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Glen Matlock Looks Back at the Sex Pistols and Beyond
"Musically, we kind of knew what we didn't want to sound like," the bassist tells UCR, remembering the early days of the future punk legends. Continue reading… -
Now & Then: Joshua Ray Walker’s Ain’t Dead Yet and the reach of Guitar Town
Joshua Ray Walker’s Ain’t Dead Yet and Steve Earle’s Guitar Town are separated by four decades, but they share a clear country music lineage. Both albums come from writers who use traditional country materials without treating them as fixed rules. Earle’s 1986 debut helped open space for country records with tougher guitars, direct storytelling, and singer-songwriter focus. Walker’s new album works in that same lane, with a more personal and present-tense sense of survival. -
Who Are the ‘Big 4’ of ’70s Rock Bands?
The cream of the crop from rock's golden age. Continue reading… -
The Gathering + LizZard @ Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London, UK
The Gathering + LizZard @ Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London, UK Tuesday 19th May 2026 Photography by Artur Tarczewski Review by Kira Levine In celebration of […]
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“They said a four-minute single containing lyrics about Jesus would never get played on pop radio”: The US singer loved by John Lennon and hated by right-wing Christian groups who wrote the last great hippie anthem – and then vanished into obscurity
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The Altar Demands More: Inside The Gates Of NECROSONIC FESTIVAL With WITCHSKULL
Necrosonic Festival returns to Mansfield Tavern on Saturday, August 22 2026 and the full lineup has been revealed to the masses! With dual headliners Rivers of Nihil (USA) and our very own Psycroptic, alongside exclusive reunions, one-off performances and long-awaited resurrections ~ this year’s ritual is the most formidable yet. With a massive deference to […] -
The Best Song on Every Motley Crue Album
From debaucherous tales of the Sunset Strip to chart-topping power ballads, Mötley Crüe have done it all. Here are the best songs from each of the Crüe's studio releases. Continue reading… -
Teaze: Rev Your Engines Review
Canadian hard rockers Teaze released three albums at the end of the 1970s and their fourth in 1980 before disappearing. Each one a fine effort however the band didn’t enjoy too much commercial success outside their home and native land bar Japan. A few years ago on the suggestion of a friend, I bought One […]
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Complete List of Ciara Songs From A to Z
The arrival of Ciara in 2004 permanently shifted the axis of modern R&B and pop music, introducing a sound that seamlessly welded classic southern street beats with unparalleled kinetic dance showmanship. Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, the singer-songwriter and dancer earned the immediate title of the “First Lady of Crunk&B” with the release of her historic, chart-topping debut anthem “Goodies.” Armed with an iconic breathy vocal style, highly innovative syncopated vocal phrasing, and an extraordinary athletic capability as a live performer, Ciara modernized the vocal blueprint of urban pop music and created some of the most enduring club anthems of the
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Sonic Salvation: August Burns Red Unleashes Emotional 11th Album "Season of Surrender"
In a career spanning over two decades, August Burns Red has consistently pushed the boundaries of modern metalcore. Today, the band marks another monumental milestone with the release of their 11th studio album, Season of Surrender, via Fearless Records.
This new record is described by vocalist Jake Luhrs as their most collaborative and emotionally vulnerable work to date. “It’s about recognizing there’s a choice to make,” Luhrs shared. “You can either let trauma define you, or you can surrender it and heal. This album is the sound of that healing process.”
A Legacy of Resilience
From the blistering speed of “S.O.S.” to the hauntingly beautiful closer “Forged by Failure,” Season of Surrender is a masterclass in technical precision and raw sincerity. The album features 11 tracks that showcase why ABR remains at the pinnacle of the genre, even after 20 years of ups and downs as a musical family.
Fans can expect the signature crushing breakdowns and intricate guitar work that have become the band’s hallmark, but with an added layer of maturity and hope. As the band prepares to take these new anthems on the road, Season of Surrender stands as a testament to the power of resilience in the face of life’s greatest challenges.
Stream & Support:
- Get the Album: Official ABR Site
- Deep Metal Analysis: MTVIEW Blog