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.
HER PICTURE – Literature is the new alternative rock
Glasgow-based alt-rock trio Her Picture geared up to release their new EP, Feed Me Hope, back this June. The EP’s tracks draw inspiration from the rich tapestry of Greek mythology, specifically the Five Rivers of the Underworld.
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.
BURNING WITCHES – Pioneering a new era
Following the classic heavy metal tones of their previous record, ‘The Dark Tower’ (2023), on this their sixth studio album (due 25th August 2025), Swiss metal merchants Burning Witches return…
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.
THE VIOLENT HOUR – Surprisingly out of the comfort zone
Ex-Butcher Babies Carla Harvey is back with her new project The Violent Hour out now on Megaforce Records. Read our review from Dave “Ravenheart” Smith.
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.
MARISSA NADLER – Unconditional back to the roots
Listening to Marissa Nadler‘s music is like being hit by a slow-motion explosion.At first, you may remain indifferent and perhaps a little bored by these sparse, almost desert-like folk songs.…