METALTALK - HEAVY METAL NEWS

Ten years after The Tragically Hip's final concert, we look back at the band that became the soundtrack to a nation. From their explosive live shows in the early '90s to Gord Downie's powerful lyrics and their emotional farewell in Kingston, this is a personal reflection on why no band of that decade mattered more. For The Hip, it wasn't just about the music. You had to live here to understand.

Acid Reign frontman Howard H Smith looks back on the release of Daze Of The Week, the overwhelming response from fans and the band's triumphant return to the stage. From the raw energy of their latest album to unforgettable nights in Athens and Camden, H reflects on a remarkable year for the British Thrash Metal veterans.

Werewolves return with album number seven, You're Weak And You Know You're Weak, delivering 33 minutes of brutal, blackened Death Metal with zero interest in restraint.

Roger Taylor brought his Violence Insane In A Beautiful World tour to a packed London Roundhouse for a night of powerful solo material, Queen classics and unforgettable surprises. With special appearances from Brian May and Ndlovu Youth Choir, it was a triumphant celebration of music, passion and pure rock 'n' roll magic.

Stray prove why they remain one of British rock’s great survivors with a brilliant Sunday afternoon set at The Half Moon, Putney, packed with classic songs, humour, huge musicianship and pure rock ’n’ roll spirit.

Acid Reign frontman Howard H Smith looks back on the release of Daze Of The Week, the overwhelming response from fans and the band's triumphant return to the stage. From the raw energy of their latest album to unforgettable nights in Athens and Camden, H reflects on a remarkable year for the British Thrash Metal veterans.

BAEST vocalist Svend Karlsson takes on The MetalTalk Lowdown, revealing tales of ten-pint tour days, disastrous gigs, unlikely musical tastes and the lessons learned on the road.

There was no let-up at FireVolt Festival 2026 as Saturday brought another packed day of heavy riffs, theatrical performances, rising talent and full-throttle rock ’n’ roll.

Serena Cherry returns with Noctule's Extinguish Thy Flame, a richly layered and fiercely independent blend of Black Metal, Melodeath and atmospheric synths inspired by Elden Ring.

Russian Black Metal trio Theosophy venture into the icy depths of space on their atmospheric seventh album, Line Before The Event Horizon.