When did Shadows Lie Within begin & what made you choose the name? We began in 2009 when we met at college in 2009, but we were originally called Dead on Impact. We changed it as an American band had already taken the name. We basically started out as we …
Read More »Trevor Phipps, UNEARTH – Aug 2011
I had the pleasure of sending & receiving this fantastic in-depth email interview from Trevor Phipps, vocalist of UNEARTH. Please introduce yourself to the readers. This is Trevor Phipps, vocalist from the American Metal band Unearth. When did the story of UNEARTH begin? We formed in 1998. What …
Read More »UNEARTH – Darkness In The Light (CD)
“Charging out of the late 90s Massachusetts underground in a storm of thunderous riffs and focused aggression, in 2011 Unearth proudly stand at the forefront of modern metal. With Darkness In the Light, their fifth full-length, the quintet have delivered their most honest, powerful, and compelling statement to date, driving …
Read More »Tormenta – Tormented Souls (CD)
This EP captures the root sound of Tormenta. “Tormented Souls” defines the first take of Tormenta’s work to bring about new age thrash metal into the world. Ranging from old school heavy thrash to new age brutality, the music has a way to reminisce the feeling of how the songs …
Read More »Slytract – Existing Unreal (CD)
These headbangers from Hungary were established in 2005 May, after Gábor B. Melegh’s previous band disbanded. Months later Tamás Galántay joined the band as the new drummer and the band really started to get noticed. After 2 EP’s they released their debut album ‘Explanation: Unknown in Vienna‘ in 2008. Szabolcs …
Read More »Komatoze – ‘Sucker For Love’ and ‘Stand Up’ (CD)
Komatoze’s new tracks ‘Sucker For Love’ & ‘Stand Up’ are a superb example of how far these guys from Greenock have progressed since they started out in 2007. Still in touch with their original sound however they have grown up with it and then perfected their distinctive, foot stomping, head …
Read More »Connor Williamson from Komatoze, Aug 2011
Email interview with Connor from Komatoze. A quick introduction to the band, what the guys have been up to, gigs and of course their fantastic new tracks that have just been released on itunes. When did Komatoze begin & what made you choose the name? It all happened kind of …
Read More »The Ransack – Bloodline (CD)
Hailing from the north of Portugal their reputation as one of the country’s finest exports is well-deserved. With 10 solid years of underground activity, they naturally became the Portuguese flagship of Melodeath. The guys have pushed themselves to new limits for ‘Bloodline’ their third studio album and created their most …
Read More »Nerrus Kor, Cathouse, Glasgow July 2011
I had the pleasure of interviewing all the guys from Nerrus Kor after they finished their brutally awesome set at The Cathouse on the 29th July. We were limited on time so only managed a quick catch up with the guys on what Nerrus Kor is about & stands for …
Read More »After Oblivion – Vultures
Risen from the ashes of Path Beyond Serenity, an oriental flavoured melodic death metal band! After Oblivion came to life in 2007. Eastern melodies were ditched for a more intense and sharp sound, still very resolutely rooted in traditional Death Metal, a genre often perceived as destined into oblivion. And …
Read More »Nerrus Kor, The Cathouse, Glasgow, 29/7/11 (GIG)
Triple G Music organised a tremendous night, with a bill like Nerrus Kor, Diementia, Lets Play God and Sintonic, you know you’re going to be in for a thrashing enjoyable evening and of course it was! Local lads Sintonic kicked off the night in true style, unfortunately their lead vocals …
Read More »Pat Wilson from Weezer – Drummer Cam Video
Meet Pat Wilson. Drummer from popular rock combo Weezer. See how he drums and cymbals. See how he owns the stage for Weezer’s gig at O2 Academy Brixton via the intimate 4 cameras rigged on his drum kit. Watch Pat’s introduction and then choose from 2 full tracks at the …
Read More »James Britton, Anterior Interview June 2011
Email interview with James Britton, bassist from Anterior. A quick round up of their headlining tour and Sonisphere slot, along with some new album news. What is your favourite song/album at the moment? My favourite song at this moment in time would be In Flames – Deliver Us. Absolutely amazing …
Read More »Overview of Hellfest, Clisson, France 17-19th June 2011
For the last few years Hellfest has gone from strength to strength, with amazing line ups, on site improvements. Hellfest has grown into a festival that can compete with all big festivals without losing its unique feel, charm and size. If you have never heard of it, Hellfest a captivating …
Read More »Achren, The Classic Grand, Glasgow 24/06/2011 (GIG)
This was Achren only local gig before the guys head off and tear up Metalcamp and Wacken, then back to Blighty for Bloodstock over the next few months so we decided to go see the guys before they headed off on their European travels. We arrived at the CG and …
Read More »L.A Guns, The Classic Grand, Glasgow 21/06/2011 (GIG)
After a slight line up change, opening tonight’s gig where local lads, Tragic City Thieves. I had heard of them however never seen them live and the guys did a great set. Def worth checking out, especially if you like the Glam meets Deathpunk style music. Next up were Venrez …
Read More »Winds of Plague – Against The World (CD)
The Southern California purveyors of pain are going to quickly change the landscape of heavy music upon the release of their much anticipated release, “Against The World”, which is a perfect metallic assault of angst ridden fury. The group went back to their roots channelling the basic, urban hardcore elements, …
Read More »Lord Zion, Spit Like This – Cathouse, Glasgow May 2011
We managed to catch up with the lovely Lord Zion at the Cathouse during the Tigertailz set for a quick interview about the current tour and the new album. Hi how are you tonight? I’m great thank you. This is your 2nd last night of this tour, hows the tour …
Read More »Idiom – We Can’t All Be Superheroes EP (CD)
This EP kicks off to a powerful start with “Beast of Bodmin” in metal-rap with a great groove style. Its catchy and distinctive. “True Story” and ” Can’t Be” have a more Rage Against The Machine feel to them. All the tracks are filled solid guitar & bass riffs, driving …
Read More »Cerebral Bore – Maniacal Miscreation (CD)
Ultra brutal Death Metal topped by female vocalist Som playing no-nonsense sick Death Metal in the vein of Decapitated, Cannibal Corpse all the way to Devourment. This album serves up some fantastic death metal lyrics screams & growls from Som. Along with in your face brutal guitars and powerful drumming. …
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