In nature, change brings growth, and growth is not always painless. The metamorphosis of certain creatures can leave the transforming organism vulnerable to attack, but afterwards the creature is often stronger and able to meet new challenges. Music is no different. Artists can either remain...
Finland has been the origin of many creatively talented Heavy Metal bands through the years. Ranging quite a few subgenres of Metal, including the likes of Melodic Death Metallers Insomnium and Folk Metal act Týr, within the confines of melodic Progressive Death Metal, there is...
Who ever said there is no good music being made anymore are probably not paying attention. In fact, there is plenty of great music being made, and the year of 2017 was no different. The year included long awaited returns from beloved artists, the introduction...
With their latest studio album 1755 recently spawned on the 3rd of November in 2017, the Portuguese Gothic Metal Masters known as Moonspell turn heads once again. Unleashed upon the world, the ever creative band this time focus on a hometown theme based on the historic tale of a...
One of the most intriguing characteristics of Heavy Metal, or any music for that matter, is that it's language is universally understood. While the lyrics may be sung in various dialects, some listeners may or may not understand, the point as well as impact can still...
If you do not take a chance, how will you know what may have been? The internal battle we all face, the unknown is terrifying. Coming to a crossroad in her life, talented Singer-Songwriter Anneke van Giersbergen made a brave decision to exit acclaimed Alternative...
Music can become a powerful and uncontrollable force. A particular artist can dig into the soul and break the mind free from personal demons. Dutch Symphonic Metallers Epica do just that. With a music career spanning thirteen years, they have created six flawless albums since...
As the blooms of Spring bring color back to the American landscape, a swath of moonlight and darkness has descended from across the ocean, giving fans of Atmospheric Metal a real treat. That treat came in the form of The Conquerors of the World III tour, featuring...
A quick scan of local Metal shows will usually reveal a host of Black Metal, Folk Metal, Metalcore, Post-Metal, and Doom bands flooding the New York metro area almost constantly. This is why the Conquerors of the World III tour, which descended upon Gramercy Theatre in Manhattan...
Twenty years since the release of an album is a milestone worthy of note, a time for reflection on whether the music at hand has withstood the test of time, as well as an opportunity to discuss a band’s subsequent musical direction, or perhaps its...
