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Firewind – Stand United (Album Review)

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It is interesting how matters can develop into something more than we ever expected. The story goes that a young Greek guitarist named Konstantinos Karamitroudis opted to leave a US music college to record a demo called Nocturnal Symphony. Released in 1998, it consisted of ... Read More
Victory - Circle of Life / AFM Records (2024)

Victory – Circle of Life (Album Review)

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When it comes to Heavy Metal’s most recognized guitarists, there is a good chance you think of names like Ozzy Osbourne’s Randy Rhoads, Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine, or Judas Priest’s K. K. Downing. Three of a long list of highly accomplished players, there are still so ... Read More
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Anvil – One and Only (Album Review)

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Through the years there have been Heavy Metal bands which have come and gone, but few have been as relentless as Anvil. With a history that dates back nearly five decades, labeling them relentless is done so with utter affection, because while Anvil are a ... Read More