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ALBUM REVIEW – MORTIIS: GHOSTS OF EUROPA

Music is and always will be subjective. That is why it is so unique and we all adore it. Sometimes, despite this subjectivity, there will be an artist who comes along and revolutionises the craft of songwriting, and that is exactly where the Norwegian dungeon synth, and former black metal legend Mortiis comes in. After getting kicked out of the legendary band Emperor, he discovered the sound he is now world renowned for. For three decades he worked on his craft and the results are in his tracks,...
Distorted Sound Magazine •

ALBUM REVIEW: HUN - The Hu - Distorted Sound Magazine

THE HU need no introduction. Bursting onto the scene in 2018, the Mongolian band have since pulled off something most rock and metal bands could never, showcasing the culture of their country by including authentic Mongol sounds and instruments. Ultimately leading them to fame and virality, and on their third album HUN, the band have opted to create a more straight forward listening experience. One which captures the sounds and ambience of their native land, and one which features some more main...
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FESTIVAL REVIEW: Fortress Festival 2026 - Distorted Sound Magazine

Some festivals seem to impress with their lineup every year. Fortress Festival, who has impressed year after year with their UK exclusives and worldwide live debuts, has managed to somehow book their most varied lineup yet for this year, which includes a debut live show from GALLOWBRAID as a headliner, as well as numerous other debuts and sole performances for the two-day event. Due to this, it is no surprise to see why this year the black metal gathering was sold out yet again. But is this full...
Soundsphere magazine •

Interview: August Burns Red Talk New Album Mental Health And Song Writing Process - Soundsphere magazine

There are few bands in the metalcore scene that are as talked about in recent years, as August Burns Red. The American band are not only known for their authentic lyrics most notably about mental health topics, but also for their distinct brand of this heavy metal subgenre as where most bands have clean vocalists within this subgenre, for most of the time, August Burns Red use mostly harsh vocals both for choruses and verses. This year, marks the release of their brand new album, Season Of Surre...
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Album Review: August Burns Red - Season Of Surrender - Soundsphere magazine

Few bands in current day metalcore can master the art of making harsh vocals ferocious, yet catchy. Over the years, this is something which August Burns Red have mastered, and is now a quintessential part of their identity. What makes the American band stand out even more is the fact that their guitar parts are incredibly intricate and tough to execute. On Season Of Surrender, the five-piece showcase both of these elements, and show off the talent of each individual musician, making for a releas...
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Winterfylleth: Mastering A Journey - Distorted Sound Magazine

Upon thinking about extreme metal bands in the UK that consistently stay relevant, WINTERFYLLETH should be on the top of every black metal list. Now nine albums in, the band clearly show that they are more motivated and passionate as ever. Once again proving why they are amongst the elite British black metal bands.

Every time WINTERFYLLETH release a new album, the band likes to keep the subject matter current and relevant. According to vocalist and guitarist Chris Naughton, this has also been t...
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EP REVIEW: Sorry About The Plague - Knife Bride - Distorted Sound Magazine

There are few bands who are capable of turning metalcore into a sound that not only stands out, but delivers. When such a group does emerge, they instantly stand out. KNIFE BRIDE are quickly becoming one of the fastest rising names in British metal currently, as with each release and tour, the Brighton based outfit continuously expand their stage presence and larger than life sound. Sorry About The Plague whilst short, evidently continues this evolution, as these five tracks are the most mature,...
Out Of Rage Magazine •

LIVE FROM THE PIT: Beyond The Black, SETYØURSAILS and Seraina Telli

BEYOND THE BLACK are no typical symphonic metal act. Their mix of symphonic and at times electronic elements set them apart from other bands within this subgenre such as EPICA. The German outfit also rarely visits the UK. The last time the band toured the country was in 2022, and that was a co-headline with electronic metallers AMARANTHE. This time, though, BEYOND THE BLACK have returned to the O2 Ritz, the same venue they co-headlined with their Swedish friends, but as proper headliners, and wi...
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REVIEW: 1914 - Viribus Unitis

Have you ever seen a war documentary? There always seems to be a mix of archival footage and sounds, with modern day documentarians and interviewees. This kind of approach is rarely seen in music. That is because most artists are not 1914. This Ukrainian blackened death metal outfit have a history of creating conceptual albums that revolve around the great war, and on their fourth album, Viribus Unitis, the band have crafted something truly spectacular. An album that is part documentary and part...
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Tonic Music On The Need A Tonic? Mental Health Campaign - Soundsphere magazine

Mental health and music go hand in hand, and perhaps there is no charity that focuses on this more than Tonic Music. This established charity focuses on specialised mental health support for workers in the music industry and fans alike.
Tonic Music have recently announced a new campaign called Need A Tonic?, which focuses on giving different resources to the different kind of people involved in music; fans, artists and venue staff. To fully understand what this new campaign is all about, Soundsp...
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Concert Review - Defects [Rebellion Manchester] October 31, 2024 - Soundsphere magazine

Throughout this year, there has not been too many British bands who toured only throughout the UK. Enter Defects. The English metalcore titans have been making a name for themselves through exhilarating live shows and mammoth tracks after releasing their debut album Modern Error.
A few tour dates in, it was finally Halloween evening which could only mean one thing. It was time for Manchester to experience one of the most exciting metalcore shows of the year.
Consisting of three bands, this run i...