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“Upperhand” draws from the eerie, paranormal world of the game, turning the tension of CONTROL Resonant into a dark, cinematic metal anthem. Apocalyptica’s melancholic cellos and thunderous rhythms meet the distinctive vocals of Katrine Stenbekk (Kalandra), creating a track that feels equally at home on a movie soundtrack or a concert stage. Here is the… Continue Reading →

Kamelot have just released their new album, Dark Asylum, and will soon kick off the first leg of the Dark Asylum Tour with KamFest at 013 in Tilburg, the Netherlands. The band have now also announced the dates for the second leg of the tour, and here they are: 05/03/26 – Osnabrück, DE – Hyde Park06/03/26 – Groningen,… Continue Reading →

Emi Grace has unveiled her latest full release, ‘The Bliss Of Ignorance’, five songs of spiky, sassy and sensational rock.

A snapshot of not just who Emi is as a personality but also as a player, the EP features some of her biggest solos and boldest melodies to date. From the pomp at the heart of ‘Intuition’ to the technical playfulness of ‘Don’t Bother’, it is fun, fierce and flamboyant in all the right ways.

As much a statement of intent as a fork in the road, now is the time to jump on board before things kick up another gear.

It also serves as Emi’s first record since signing to ARRO Records, co-founded by Twenty One Pilots’ Tyler Joseph. 

Get stuck into the full EP below.

And here is the video for ‘Don’t Bother’:

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Well, shit. What a night this was going to be. I was pooped before I left the house, and I was expecting to have the crap entertained out of me. What I wasn’t expecting was opener Desecrated Extinction, a one-man “slamming porngrind” act from down the road, who had a half-full Slay spinning in circles … Continue reading Gig Review: Gutalax / Basement Torture Killings / Coprocephalic Mutation / Desecrated Extinction – Slay, Glasgow (20th September 2026)

Robin Trower has released his new single, “Faith,” from his latest studio album, Shine, which is available now.

The new single arrives as Trower continues a remarkable recording career that has spanned more than six decades. Known for his distinctive guitar tone, expressive playing, and blues-influenced sound, Trower remains an active recording artist, consistently releasing new material that builds on his musical legacy.

Speaking about the release of Shine, Trower expressed his satisfaction with the finished record.

“My new album Shine is out now. I’m very pleased with how this record has come together. There’s a lot of energy in these songs, and I hope you enjoy listening to them as much as we enjoyed making them.”

The album continues Trower’s collaboration with Richard Watts and Chris Taggart, a partnership that has become an important part of his recent recording output.

In his review for Blues Rock Review, Bob Liddycoat praised the album’s musicianship and the chemistry between the three musicians.

“This new album offers plenty of signature Trower guitar work, an abundance of soul and thoughtful lyrics. Over six decades, Trower has successfully fronted a variety of partners, almost exclusively in a trio format. And the partnership with Watts and Taggart is definitely a winning combination. The album will be a welcome addition to their recent collaborations.”

With Shine now available, “Faith” offers listeners another opportunity to hear Trower’s latest work as the veteran guitarist continues adding to an extensive catalog that includes his landmark 1974 album Bridge of Sighs.

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(written by Islander) The premiere we’re about to present is an unusual one in several respects. For one thing, the music isn’t brand new — it is an album named Deaditation that was released by the Canadian band Metaladian this past July — but the video is new, and it is a rare lyric video […]

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A remarkable chapter in rock history is finally being completed. Conceived years ago by Alice Cooper and his longtime collaborator Dick Wagner, Chester Rose was envisioned as a theatrical concept album in the spirit of Welcome to My Nightmare, a dark, cinematic production intended for both album and television.

From the beginning, Cooper and Wagner imagined the project being brought to life by a younger artist with the right voice, charisma, and theatrical presence. That artist became Maryann Cotton, who was discovered by Wagner and taken under his wing before being introduced to Cooper. Cotton later relocated from Copenhagen, Denmark, to Los Angeles to work directly on the album and its evolving concept.

Written by Alice Cooper, Dick Wagner, and Maryann Cotton, Chester Rose tells the story of a rock star turned serial killer whose twisted descent into lust, romance, obsession, and murder unfolds across twelve captivating tracks. The album takes listeners on a dramatic journey, beginning with explosive hard rock energy before evolving into darker and more sophisticated storytelling reminiscent of Lou Reed, Peter Gabriel, and classic Alice Cooper.

The first single, “Thief of Hearts,” is available now. ““Thief of Hearts” was one of the first songs Dick Wagner and Alice Cooper had written for the concept, and one of the very first songs Dick ever played for me.

Throughout this entire project, I’ve tried to stay respectful and true to the core of the original concept Dick created, while at the same time expanding on it and ultimately turning it into Maryann Cotton’s world. With “Thief of Hearts” in particular, I wanted to stay as true as possible to Alice’s original vocal lines and phrasing from the original version that was presented to me. It was important to me to preserve the DNA of what Dick and Alice created while still making the song my own.

I remember hearing the song for the first time and being completely blown away. As a lifelong Alice Cooper fan, it immediately took me back to somewhere between 1975 and 1977. It had that unmistakable Cooper/Wagner trademark, feel and attitude. You could hear exactly where it came from”, says Maryann Cotton.

Although extensive pre-production work was completed and multiple versions of the project were developed, the album was never fully recorded or released. Tragically, Dick Wagner passed away shortly before the project was scheduled to enter the studio.

Determined to fulfill the vision he had shared with Cooper and Wagner, Cotton revisited the project two years ago. He reopened the original Pro Tools sessions, painstakingly restoring Wagner’s guitar riffs and solos while carefully cleaning, editing, and mixing the material to preserve its original spirit. Longtime collaborator Steve Hunter became an integral part of the process, contributing throughout the completion of the album.

Adding to the project’s significance, Tommy Henriksen of Hollywood Vampires contributed both rhythm and lead guitar performances. Much of the album features the legendary guitar partnership of Steve Hunter and Dick Wagner, making Chester Rose the final recording in rock history to feature performances from both musicians together. The result is a powerful and timeless hard rock album that bridges generations while preserving the creative vision of two of rock’s most celebrated collaborators.

Pre-Order Chester Rose on CD, LP, and Limited Signed Bundles here.

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Mechanized were one of the many bands that VIP punters got to enjoy on their very own stage (alongside a mind-boggling array of beers and ciders). Sean caught them before the escaped into the cool shadows of the VIP tent. Mechanized: facebook | instagram | spotify | bandcamp | youtube