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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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).
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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”
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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.
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BLACKBRIAR – Welcome to this gothic universe now

With a vivid cinematic vision, Blackbriar returns with their third full-length album, A Thousand Little Deaths. In this exclusive interview with Rene Boxem and drummer vocalist Zora Cock, the band delves into the heart of their artistry, exploring the shadows and stories that breathe life into their music.
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MONO INC. – Embracing the powerful darkness in life

Dark rock giants MONO INC. return with their powerful new release, “In My Darkness”, out now via NoCut. Known for their anthemic sound and emotionally charged themes, the band continues to explore the balance between shadow and light, celebrating the inner strength and resilience we all carry within us.
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SOWULO – The spectacular and continuous circle of life

The continuous cycles of the universe take center stage in Sowulo’s new album NIHT, a work steeped in the spiritual philosophy of ancient Northern Europe. Guided by founder Faber Horbach, Sowulo explores themes of darkness, renewal, and timeless human connection. For the first time, Sowulo singer Micky Huisman speaks about “NIHT” accompanying the release.
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