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Thrakian / The Way Proves This Underrated Band Deserves Recognition

Wales-based Bulgarian Post-Metal quartet Thrakian deliver a stunning debut with The Way, combining crushing riffs, haunting melodies and immersive soundscapes. Jools Green discovers an underrated band whose studio work matches the immense power of their live performances.

HateSphere – Guillotine: Old-School Thrash With A Cutting Edge

Werewolves / You’re Weak And You Know You’re Weak – Pure Death Metal Violence

Eternal – Conspiracy Of Warheads: Raw, Retro And Unashamedly Thrash

AVRAK / A Dark, Powerful Debut That Demands Repeat Plays

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Sunn O))) – A Towering Wall Of Sound And Smoke Engulfs Boston’s Paradise Rock Club

Sunn O))) brought their monumental wall of sound to a sold-out Paradise Rock Club in Boston. With crushing drones, suffocating fog and an imposing backline, the duo delivered a performance that was more endurance test than conventional concert. David Grubbs provided a contrasting opening set.
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Amon Amarth / Horns up for An Eventim Apollo Viking Spectacle

Amon Amarth transform London’s Eventim Apollo into Valhalla with towering theatrics, Viking battles and thunderous anthems, backed by superb sets from Orbit Culture and Soilwork.

Roger Taylor Rocks The Roundhouse With Brian May In A Night Of Pure Magic

Stray / Rock, Roast And Pure Magic At The Half Moon, Putney

Europe – 40 Years Of The Final Countdown And Still Doing Something Right

The HU Bring The Warrior Chant To Newcastle In A Night Of Hunnu Rock Power

METALTALK INTERVIEWS

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Levara Rise Again: Trev Lukather On Heartbreak, Steve Perry And The Band’s Return

After five years apart, Levara are back. Trev Lukather tells MetalTalk about the heartbreak of the band's split, the influence of Steve Perry, and how new single Underneath It All marks a fresh chapter for the trio.

Acid Reign – ‘We Walked Off Thinking They Love Us Here’

Heidi Shepherd: “Nightbloom Isn’t About The Suffering. It’s About The Survival”

Palaye Royale: Amsterdamage, The Light After Darkness

Gary Barden – Empowered Emotions And A Remarkable Life In Rock

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Baest – ‘Ten Pints Each. Pretty Lemmy’ | The MetalTalk Lowdown

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.

Vanessa Warwick – “The Road Is My Happy Place” | The MetalTalk Lowdown

Krusher Joule – “Always Read The Small Print” | The MetalTalk Lowdown

Howard H Smith – “Who Wrote These Fucking Questions?!” | The MetalTalk Lowdown

Danny Felice – ‘If There Is A God, Here Comes The Competition’ | The MetalTalk Lowdown

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Fortress Festival 2027 Expands To Three Days With Watain And Ten New Bands

Fortress Festival expands to three days in May 2027, adding a Watain-led Friday show and ten new acts including Stormkeep, Mare and Sulphur Aeon.

FireVolt Festival 2026 Saturday: No Let-Up As The Weekend Hits Full Force

BLAZE / New International Festival Launches In Copenhagen

The Trip Out Festival / Bikes, Rock ‘N’ Roll And A Touch Of Woodstock In Suffolk

Damnation Festival 2026 Promises Two Days Of Controlled Ruin

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Vanessa Warwick – “The Road Is My Happy Place” | The MetalTalk Lowdown

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Former MTV Headbangers Ball presenter Vanessa Warwick reflects on life in rock and metal, from flying with Iron Maiden and Metallica to filming Sabaton at Wacken, a birthday surprise from Ghost and a memorable encounter with Marilyn Manson.

Nickelback Announce 2027 Everything Under The Sun UK Tour With Don Broco

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Nickelback announce six UK and Ireland arena shows for May and June 2027, with Don Broco supporting and new album Everything Under The Sun due in October.

Judas Priest Bassist Ian Hill Announces Retirement As Davey Rimmer Steps In

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Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill announces his retirement after arthritis and a shoulder injury, with Davey Rimmer stepping in as his replacement.

Slash And Myles Kennedy Reveal Flying Blind Album, Single And 2027 World Tour

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Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy And The Conspirators announce Flying Blind, a new album out February 2027, plus a world tour with six UK and Ireland dates.

Twisted Sister Announce Totally Twisted Five-Album Vinyl And CD Box Sets

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Twisted Sister will release Totally Twisted - The Studio Albums 1982-1987 on 13 November 2026, collecting five albums on coloured vinyl or CD.

The Dead Daisies Recruit Kelly Hansen And Announce New Single And 2027 Tour

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The Dead Daisies welcome former Foreigner vocalist Kelly Hansen, reveal new single Lift Me Up and announce UK, European and US touring for 2027.

Over The Hill Bring Ferocious Metal To Tokyo’s Underground Live House Scene

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Tokyo's underground Metal scene is alive and kicking. Glenn Williams heads to Earthdom in Shin-Ōkubo to meet promoter Matt Ketchum, explore the city's thriving Live House culture and witness Over The Hill deliver a ferocious, in-your-face performance.

New Bassist, Same Priest: Why The Name On The Poster Only Tells Half The Story

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Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill has announced his retirement from the stage after arthritis brought his performing career to an end. The band's longest-serving member steps aside after 57 years, with Davey Rimmer taking over bass duties.

Heavy Metal Video Games, Pinball and Slots: How Metal Went Interactive

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Heavy Metal has always been as much about the visuals as the music. From Iron Maiden's Eddie to Motörhead's Snaggletooth and Megadeth's Vic Rattlehead, legendary mascots became part of Metal culture. But what happens when these iconic characters leave the album sleeve and enter the world of video games?

FireVolt Festival 2026 Saturday: No Let-Up As The Weekend Hits Full Force

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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.

Jayler Announce Debut UK Headline Tour For February 2027

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Jayler have announced their first UK headline tour, a ten-date February 2027 run supporting debut album Voices Unheard, with European headline shows set to follow.

Skindred Release Big Em Up Video Ahead Of UK & Ireland Tour

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Skindred release the Big Em Up video ahead of their UK and Ireland tour, with the single carrying a message of support and positivity around World Mental Health Day.

Bokassa Announce Anomalies, Release ‘Cop Out’ And Reveal 2027 UK/EU Tour

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Bokassa announce fifth album Anomalies for March 2027, release explosive new single Cop Out and reveal headline dates across Norway, the UK and Europe.

The Musical Legacy Of Ozzy Osbourne

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Ozzy Osbourne is one of the most influential figures in music history, redefining the Heavy Metal industry while also influencing numerous other genres

BEX Returns With Fairies Ahead Of Away With The Fairies EP

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BEX returns with fairies, a 90s grunge-soaked single drawn from lived experience and the first track from her 2027 EP Away with the Fairies.

Werewolves / You’re Weak And You Know You’re Weak – Pure Death Metal Violence

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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.

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