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Flotsam and Jetsam Face Logistical Hurdles for U.S. Touring
Vocalist Eric 'A.K.' Knutson explains the financial realities of touring in the States compared to Europe.
3.0
VOLBEATGod Of Angels Trust
Volbeat trade their signature swagger for a bloated, repetitive exercise in self-indulgence on this latest outing.
9.0
FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCHLegacy
A masterclass in groove metal, 'Legacy' cements the band's status as heavy metal titans.
3.0
WINGS OF STEELWinds of Time
A sprawling, over-produced excursion into traditional heavy metal that prioritises cinematic scale over structural integrity.
8.0
GHOSTSkeletá
A masterclass in occult atmosphere, blending haunting keyboard textures with razor-sharp hooks.
4.0
DREAM THEATERParasomnia
Dream Theater trade raw danger for clinical precision in a sprawling, safe exploration of the subconscious.
2.0
CASTLE RATThe Bestiary
A bloated, aimless slog through a fantasy wasteland that sacrifices heavy metal weight for hollow theatricality.
6.0
BLACK LABEL SOCIETYEngines of Demolition
A weary, plodging trek through familiar territory that fails to ignite the spark of true heavy metal fire.
7.0
AUGUST BURNS REDSeason of Surrender
A polished, technically proficient slab of metalcore that prioritises precision over raw danger.
8.0
REXORIAFallen Dimension
A haunting, atmospheric journey through melodic heavy metal that balances crushing weight with ethereal beauty.
5.0
MEGADETHMegadeth
Megadeth’s latest effort is a lukewarm, identity-muddled slog that fails to ignite the spark of their thrasher roots.
Armored Saint Unleash Heavyweight Set in Lund
A fan-filmed video captures Armored Saint's blistering performance in Sweden as they support Testament.
Megadeth Join Forces with Testament and Black Label Society for Massive 2027 European Farewell Tour
Megadeth have announced a massive 24-date European run in 2027 alongside heavy metal titans Testament and Black Label Society.
John 5 Taps 'Duke of Spook' Wednesday 13 for Debut Vocalist Role in The Creatures
Guitar legend John 5 enlists horror-rock icon Wednesday 13 to front his first-ever vocal lineup on tour.
Lita Ford Eyes September Release for New Studio Album
Hard rock icon Lita Ford is pushing through the final paperwork to get her long-awaited new record into fans' hands.
8.0
BATTLE BEASTSteelbound
Steelbound delivers a predictably potent dose of power metal, though some familiar tropes threaten to blunt its considerable force.
Judas Priest’s Full Warsaw ‘Faithkeepers’ Concert Appears Online
Fan-filmed footage captures Judas Priest’s full 17-song Warsaw set, including returning classics and a formidable closing run.
5.0
TAILGUNNERMidnight Blitz
A committed but ultimately unremarkable effort from Tailgunner, delivering flashes of promise without ever fully catching fire.
6.0
BLOODBOUNDField Of Swords
A valiant, if somewhat predictable, quest through power metal tropes – Bloodbound’s 'Field of Swords' delivers heroic bombast but lacks true innovatio
7.0
DYNAZTYGame of Faces
A valiant effort, but 'Game of Faces' feels like a band treading water rather than forging ahead.