Brian Boyle

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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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Silverbird / Dublin Band Finally Get Off The Mark With Long-Overdue Debut Album

Metal Reviews
Album Review: Dublin band Silverbird finally launch debut album after 14 years, delivering mix of hard rock, prog, and Celtic flair in this long-overdue release

Status Quo’s Richie Malone And His Band Blow The Doors Off Fibber Magees

Gig Reviews
Gig Review: Status Quo's Richie Malone and his band blow the doors off Fibber Magees, delivering an explosive Dublin performance filled with classic Quo anthems and nonstop energy.

Francis Rossi Serves Up Dublin A Night Of Timeless Music, Dry Wit and Toilet Humour

Gig Reviews
Francis Rossi. A night of timeless Status Quo in Dublin, blending acoustic classics, sharp storytelling, dry wit and cheeky toilet humour at The Ambassador.

Joel Hoekstra’s 13 Keep The Melodic Rock Rampage Alive On From The Fade

Metal Reviews
Album Review: Joel Hoekstra's 13 keep the melodic rock rampage alive on From The Fade—song-first hard rock with Girish Pradhan, Appice, Franklin and Sherinian.

Blaze Bayley Rips It Up In Dublin Again

Gig Reviews
Blaze Bayley delivers a thunderous Heavy Metal performance in Dublin, playing Silicon Messiah in full with raw passion, power, and Iron Maiden classics.

Black Swan / Paralyzed, A Hook-Filled, High-Energy Album Worth The Wait

Metal Reviews
Paralyzed by Black Swan delivers soaring vocals, killer riffs, and '80s rock vibes. A must-hear album from the supergroup, out February 27, 2026.

Tailgunner / Midnight Blitz – A Classic Metal Revival With Arena-Ready Power

Metal Reviews
Album Review: Tailgunner - The power of Midnight Blitz. Blazing riffs, thunderous vocals and Classic Metal spirit make this album a Metal revival worth the hype

Dublin Salutes Hometown Boy Phil Lynott On A Night Of Celebration

Gig Reviews
A powerful night in Dublin as fans and stars gather to celebrate Phil Lynott. This Thin Lizzy tribute gig delivered emotion, energy, and hometown pride.

Brian Boyle / The Best Of Heavy Metal In 2025

News
Brian Boyle rounds up 2025’s best in Heavy Metal—from Iron Maiden’s epic gigs to powerful album drops and heartfelt tributes to Ozzy and Ace.

Graham Bonnet Revisits Rainbow Classics On Lost In Hollywood Again

Metal Reviews
Album Review: Graham Bonnet - Lost In Hollywood Again live album roars with Rainbow classics and solo standouts, proving the rock icon’s fire still burns at 77.
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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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