the inevitable, guiding listeners through shadowed corridors of sorrow and serenity.
LORRAINE LEWIS -Livin’ Out at the Greatest
Lorraine Lewis, the powerhouse frontwoman of Femme Fatale, is back with a vengeance in celebration of her brand-new single, “Living Like There’s No Tomorrow.”
ROYALE LYNN – Actually Unboxing The (Mental Health) Taboo
With her debut album “BLACK MAGIC”, Royale Lynn shatters expectations by thinking outside the box—literally. Inspired by the myth of Pandora’s Box, the record dives into a raw exploration of the artist’s personal struggles with mental health, unearthing demons and catharsis in equal measure.
BOBBIE DAZZLE – A world of fascinating glittering and fun
Conceived and brought to life by multi-talented singer Siân Greenway, Bobbie Dazzle is hell-bent on bringing the fun back to rock ‘n’ roll. with her debut album “Fandabidozi”
GAUPA – The unexpected big turning point
Swedish heavy stoner rockers GAUPA are charging into a new era with a slimmed-down line-up and a renewed sense of purpose.
FREEZE THE FALL – It’s Wonderful Storytelling Through Music
Canada’s modern rock/metal dynamic Freeze The Fall stands out for their raw intensity and emotional depth with the EP “The Red Garden” out now via 604 Records. Learn more about it together band members Quinn Mitzel, Jonah Goncalves, and Aria Becker
WHITE CIRCLE PROJECT – Neapolitan beautiful and enthralling melodies
White Circle Project blends progressive pop, acoustic, and classical sounds with a dark, introspective edge in their debut release “Close Your Eyes and See Your Ghosts”. Learn more on our interview here!
SPIDER ROCKETS – It’s looks like a Dirty and Bad show
In a raw and revealing interview with Helena Cos, the band opens up about their journey, gritty sound, and what keeps them at the forefront of the hard rock force pushing boundaries in today’s music scene.
SIGH – The genuine and inexorable passing of time
Japanese black metal legends SIGH celebrate 35 years of existence with a bold return to their roots. To mark this milestone, the avant-garde pioneers have chosen to revisit and reimagine…
PLASTIC RHINO – In a remarkable flow of constant music
LA alt/rock duo Plastic Rhino returns with a powerful new single, “TAKEITALL,” a track that boldly pushes musical boundaries by fusing dubstep and EDM elements with the band’s signature edgy, industrial hard rock sound
DALILA KAYROS – The revealing chant of the underworldly deities
Sardinian experimental industrial artist Dalila Kayros returns with a bold new vision on her latest release, “Khthonie”, out now on Subsound Records.
LIV KRISTINE – The ying and yang of a fantastic life
With the release of her 7th album under Metalville Records, Liv Kristine unveils her most personal and organic album to date.
HOTWAX – A world of unapologetic energy and raw emotion
HotWax is crashing onto the alternative rock scene with unapologetic energy and raw emotion. Their debut album, “Hot Shock”, released via Marathon Artists, is a fearless deep-dive into vulnerability and…
PENELOPE TRAPPES – An hypnotic trip into a requiem
Penelope Trappes emerges from isolation with a powerful new chapter in her musical journey, signing a fresh record deal with One Little Independent Records. Her new album, A Requiem, is a raw, spiritual journey—astonishingly vulnerable, and a compelling examination of loss: the threat of it, the meaning of it, and the coming to terms with it. In this special interview, we delve into this artist’s new era.
VULVARINE – From Austria with love (to rock)
High-energy rock’n’roll quartet VULVARINE is revving up to unleash their empowering sophomore album and Napalm Records debut, “Fast Lane” — and they’re kicking it into high gear. As part of…