Maand: februari 2025

The Canadian trash/power metal band recently released ‘Save Our Souls’. You can hear influences from bands like: Iron Maiden, Judas Priest and Metallica. Among other things, the lyrics are about PTSD (Post Tramatic Stress Disorder), self-reflection and the state of the world today. The starkly sung words in, for example, ‘Save Our Souls’ fit this … lees verder

‘Lost Horizon’ has four songs, including two epics. Each song has its own story. ‘Garden Of Eden’ has an unusual start, the same goes for the first twist. A man talks about his relation break-up and memories. Various emotions and blames can be heard in the (stacked) vocals and music.‘The Letter’ is a particular love … lees verder

German band Nachtblut mixes dark metal with classical elements, new wave and even western influences. This is wrapped up in rousing rhythms, heavy riffs and catchy, sometimes almost poppy melodies. They criticise modern social issues. Death features in a number of lyrics. ‘Von Hass Getrieben’ has a serene, classically-oriented start. Songs like ‘Todschick’ and ‘Das … lees verder

Dutch prog rock/metal band The Aurora Project will release ‘EVOS12’ on 21 February. This is the first part of a two-part concept album. After Dronewars, people in the big cities lost their sense of purpose. New World leaders took advantage of this, widening the gap between them and the people. In a city that once … lees verder

Dragonknight is a new Finnish metal band founded by metal veterans.They make accessible power metal with beautiful melodies, catchy rhythms, cool riffs and classical elements. Their music is for lovers of bands such as Blind Guardian and Sabaton.The instrumental ‘Through Sea And Fire’ opens almost fairytale-like. The light classical music and choral vocals become more … lees verder