Brian Boyle

WRITER
Brian has been MetaTalk's Irish representative since 2016. Growing up in Dublin, he has to thank his two older brothers for his love of classic rock, hard rock and Heavy Metal, as his house was littered with classic vinyl and cassettes.

Brian is a printed journalist and has also written for several online music publications. Away from music, he is a keen fly fisherman and Manchester United sufferer.

Brian has reviewed hundreds of albums for MetalTalk and covers our Irish gigs, which have included Iron Maiden, Whitesnake and Ghost. He distributes and coordinates album reviews for our wonderful team of writers.
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Stevie Nicks / An Enchanting Fairytale In Dublin 3Arena

Gig Reviews
Gig Review: Stevie Nicks enchants Dublin with her fairytale performance at 3Arena, captivating fans with timeless hits and unforgettable stories for the first time in 35 years.

Shotgun Mistress / Kings Of The Revolution – An Album To Shake The Earth

Metal Reviews
Album Review: The teeth-rattling rock of Shotgun Mistress with Kings Of The Revolution. From heavy grooves to powerful ballads, this album is a must-listen. Words: @brian_boyle_72 @shotgunmistress

Black Country Communion / V, A Rock ‘n’ Roll Triumph

Metal Reviews
Album Review: Black Country Communion. New album V drops on June 14. Join Glenn Hughes, Joe Bonamassa, Jason Bonham, and Derek Sherinian for a rock 'n' roll masterpiece. Words: @brian_boyle_72 @bccommunionofficial

Lowlives Unleash Powerful Debut Album Freaking Out

Metal Reviews
Album Review: Lowlives killer debut album Freaking Out is here! Born from lockdown creativity, listen to the anthems of a new generation. Words: @brian_boyle_72 @lowlives @spinefarmrecords

Slash / Orgy Of The Damned A Star-Studded Blues Masterpiece

Metal Reviews
Album Review: Slash - Orgy Of The Damned. A blues album with a twist, featuring collaborations with rock legends like Steven Tyler and Billy Gibbons. Out now! Words: @brian_boyle_72 @slash @gibsonguitar @gibsonguitaruk

Ian Hunter / The Genius Of Defiance From An Unfashionable Hero

Metal Reviews
Album Review. Ian Hunter - Defiance Part 2: Fiction. Yet another celebration of rock 'n' roll's most unfashionable hero. Inspiration is flowing like lava. Words: @brian_boyle_72 @ianhunterdotcom @sunrecordcompany

Oli Brown & The Dead Collective – Epilogue A Testament To Underrated Genius

Metal Reviews
Epilogue by Oli Brown & The Dead Collective redefines the EP, blending gospel, blues, and rock into a mesmerizing musical journey. A must-listen. Words: @brian_boyle_72 @olibrownofficial

DragonForce / The Breakneck Mayhem Of Warp Speed Warriors

Metal Reviews
Album review: DragonForce - Warp Speed Warriors (Napalm Records). DragonForce are unrivalled in the world of, dare I say it, Nintendo Metal. Words: @brian_boyle_72 @dragonforcehq @napalmrecordsofficial

Royal Tusk / The Arena Rock Aggression Of Altruistic

Metal Reviews
Album Review: Royal Tusk - Altruistic is a very digestible ten tracks filled with high points and superbly led by vocalist Daniel Carriere. Words: @brian_boyle_72 @royaltuskmusic @mnrk_heavy

Blaze Bayley – The Glory Of Iron Maiden 30th Anniversary In Dublin

Gig Reviews
Live Gig Review - Blaze Bayley - Iron Maiden 30th Anniversary - Whelans, Dublin - 8 February 2024. Glorious nights like this don't come around often enough Words: @brian_boyle_72 Photography: @carlforanphotography @blazebayley @absolva @ironmaiden @whelanslive
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Brian Boyle

WRITER
Brian has been MetaTalk's Irish representative since 2016. Growing up in Dublin, he has to thank his two older brothers for his love of classic rock, hard rock and Heavy Metal, as his house was littered with classic vinyl and cassettes.

Brian is a printed journalist and has also written for several online music publications. Away from music, he is a keen fly fisherman and Manchester United sufferer.

Brian has reviewed hundreds of albums for MetalTalk and covers our Irish gigs, which have included Iron Maiden, Whitesnake and Ghost. He distributes and coordinates album reviews for our wonderful team of writers.
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