Stormgarde – “The Answer” (2008)
Independent Release Review by Tony Cannella I first became aware of Germany’s Stormgarde via their excellent 2004 demo. Now, over three years later they have issued their debut full-length release…
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Solsikk – “Solsikk” EP (2008)
Independent Release Review by Tony Cannella From London come the 4-piece band known as Solsikk. The band personel is as follows: Vykki (Vocals), Chris (Guitar), Mark (Bass) and Matt (Drums).…
Ragg – “Ragg” (2008)
Label: Slagg Records Review by Tony Cannella Ragg are a band from California. They feature 5-members in their ranks – including two females (on vocals & guitar). The band have…
Skylark – “Divine Gates Part III : The Last Gate” (2007)
Label: Underground Symphony/Soundholic Records/Renaissance Records Review by Tony Cannella Italy’s Skylark have quite a history. The band has been around since 1994 and If I’m not mistaken, this is actually…
Sanity Falls – “Sanguis Cordi Suffusus” DEMO (2008)
Independent Release Review by Tony Cannella Sanity Falls is the name of this powerhouse quartet from Leeds, England. The current band line up looks like this: Jinny (Vocals), Pete (Guitar),…
Pin-Up Went Down – “2Unlimited” (2008)
Label: Ascendance Records Review by Tony Cannella Wow! All I can say is wow! Pin-Up Went Down are unlike any band I have ever heard. Before I put this CD…
Mumble Rumble – “Tredici” (2008)
Label : Latlantide Review by Tony Cannella From Bologna, Italy comes the uniquely monikered all-female band Mumble Rumble. This band’s history actually dates back to 1990 and they have just…
Korrigan – Demo (2008)
Independent Release Review by Tony Cannella From Greece comes Korrigan. They play a powerful mix of Black, Death and just plan old heavy metal. It is a good interesting mix…
Julian’s Lullaby – “I Can Hear You Thinking” DEMO (2008)
Independent Release Review by Tony Cannella Julian’s Lullaby are from Greece and they feature duel male and female vocals. They play what can be described as a mix of folk,…
Janey Summer – “Along the Way” (2008)
Label: Independent Release/Holier Than Thou Records Review by Tony Cannella This CD caught me completely by surprise. Janey Summer is a talented singer/songwriter from the UK. On her debut release…
In Crimson – Demo (2008)
Independent Release Review by Tony Cannella From Ohio comes the 4-piece band known as In Crimson. The band are fronted by vocalist/bassist Maggie Larimore. Bill Cashdollar (Drums), Alex Furst (Guitar)…
Heonia – “Simulacra” EP (2008)
Independent Release Review by Tony Cannella Heonia is a 6-piece band from France. Their line-up is as follows: Marieke (Vocals), Rudy (Drums), Cédric (Rhythm Guitars), Cléo (Bass), Damien (Keyboards) and…
VV. AA. – “Ferocity & Femminity” (Femme Metal Compilation) (2008)
Label: Anthem Records Review by Tony Cannella Metal is truly a worldwide phenomenon. Okay, maybe that is the understatement of all time but it is great to see how metal…
Evenoire – “I Will Stay” (2008)
Independent Release Review by Tony Cannella Is Italy fast becoming the capital of the female fronted metal world? It sure seems that way. Another great band to emerge from that…
Crystal Viper – “The Last Axeman” (2008)
Label : Karthago Records Review by Tony Cannella Crystal Viper are a female fronted band from Poland. Their last album “Curse of Crystal Viper” announced the bands mission statement, loud…
Crysalys – “White Lotus on Acheron’ Shores” EP (2008)
Independent Release/SG Promotions Review by Tony Cannella Crysalys are a 5-piece band out of Italy. They are fronted by vocalist Chiara Malvestiti (aka Dusk) and they have just released their…
Dyonisis – “Blue Shift” EP (2008)
Independent Release Review by Tony Cannella I was a big fan of the self-titled debut from the U.K.’s Dyonisis, so I was very excited when I recieved a copy of…
Dunwich – “Heilagmanoth” (2008)
Independent Release Review by Tony Cannella I have been reviewing CDs for over ten years and in that time I have been fortunate enough to be exposed to many great…
Doro – “Celebrate – The Night of the Warlock” EP (2008)
Label: AFM Records Review by Tony Cannella On December 2008, Doro has celebrated her 25th anniversary as a performer. Man, how time flies. The German metal queen has released a…
Decembers Fall – “Awakening” (2008)
Independent Release Review by Tony Cannella Decembers Fall are a female fronted 4-piece outfit from New York City. The band is fronted by singer/songwriter Francesca Scivetti. She is joined by…