Check out the interview I did with the lovely Rusty, vocalist from Electric Mary who played a corker of a set at Hard Rock Hell VI.  It was so good, it scored a 9 from the man himself.    

Not only did I speak to quite a few bands at the recent Hard Rock Hell VI festival, I also got to speak to Jonni Davis CEO of Chic Festivals and the creator of the Hard Rock Hell empire.  With two new festival in 2013 added to the line up along …

Another Saturday night another opportunity to watch some great bands in action, so I headed down to Brixton for what would prove to be a fantastic night of metal. On the bill that night were Diaries Of A Hero, Anthrax and Motörhead so I knew even before I got there …

I spoke to Bonafide at Hard Rock Hell VI last week to talk about the three (yes, count them, three!) UK tours this year.  I also threw some random questions at them for good measure.   Their new album ‘Ultimate Rebel’ is out now, so check it out.   Also get …

Just a short time before their set at hard Rock Hell VI I spoke to Jon from Jettblack who will tour with CrashDiet in April 2013, so get online and grab yourself a ticket.   https://www.facebook.com/JETTBLACKUK          

I met up with Luke Appleton, bass player in Iced Earth at Hard Rock Hell VI to talk about life on the road with Iced Earth, their upcoming World Dystopia tour and Belgium Beer.  Oh and cake, there’s always room for cake.     http://www.icedearth.com/        

Having played their set on Friday at Hard Rock Hell VI, I met up with BlackWolf who were chosen to play through Highway To Hell.  Their EP ‘Taking Root’ is available to buy so get onto their website and check it out.         Websites http://www.ukblackwolf.com/# https://www.facebook.com/ukblackwolf   …

In the middle of a European tour with Soil and Fozzy, I caught up with guitarist Danny Felice from Breed 77 literally right after their set on Sunday at HRH 6 to talk about their latest single ‘Drown’, gigs,  guitars, the Intrepid Fox (great venue) and King Diamond. Their new …

After their set on Sunday I caught up with the lovely Kobra from Kobra and the Lotus, who are currently touring with Buckcherry.     Their self-titled debut album is available to buiy on iTunes and Amazon.  Don’t forget to also check out their latest video ’50 Shades Of Evil’ …

On 23 October I headed down to the Electric Ballroom in Camden to watch what would turn out to be by far one of the best gigs I have been to this year.  I was totally enthralled from the word go! But before the night of metal commenced, I sat …

Last Wednesday saw the annual arrival of Halloween, one of my favourite holidays, so once again I happened upon Camden Town for a spot of gig’age.  Now this being the night when the veil is at its thinnest and the ghouls, monsters and freaks come out to play, one might …

Last week saw me heading just down the road to the Electric Ballroom for the Veil of Maya, The Devil Wears Prada and August Burns Red.  Now I’ll be the first to admit that this is not my favourite live venue as I find the sound can be a bit …

Just prior to their gig at in Shepherd’s Bush last weekend with Dragonforce, I caught up with Dani Evans from Alestorm to talk about what they’ve been up to since we last met in March this year, who would win a fight pirates or vikings and what their plans are …

On Saturday I got the chance to catch up with  Frédéric Leclercq from Dragonforce ahead of their headlining show at Shepherds Bush Appollo in London.  Click and have a listen to hear about their current tour, their recent album and preparing for the next release, miniture stowaways and more. \m/     …

I caught up with Wez4 and Adam da Rat from Dripback last week at The Underworld, Camden ahead of their gig with Nasum and Black Breath to talk about what they have been up to since we last met at Hammerfest earlier in the year, their upcoming album, planes, Dripfest, and much …

Last week was definitely a great week for gig’age and Tuesday saw me heading down to the O2 Academy in Angel for my second gig of the week.  This evening would be a Finnish affair with Profane Omen, Amoral and Ensiferum hitting the stage. To ensure I maxed out my …

Sunday night saw a large gathering at the historic Royal Albert Hall for Superjam, presented by The Sunflower Jam (http://www.thesunflowerjam.com/) and what a night this would turn out to be!  Not only for the immensity of the line-up but also for the very cause we were all there to support; …

I had the pleasure of catching up with Eluveitie‘s Anna Murphy, who plays the Hurdygurdy, vocals and flute in the band. First, could you describe Eluveitie for those that haven’t heard your music? Some heavily distorted guitars shredding around with flutes trying to cut through. And violins. And hurdy-gurdies, bagpipes …

Due to be released on 27 August 2012, ‘Unsung Heroes’ is the latest offering from Finnish folk-metallers Ensiferum. This is an interesting album and one that certainly gives your ears food for thought.  There are a variety of elements collected together throughout the 10 songs and at times can appears …

Playing on Sunday, Sa-Da-Ko were one of the last bands to grace the New Blood Stage at Bloodstock this year.  One of the last but by no means least and if you caught their set I know you’ll agree with me.  This is the interview I did after their set …