(Andy Synn has four more recommendations from last month that you may not have checked out yet) They say one of the most important thing an artist has to learn is not just what it put in to their work… but what to leave out. And, let me tell you… I am no artist, so having to leave […]
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Sharon Osbourne, widow and longtime manager of Ozzy Osbourne, has confirmed in a new interview with Metal Hammer magazine that Ozzfest will return in 2027, once again launching at Villa Park — the home ground of Aston Villa Football Club in Birmingham, United Kingdom, and the venue where Ozzy delivered his final performance at the “Back To The Beginning” concert on July 5, 2025. “It’s going to be at Villa Park again,” Sharon said. “Whether it’ll be two nights [in Birmingham], that’s up for the fans to tell me.”
As for which artists may perform at the 2027 edition, Sharon stayed tight-lipped. “Of course we’re speaking to people,” she said. “I can’t let that out yet, but it’ll be soon.” She did offer one hint: she said she wants to “see Rob Halford there” — widely read as pointing toward a Judas Priest appearance.
During a February 2026 episode of “The Osbournes” podcast, Sharon outlined the plan more fully, describing two days at Villa Park followed by a two-day North American run. Her son Jack Osbourne confirmed the two-day Villa Park format and “two days in North America somewhere,” with Sharon adding: “Yeah. And then see how it does. And then if people want it, we’ll be there [in the] following years.” She also noted that while 2027 will not be a traveling festival, there are tentative plans to take Ozzfest on the road in 2028 and beyond if demand is there.
Sharon described what set Ozzfest apart from rival festivals: “It was more fun. When you go to other festivals, everybody’s so uptight. But that was always the thing about our festival. There was never anybody jockeying for position or thought they were better than anyone else. It was a summer camp.”
Ozzfest launched 30 years ago as the first national music festival dedicated to hard rock. The traveling U.S. edition ran from 1996 through 2007 before evolving into a series of one-off events. The 2017 installment merged with Slipknot’s Knotfest for a two-day run that drew over 17,000 concertgoers, with Ozzy headlining.
At an October 2023 taping of “The Osbournes” podcast, Sharon spoke candidly about what made Ozzfest financially unsustainable, pointing to escalating manager demands. She recalled an early edition — the second or third Ozzfest — in which an act refused to take the stage until she agreed to pay them an extra $10,000. When Jack pressed her to name the band, Sharon replied: “Glenn Danzig.” Jack’s response: “Why are you gonna protect that twat?” Sharon said she never paid. “They went on and played, and I went, ‘F**k you. You signed a contract, your agent agreed it, and you’re just gouging.’”
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Most of us know James Ellis Ford as the producer of some of the most important UK albums of the past 20 years or so. But when his own life circumstances become extreme enough, like his current battle with acute myeloid leukemia, Ford might make an album of his own. Later this month, Ford will release his second solo LP Lost In Another World. He recorded it entirely by himself in a hospital bed last year, while going through chemotherapy treatments.
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This song begins intensely and creates a sci-fi atmosphere that envelops the listener. However, as you delve deeper into the music, it does not convey a dystopian feeling. Instead, it inspires a sense of wonder, encouraging you to lift your gaze and embrace the universal energy that surrounds us. The curiosity fostered by this track pushes listeners to explore beyond the limits of human existence.
The song erupts with an exhilarating rhythm and a vibrant chorus that propels you into space. It is a truly remarkable piece that draws you in and transports you far away from your current setting. Throughout, the song employs dynamic shifts that allow the verses to breathe before catapulting into the explosive chorus. This interplay presents a hardness influenced by rock with slight industrial elements.
Definitely, the instrumentation has a futuristic quality that feels fresh and innovative. The production strikes a perfect balance between human emotion and artificial elements. This combination lends credibility and intensity to the overall listening experience. When you close your eyes while listening, you can envision yourself soaring through space, floating in the infinite cosmos.
The intricacies of the song lead to an impressive structure. The verses feature a stripped-down approach that sets an introspective tone. In these moments, listeners are invited to reflect on their own experiences, pondering the deeper connections with the universe. As the song crescendos into the chorus, this bubble of calm shatters, resulting in a powerful thrust of energy that jolts you into action.
The chorus showcases not only strength but a sense of liberation. It serves as an anthem for those who desire to break free from the mundane. By channeling this energy, the song motivates individuals to pursue their aspirations and understand their place within the universe. This theme resonates throughout, revealing the human spirit’s quest for growth and exploration.
The raw emotion embedded in the vocals enhances the overall impact of the song. The dynamic shifts create a sense of anticipation as one awaits the next explosion of sound. The introspective verses serve as reminders of the vastness of our realities, while the chorus invigorates the spirit.
“Weird Shit in Outer Space” leaves an indelible mark. Earth Left has crafted a single that not only entertains but inspires. It brings forth an uplifting message, encouraging listeners to explore the infinite. The balance of heavy rock elements and futuristic production creates an engaging atmosphere. This journey ultimately propels the audience beyond terrestrial confines and into a state of wonder.
From its haunting start to its explosive finish, the song creates a rich landscape for the mind to wander. Each element thoughtfully contributes to the overall narrative, leaving listeners invigorated and eager for more. Earth Left invites you to lose yourself in this experience, ultimately pushing the boundaries of music into uncharted territories.
Inspiring
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Posted on August 3rd 2026, 4:04pm
This past Saturday, renowned producer Dahi brought his forthcoming project, Black Boy (Alternative), to the stage in Inglewood, California, ahead of its Aug. 28 release. Hosted at sister dreamer, “lauren halsey’s architectural ode to tha surge n splurge of south central los angeles,” the performance featured a lineup of special guests including Childish Gambino, Vince Staples, Ravyn Lenae, Channel Tres, Mez, French Anthony, and Jesse Boykins III.
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Review: Wailing Banshees With Rattlesnakes, Moskito & Heartstrung The Drill, Lincoln – August 1st , 2026 Reviewer / Photographer – Dan Mann Those fine chaps at Upstaged put together a four band bill at what is a rather splendid venue, namely The Drill in Lincoln. I’m going to be honest and say that the first […]
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For nearly 30 years, the Cincinnati musician Yoni Wolf has been making music under the name WHY? — first as an abstract rap traveler and Anticon co-founder, then as the leader of an always-evolving indie rock band. WHY?’s most recent album was The Well I Fell Into, a 2024 account of a devastating breakup. This fall, Wolf will follow it with Oh Golly / Yes Lord, a new LP about living a middle-aged life in the aftermath of that breakup.
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Japanese metal pioneers Sigh have shared a music video for “Unputenpu,” the debut single from their upcoming new studio album, Goh-ka. The video was directed by Costin Chioreanu. Among the additional contributors to the track, Mikael Åkerfeldt of Opeth delivers a special guest guitar solo.
Speaking about the new track, frontman and band mastermind Mirai Kawashima said: “Honestly, I have no idea at all how the song sounds to other people. Shuffle is the world-widely used rhythm, and Japan is no exception. I’ve been using this rhythm in songs like ‘Shikigami’, ‘Ecstatic Transformation’ and ‘Midnight Sun’, but I guess I have completed my own Japanese style on ‘Unputenpu’. The guitar lead by Mikael Åkerfeldt from Opeth definitely gives another boost to the song.
“‘Unputenpu’ expresses the idea that whether a person is blessed with good fortune or struck by misfortune is determined by God’s will, the will of heaven, fate, or something totally beyond our control, and we cannot do anything to change it. Anyone could die today or lose somebody you love. Life can be cruel any time. The song is based on my personal experience, but I don’t want to talk about the details…”
Pre-order the album here.
Goh-ka draws on the sonic DNA of Celtic Frost, Voivod and Black Sabbath, filtered through the lens of horror movies, Japanese musical traditions, psychedelic rock, progressive rock and classical music across close to an hour of material. Kawashima describes it as equally personal — both musically and lyrically — as the band’s previous album, Shiki.
The album title “Goh-ka” carries a triple meaning in Japanese: infernal fire scorching sinners; the immense conflagration that burns down the world at the end of time; and karma.
The primary thematic thread running through the record is “Kuso-zu,” a series of Buddhist paintings depicting the nine stages of a human body’s decomposition after death, created to encourage meditation on life’s impermanence and the inevitability of death. Related is “Kuso-shi,” a poem based directly on those images. The artwork on the cover and in the booklet of Goh-ka consists of actual Kuso-zu paintings.
Sigh’s current lineup comprises Kawashima, vocalist/saxophonist Dr Mikannibal and guitarist Nozomu Wakai, joined by bassist Frédéric Leclercq (Kreator, Dragonforce) and drummer Mike Heller (Raven, Fear Factory). Goh-ka was mixed and mastered by Lasse Lammert at LSD Studios in Germany.
Sigh formed in Japan in 1989/1990 and released their genre-classic black metal debut, Scorn Defeat, in 1993. Over three subsequent decades, the band evolved into one of metal’s most singular avant-garde forces, fusing psychedelic, jazz, progressive and classical elements into an ever-expanding catalog. Their most recent releases include Shiki (2022) — their first for Peaceville Records — and I Saw The World’s End: Hangman’s Hymn MMXXV (2025), a re-recording of their 2008 Hangman’s Hymn album created as part of their 35th-anniversary celebrations.
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